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Da Grin
First Name: Oladapo
Other Names: Olaitan
Last Name: Olaonipekun
Stage Name: Da Grin
Country: Nigeria
Born: 1984
D.O.D: 4/22/2010
Primary Language: Yoruba
Other Languages: English - Pidgin, English

Participations

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Vocalist
7
Co-Performer
Bio
Da Grin, born Oladapo Olaitan Olaonipekun, was a Nigerian rapper who gained national recognition with his unique blend of Yoruba, pidgin English, and English in his lyrics. His critically acclaimed album, "C.E.O", released in 2009, featured hit singles like "Pon Pon Pon" and "Ghetto Dream" and heavily-influenced Nigerian pop culture. Tragically, he died in a car accident in 2010, just as he was rising to the peak of his music career. Despite his short time in the industry, he left an indelible mark.
Discography
Albums1
C.E.O. (Chief Executive Omoita)
C.E.O. (Chief Executive Omoita)2009 • albumTracks: 13
Compilations1
Legends Never Die, Pt. 1
Legends Never Die, Pt. 12022 • CompilationTracks: 8
Singles1
Kondo (House Refix)
Kondo (House Refix)2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Label1
Record Label associated with Da Grin - past and current.
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