Afrobeats singer Adedamola Adefolahan, widely known as Fireboy DML, has shared a surprising revelation about his near career switch before being signed by Olamide’s YBNL Nation in 2018
The ‘Peru’ hitmaker, in a recent episode of the 90s Baby Show in London, disclosed that he was on the verge of becoming a petty trader, specifically selling rechargeable lamps under Ajah Bridge in Lagos.
Before that, Fireboy had been selling pepper soup, but he felt the need for a more dignified business opportunity.
“I was considering selling rechargeable lamps. I met one guy under Ajah Bridge, and he told me about the business. I told him I was interested. At that time, it felt more dignified. At least, people will sell you a lamp, but selling pepper soup was crazy,” Fireboy revealed.
He went on to explain how his parents were unaware of the menial jobs he was taking on, which he now looks back on with gratitude. “It was crazy, but now, we thank God.”
Fireboy also shared an interesting tidbit about his signing: he was recruited through WhatsApp, leading to his first big break in the industry.
His collaboration with YBNL Nation led to his breakout single “Jealous,” featured on the album YBNL Mafia Family in 2018, followed by the release of his debut album Laughter, Tears and Goosebumps in 2019, which solidified his place as a rising star in the Afrobeats scene.
