Kidd Carder, whose real name is Oluwatosin Samuel, is a Nigerian Afrobeats artist from Lagos, known for combining melodic vocals, emotional songwriting, and contemporary Afro-pop sounds.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Oluwatosin Samuel |
| Stage name | Kidd Carder |
| Date of birth | June 21, 2002 |
| Place of birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of origin | Lagos State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Singer, rapper, songwriter, and recording artist |
| Genres | Afrobeats, Afropop, and Afro-fusion |
| Record label | Throne Records |
| Distributor | ONErpm |
| Estimated net worth | $3,000–$10,000 |
Early Life and Education
Kidd Carder grew up in Lagos, where he developed an interest in music from a young age. He first explored rap and spent time recording covers of songs by other artists.
His involvement in church music also contributed to his growth as a performer. Singing in church helped him build confidence and improve his vocal ability, eventually encouraging him to move beyond rap and focus more seriously on singing.
Career
Kidd Carder began his career as a rapper and cover artist before finding his direction as a singer. His early musical experiences introduced him to different styles and helped him develop a sound influenced by Afrobeats, Afropop, and Afro-fusion.
Among his early releases were “On God,” “Let Them See,” “Mindset,” and “Sweet Me.” These songs helped him gain experience and establish his presence as a developing artist.
He later released songs such as “Call My Name,” “Propaganda,” “Playboy,” “6040,” “Grace and Money,” “Man of the Year,” and “Party Jam.” Through these releases, he continued to expand his catalogue and connect with listeners.
His songs “Calculate” and “Calculate II,” released in 2025, became important milestones in his early career. In 2026, he collaborated with Mavo on “Big Bum Bum,” a lively Afrobeats track that further increased his visibility.
Kidd Carder released his five-track EP, Before I Blow, in 2026. The project contains “Intro,” “Gobe,” “Elevate,” “Big Bum Bum” featuring Mavo, and “Eye Witness.”
Personal Life
Kidd Carder maintains a relatively private personal life. He has not publicly confirmed details about a romantic partner, spouse, or children.
Most of the information he has shared publicly concerns his musical journey. His transition from rap covers and church performances to professional recording reflects the gradual development of his career.
Net Worth
Kidd Carder’s estimated net worth is between $3,000 and $10,000. His possible sources of income include music streaming, live performances, songwriting, collaborations, digital music sales, and brand partnerships.
Discography
Selected Singles
| Year | Song |
|---|---|
| 2021 | “On God” |
| 2021 | “Let Them See” |
| 2022 | “Mindset” |
| 2022 | “Sweet Me” |
| 2022 | “Let Them See (Remix)” featuring Frescool |
| 2023 | “Call My Name” |
| 2023 | “Propaganda” |
| 2024 | “Playboy” |
| 2024 | “6040” |
| 2024 | “Grace and Money” |
| 2024 | “Man of the Year” |
| 2024 | “Man of the Year (Remix)” |
| 2024 | “Party Jam” |
| 2025 | “Calculate” |
| 2025 | “Calculate II” |
| 2026 | “Go Crazy” |
| 2026 | “Big Bum Bum” featuring Mavo |
EP
Before I Blow — 2026
The EP includes:
- “Intro”
- “Gobe”
- “Elevate”
- “Big Bum Bum” featuring Mavo
- “Eye Witness”
