Oladapo Olaitan Olaonipekun, often known as Dagrin, was a well-known native rapper and composer who was born on October 25, 1984. While this was going on, numerous Yoruba rap tracks he recorded captured everyone’s attention as he carved out a niche for himself despite the existence of pioneer mother-tongue rappers like Lord of Ajasa.

Many Nigerian music icons, including Sossick, DJ Neptune, MI Abaga, 9ice, Reminisce, Konga, Omawunmi, TGBT, Frenzy, Oritse Femi, Ruggedman, D.J. Spaclare, Kode, Sheyman, Dr. Frabz, and Kenny St. Brown, have worked with Darin.

The “Kondo” singer passed away on April 22, 2010, from injuries sustained in a fatal vehicle accident.

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Early Life

In the southwest of Nigeria’s Ogun State, Dagrin was born on October 25, 1984. He passed away at the age of 25 on April 22, 2010, in Mushin, Lagos State, Nigeria. He started his musical career in 1994, and he pursued it till his death at age 25 in 2010.

He was conceived by Falilat Olaonipekun and Comrade Olaniyi Abolaji Olanipekun. Olatunbosun ‘TROD’ Olaonipekun, who is also a rapper, and Bukky Olaonipekun, his sister, are his siblings.

Dagrin, who is from Ogun State in southwest Nigeria, attended primary and high schools there and earned his West African Senior School Certificate as well as his First School Leaving Certificate.

After completing his early education, Dagrin relocated to Lagos to seek a career as a rapper. While residing in Lagos, he was a resident of Meiran, Alagbado, Lagos State.

Career

The first studio album by Dagrin was titled Still On The Matter. However, a lack of promotion prevented it from charting. Chief Executive Omoita (C.E.O.), his second studio album, was made available in 2009. He received nominations for Best Album C.E.O., Hottest Single “Pon Pon Pon,” Best Rap Act, and Best Vocal Collaboration at the 2010 Nigerian Entertainment Awards. In 2010, his album C.E.O. (Chief Executive Omota English: Chief Executive Thug) received a nomination for best rap album from the Hip Hop World Awards.

As a result, the singles “Pon Pon Pon” and “Kondo” were published. Dagrin has worked with a number of Nigerian musicians, including Y.Q, 9ice, MI Abaga, Iceberg Slim, Omobaba, Terry G, Ms. Chief, Owen G, K01, Code, Mister Dollar, TMD Entertainment, Omawumi, Chudy K, Bigiano, and Konga. His musical partners were Sossick, Dr. Frabz, Sheyman, Frenzy, 02, and Heavy L Beatz.

After his passing, Dagrin’s third studio album, If I Die, was made available. He sung If I Die on the album If I Die, and it appeared as though he knew he would pass away soon after the album’s release.

Cause Of Death

Dagrin was killed in a car accident on April 14, 2010, in Lagos, Nigeria, and died eight days later, on April 22, 2010, at the age of 25.

Discography

Some of Dagrin‘s songs include:

  • If I Die
  • Omoge
  • Efimile (featuring YQ)
  • Kondo
  • Jump Up
  • Pon Pon Pon (Instrumental)
  • Pon Pon Pon
  • 9ice vs Dagrin
  • Kondo (Magic Stick)
  • Every day
  • Gboro
  • Sisi Eko
  • Thank God (featuring Omawumi)
  • Ghetto Dreams
  • Make Doe
  • What They Want
  • Gbabe
  • Swag (File)
  • My Pain (Part 1) ft. Sheyman. Reminisce, Durella
  • NLA
  • Iwofa
  • Rap Rules Anthem
  • Mo ti Gboro (featuring Isolate)
  • Swag
  • Idi Nla
  • Molenu Mix
  • Dagrin on Jump Off
  • Everyday (featuring Ejay)
  • Gidilounge Music Player
  • My Pain (Part 2) (featuring Dude Tetsola, Waje, Bigiano)
  • Nii 94
  • Hustling skit
  • Kekere
  • Hola Hola (featuring Tfrizzle)
  • E E soro
  • Democracy
  • 48. Sturvs / Naija Music
  • Lala
  • Be My Friend

Personal Life

Dagrin had a sweetheart while he lived on Earth, but her name was never made public. He had no children and was not married. Dagrin was also without a son.

Net Worth

Because of his short life span, Dagrin’s net Worth was not disclosed even while he was still alive.

According to sources, Dagrin accumulated an estimated net worth of US$250,000 prior to his demise.