Nigerian singer and songwriter Adedamola Adefolahan, known as Fireboy DML, has opened up about his experience working with the famous Nigerian Afrobeat artiste, Lagbaja.
Fireboy, who is signed to YBNL/Empire, released his fourth studio album titled ‘Adedamola’ on August 29th, 2024. This album follows his previous works: ‘Laughter, Tears & Goosebumps,’ ‘APOLLO,’ and ‘Playboy.’
In an interview with Apple Music Africa Now, Fireboy shared some background stories about making the new album.
The 14-track album features several notable artistes, including the legendary Afrobeat and Traditional Folk musician Lagbaja, Grammy-winning American singer Jon Batiste, Afrobeat veteran Seun Kuti, Afrobeats star Lojay, and award-winning Nigerian DJ Spinall.
During the interview, Fireboy spoke about his collaboration with Lagbaja, who has been away from the music scene for some time.
Fireboy explained that he wanted the album to have a nostalgic feel, which is why he included iconic artistes like Lagbaja and Seun Kuti.
When talking about the track ‘Back n Forth’ with Lagbaja, Fireboy shared his thoughts on working with the legend and whether or not Lagbaja revealed his famous masked face.
“I had a few interesting thoughts; I wanted to ask him if I could see his face, but you know, all that matters is that we made the music. That’s what makes Lagbaja, Lagbaja. In the Yoruba language, ‘Lagbaja’ means ‘Mr Nobody,’ an anonymous person; so it’s only right that I do not get to see his face,” Fireboy said.
