Oladapo Olaitan Olaonipekun, better known by his stage name Dagrin, was a Nigerian rapper who rose to recognition in the late 2000s for his distinctive fusion of hip-hop music and Yoruba language. He was born in Ogun State, Nigeria, on October 25, 1984. Dagrin's career began in 2006 when he released “Sisi Eko,†his debut single, which was an immediate success. In 2009, he went on to release “Still on the Matter,†his debut album, which featured the popular song “Pon Pon Pon.â€
Dagrin, however, was killed in a deadly automobile collision on April 14, 2010, in Lagos, Nigeria. He was taken to the hospital right away, but on April 22, 2010, at the age of 22, he passed away from his wounds. Fans from all around the world expressed their sorrow at his loss, which dealt a severe blow to the Nigerian music business.
Dagrin was renowned for his distinctive musical style and his flawless fusion of hip-hop music with the Yoruba language. He helped many other musicians follow in his footsteps as a pioneer in the Nigerian rap scene. He was renowned for writing socially conscious songs that touched on problems in Nigerian society.
Dagrin's passing was a devastating loss, yet his legacy endures. A new generation of musicians was motivated by him to embrace their culture and make music that was genuine to their origins. There is no disputing his influence on the Nigerian music scene. Both his followers and other artists will cherish his memory for all time.