Rising Star Omizzy Opens Up About His Journey from Surulere to Studio Sessions with Zlatan

Nigerian artist Omizzy is carving out his own lane in the Afrobeats scene, and he’s not afraid to get personal about the climb. Since dropping his debut single “One Life” back in 2020, the Lagos-born musician has been steadily building momentum with releases like “Hard Work” and the football-inspired “Osimhen” hitting the scene between 2023 and 2024. Now, he’s pulling back the curtain on his creative process, his family’s skepticism, and what it’s really like to work with one of street-hop’s biggest names.

In a candid conversation, Omizzy traced his musical roots back to the vibrant streets of Surulere, Lagos, where a childhood stage performance ignited something he couldn’t shake. Fast forward to today, and that spark has evolved into full-blown collaborations with heavyweights like Zlatan Ibile. Their joint track “Danfo Driver” represents what Omizzy describes as one of his best studio experiences ever—a natural creative chemistry fueled by the song’s relatable street themes. The synergy between the two artists was undeniable, making the recording process feel effortless and authentic.

His track dedicated to Nigerian football hero Victor Osimhen isn’t just superficial fan service either. Omizzy made it clear that the connection runs deeper than simply riding the wave of Osimhen’s Super Eagles stardom. Like many young Nigerian artists, Omizzy faced the classic parental pushback when he announced his musical ambitions. Rather than wage war at home, he took the strategic route—staying enrolled in school while quietly developing his craft behind the scenes. That calculated patience seems to be paying dividends now. Looking ahead, Omizzy has his sights set on helping push Afrobeats further onto the global stage, while staying open to how emerging technology like artificial intelligence might shape the sound of tomorrow.

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