Rilex Baby: Biography

Ridwan Oluwadamilare Kolapo, popularly known as Rilex Baby, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and composer whose passion for music began during his secondary school days.

Rilex Baby discovered his interest in music while he was in SS1. After watching one of his favourite artists rise to fame, he became inspired and told himself that he could also use music to express himself and connect with people.

Before becoming a singer, Rilex Baby considered himself a storyteller. For him, music became another way to tell stories, share his thoughts, and express things that are difficult to say in ordinary conversations. Seeing the love and support people gave his favourite artist after his breakthrough further encouraged him to pursue music and believe that he could also build a connection with listeners through his songs.

Born and raised in Ajegunle, Lagos, Rilex Baby is originally from Ede, Osun State. He is 24 years old and has built experience in different areas, including real estate and farming, alongside his growing music career.

He is a graduate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), where he studied Plant Breeding and Seed Technology. The university has also produced several notable names in Nigeria's entertainment industry, including music stars and producers.

Although Rilex Baby is still at the early stage of his professional music journey, he believes his music will become a meaningful way of telling his story and contributing something positive to his community and society. He hopes that, with time, his songs will speak for him and connect with people beyond his immediate environment.

While he has not received any major awards yet, Rilex Baby remains focused on developing his sound and building his career. He is currently preparing to release a new track featuring Sheglass, which is expected to be part of his upcoming EP.

With his background as a storyteller, his experiences growing up in Ajegunle and his determination to establish himself in music, Rilex Baby is gradually taking steps toward creating a sound and identity that listeners can connect with.