

Coming into the game full-time in 2022, with a strong personality that nearly automatically makes him everyone's favorite, and a sound that grabs attention stronger than Samson grabbed the lion's jaws, OLUWAMILLAR was a clear star from the onset. We cannot speak of his genius without mentioning his impeccable deliveries on features and the versatility with which he spins records. On one track, he's delivering soulful melodies; on others, he's "out-rapping" hardcore rappers with his babalawo Yoruba and Queen's English, crafting real-life stories into brilliant football punchlines.
Agbalagbi, the EP we had been waiting for for years, is finally here, and we can all say it is objectively worth the wait! The EP kicks off with "Olorunsogo," a tale of how he survived a nasty bike accident that could have taken his life and that of the rider, but he came out of it with just a few bruises. He's giving the glory to the supreme being of the universe and praying that he keeps keeping him and guiding his steps. This track draws the curtain beautifully, with deep Yoruba prayers laid over a praise and worship session.
As an enthusiastic lover of stories, "Muri," the second track, is my personal favorite. Anyone who's familiar with Davolee's "Festival Bar" can immediately tell that the spirit behind the pen is at the very least, a kindred spirit. Jamz's soft voice on the chorus makes this song even lovelier to listen to.
"Opelope Anointing," which starts off with a direct sample of Evangelist Dunni Olarenwaju's "Opelope Anointing," sees Millar getting out of pocket with four straight bars in Spanish. Without looking at the lyrics, one could almost swear he's just reaching deeper into his babalawo pouch. But that's not the only great thing about this record. The impeccable delivery, rhyme schemes, and storyline are to live for.
Everybody who knows Millar can tell he's a humble guy, but "Rapper way dem no fit define (RWDNFD)" puts his braggadocious side on full display as he speaks on how much he's HIM.
The most anticipated track on the project, "Reverse Back," which features Mojo AF and Bayoo, is one hell of a track that did not fall short of the anticipatory hype. These three men go on and on about show-stopping backsides with the most intelligent use of words. Bayoo's verse is incredibly beautiful, but I think I speak on behalf of everyone when I say we still need a Millar X Mojo exclusive track.
"Alubarika," the second lead single, is that "let me flex on y'all a little" track, and even though he claims not to be interested in any best rapper debates, he unsurprisingly will be mentioned in many of them. Once again, OLUWAMILLAR pays reverence to the divine for keeping and blessing him.
The titular track, "Agbalagbi," which doubles as the first lead single, is so hard that diamond would pale beside its luster. The intricate rhyme schemes, layered punchlines, and breathtaking (literally) delivery on this track solidified OLUWAMILLAR's spot as one of the hardest rappers in the Nigerian rap scene.
This EP is a testament to OLUWAMILLAR and his team's hard work and tremendous effort. Kami and Dinho's excellent sound engineering and Millar's vocal dexterity complemented each other perfectly, much like cold salad and Bama.
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