Dotman
Nigerian singer (born c.1993)
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Olatunji Oladotun Alade ⓘ(born in c.1993 in Ogun State, Nigeria), popularly known as Dotman,[1] is a Nigerian singer, rapper, performer and the CEO of 808 Recordz.[2] He is most famous for his hit singles "Akube", "My Woman", "Afro Girl" and "Omoge".
1993 (age 32–33)
Dotman | |
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| Also known as | DOTMAN |
| Born | Olatunji Oladotun Alade 1993 (age 32–33) Ogun State, Nigeria |
| Origin | Agosasa, Ipokia Local Government, Ogun State, Nigeria |
| Genres | [#Afro Pop|Rap]] |
| Occupations | Singer, rapper, performer. |
| Years active | 2014 – present |
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| Website | www.dotmanofficial.com |
Career
Olatunji Oladotun Alade was born in Agosasa, Ipokia, Ogun State, Nigeria and is a member of the Yoruba ethnic group in South-Western Nigeria. He attended Abeokuta Grammar School and studied at the University of Lagos (degree in Physics Education).[3][4] Inspired by artistes like King Sunny Ade, Fela Kuti, Akon, 9ice and Da Grin, he credits the start of his music career to him winning a rap competition at the University of Lagos.[5]
In 2016, he was featured on TooXclusive's "Artistes To Watch in 2017 and Vibe.ng's "7 Breakthrough Acts To Watch Out For in 2017"[6][7] In January 2017, Dotman performed at Big Brother Naija's Live Eviction Show in South Africa.[8][9]
In 2020, Dotman was signed to the music label Labo Entertainment which is a subsidiary of Labo Group owned by Nigerian entrepreneur Olabisi Akanbi.[10][11][12]
In May 2021, After spending a year with the label, Dotman returned to the role of a CEO pushing his craft forward with his record label.
Discography
Releases
- 2015 "Yes Melo"
- 2015 "Blessing"
- 2015 "Fine Girl"
- 2015 "Kilowade"
- 2015 "Orimi"
- 2015 "Yes Melo (Remix) Ft. Olamide"
- 2016 "Akube"
- 2016 "Respek" (Collaboration: DJ Kaywise featuring Dotman)
- 2017 "Escobar Ft. Davido"
- 2017 "My Woman"
- 2017 "Do Proper" (Collaboration: Ike Chuks featuring Dotman)
- 2017 ″Afro Girl″ (Collaboration: Dotman featuring Mr Eazi)
- 2017 "I Want You" (Collaboration: DJ Moh Green featuring Dotman)
- 2017 "Popping Bottles"
- 2018 "Iyawo"
- 2018 "Rara"
- 2018 "Pepesu" (Collaboration: Dotman featuring DJ Tunez)
- 2018 "Owo" (Collaboration: Dotman and Wolfgang featuring DJ Memphis)
- 2018 "Omoge" (Collaboration: Spinall featuring Dotman)
- 2018 "Flyaway" (Collaboration: MKO featuring Dotman)
- 2018 "Nomali"
- 2019 "Best Behaviour"
- 2019 "Frenemies"
- 2019 "Naija (Say No To Xenophobia)"
- 2019 "Awe"
- 2019 "Till I Die"
- 2020 "Pariwo" (Collaboration: DJ Xclusive featuring Dotman)
- 2020 "These Days"[13]
- 2020 "Enugbe"
- 2020 "Feelings"
- 2020 "Duro"
- 2020 "Giveaway"
- 2021 ''Hakuna Matata Album"
- 2021 “Drunk In Love” (Collaboration: Dotman x DJ Neptune)
- 2022 “Vibes and Chill” (Collaboration: with EL)
- 2022 "Daddy Duties"
- 2022 "Say No More" (Collaboration: with Peruzzi)