Omah Lay is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was born on May 19, 1997, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. His real name is Stanley Omah Didia.
Omah Lay grew up in Port Harcourt and started making music at a young age. He was influenced by his grandfather who was a percussionist for the legendary Nigerian highlife musician, Celestine Ukwu. Omah Lay’s music is a blend of Afrobeat, R&B, and hip-hop.
In 2019, Omah Lay released his debut single, “Do Not Disturb,” which gained some traction in Nigeria. However, it was his second single, “Bad Influence,” released in 2020, that brought him to the limelight. The song went viral on social media and was widely shared on streaming platforms, making him one of the most talked-about artists in Nigeria at the time.
Omah Lay followed up with the release of his debut EP, “Get Layd,” in May 2020. The EP was a massive success, topping music charts in Nigeria and other African countries. It featured hit songs like “Damn” and “You.”
In November 2020, Omah Lay released another EP, “What Have We Done,” which included the hit single “Godly.” The song became an instant hit and received critical acclaim from music critics. It was also featured on Barack Obama’s list of favorite songs for the year 2020.
Omah Lay has been nominated for several music awards, including the Headies Awards and the Soundcity MVP Awards. He has also won the Next Rated Award at the 2020 edition of The Headies, which is one of the most prestigious music awards in Nigeria.
Omah Lay has quickly become one of the most sought-after artists in Nigeria, and his music continues to gain popularity both locally and internationally.
