On August 28th, music executive and creative force, Damilola Dapper Akinwunmi, released a song that has already begun to define the season. Titled “Blessings (Kura)”, the track brings together Yaadman fka Yung L and Bhadboi OML, Nigeria’s fast-rising voices, in a collaboration that captures gratitude, perseverance, and the understated joys of perseverance.
With 2-time Grammy nominee Chopstix, who appears as co-producer on the track. Within its first twelve hours, the single registered over 200,000 streams cumulative streams across Audiomack , Spotify, Apple etc. A milestone that reflects the story it carries, as the song makes a debut on Audiomack’s top 100 Nigerian songs.
For Dapper, whose work extends beyond executive decisions into artistic collaboration, producing and songwriting, Blessings (Kura) carries a deeply personal weight. The single was released on August 28, aligning with Dapper’s birthday, a timing that made the release a celebration of both sound and self. “The song is about acknowledging the little wins that keep us moving,” he noted in recent conversations about the track. That sentiment sets the tone for the project: reflective yet hopeful, intimate yet resonant with collective experience.
Yaadman may be making a striking comeback with his appearance on Blessings (Kura), bringing his signature blend of street wisdom and melodic delivery. Known for projects that chronicle the everyday struggles of young Nigerians, from “Eve Bounce” to “Yadman Kingsize” his verse mirrors the resilience that has become a signature of his artistry. Similarly, Bhadboi OML, whose breakout songs like “Shkran Lak”, “7 AM in Lekki”, & “Memories” earned him a loyal following among Gen Z listeners, layers vulnerability into the record, an acknowledgement that even in ambition and hustle, gratitude remains essential. Together, the trio craft a soundscape that feels lived-in and honest with a sound drawn from lived experiences; it carries an authenticity that connects directly to its listeners.
The release has not gone unnoticed in the wider music community. Audiomack highlighted Blessings (Kura) on its official social media platforms, further amplifying its reach and affirming the track’s fast-growing impact. The recognition underscores Dapper Music & Entertainment’s ability to curate sounds that travel beyond borders, speaking to both local realities and global audiences. Listeners have responded not just to the rhythm, but to the relatability of its message: that blessings, however small, are worth naming.
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