For Lil Kesh, one song changed everything. Before the fame, the hit singles, and the viral dance moves, there was “Lyrically”.
It was a raw, energetic debut that lit up Nigerian university campuses and caught the attention of one of the industry’s biggest kingmakers: Olamide.
In a candid reflection on his rise to stardom, Lil Kesh revealed that it was this self-released track that piqued the YBNL boss’s interest and marked the beginning of a career-altering journey. The song’s rapid popularity among students created a buzz that was impossible to ignore — and Olamide wasn’t just listening, he was watching.
Introduced by fellow artist Viktoh, Lil Kesh found himself in the same room as the man behind some of Nigeria’s biggest music exports. Olamide, impressed by the authenticity and sharp lyricism of “Lyrically,” wasted no time in bringing Kesh into the YBNL family. What followed was a meteoric rise: smash hits like “Shoki”, “Efejoku”, and “Is It Because I Love You” cemented Lil Kesh as a key figure in the new wave of Nigerian street-pop.
Looking back, Lil Kesh remains grateful for the opportunity and mentorship YBNL provided. He credits “Lyrically” not just as his breakout track, but as the song that unlocked the door to his dreams.
“Everything started with that one song. It wasn’t just music—it was my voice, my hustle, and my prayer,” he said.
Lil Kesh’s story stands as a reminder that sometimes, all it takes is one well-aimed verse to rewrite your destiny.
