Street-hop pioneer Olamide pours out a raw new solo record titled “Burukutu,” and the title tells you where his head is. The name belongs to a local sorghum drink, so the record lands as bar talk set to music.
Baddo has never been shy about street talk, from “Eni Duro” to his self-titled “Olamidé” album last year. “Burukutu” keeps that same energy, because the lyrics seem to toast the hustle and the small joys of street life. Humour sits next to a serious message about staying grounded, so the wink at the drink never buries the point.
A punchy drum pattern leads the beat, while a dusty bassline rolls underneath. Sharp percussion hits cut across the top, so the vibe feels like a Lagos hangout at midnight. Olamide keeps things simple and trusts his instincts. The record feels loose, yet the bars stay sharp.
The YBNL boss still knows how to turn small street details into big hooks. What do you make of the writing on “Burukutu”? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
