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Zlatan Ibile: Biography of a Street-Hop Icon
Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, popularly known as Zlatan Ibile or simply Zlatan, was born on 19 December 1994 in Lagos, Nigeria.
He’s the founder and CEO of Zanku Records, and has become a leading figure in the Afrobeats and street-hop scene .
🏠 Early Life and Background
Raised in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Zlatan hails originally from Ijurin, Ekiti State. He earned a National Diploma in Business Administration from Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (formerly Ogun State Polytechnic) .
His musical journey began early—after secondary school in 2011, he honed his craft freestyling in Yoruba and Pidgin, spending time in studios in Ilorin and Ogun State .
🚀 Breakthrough and Rise to Fame
At 19, Zlatan won the Airtel One Mic Campus Tour in 2014, a pivotal moment that propelled his music career . In 2017, his track “My Body” featuring Olamide gained major attention .
Then in 2018, “Able God” (with Chinko Ekun & Lil Kesh) earned street-hop anthem status. Later that year, “Zanku (Legwork)” dropped, inspiring a viral dance craze and solidifying his street-hop legacy .
🎵 Notable Projects and Collaborations
On 3 November 2019, Zlatan released his debut album Zanku (“Zlatan Abeg No Kill Us”), showcasing his unique style .
That same year, he featured on “Killin Dem” with Burna Boy, earning accolades at The Headies and AFRIMMA . Other hits include “Osanle” (feat. Davido), “Glory,” “Lagos Anthem,” “Cash App,” and “10 Bottles” with Asake—each reinforcing his dominance in contemporary Nigerian music .
🏆 Awards, Record Label & Influence
Zlatan founded Zanku Records in 2020, signing talents like Jamopyper, Oberz, and Papisnoop . His discography boasts awards and nominations, including Best Street-Hop Artiste and Best Collaboration wins at The Headies and AFRIMMA .
With a net worth estimated around US $3 million in 2024, Zlatan also endorses major brands and maintains a powerful street-pop presence ().
📌 Summary
From winning campus competitions to igniting global streets with “Zanku,” Zlatan Ibile has carved a unique space in Afrobeats and street-hop.
He remains an energetic performer, dance trendsetter, and label executive—continually evolving and influencing Nigeria’s musical landscape.
