Phantom, whose real name is Ayobami Olaleye, is a renowned Nigerian music producer, songwriter, and singer. He rose to international fame with his production of Burna Boy’s hit song “Ye,” which earned him numerous accolades, including a gold certification in France and the African Producer of the Year award at the 2019 Soundcity MVP Awards.
Profile Summary
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ayobami Olaleye |
| Date of Birth | N/A |
| Place of Birth | Abule Egba, Lagos |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Lagos State |
| Occupations | Music Producer, Songwriter, Singer |
| Labels | BMG UK (publishing deal) |
| Net Worth | $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Born in Abule Egba, Lagos, Nigeria, Phantom comes from a polygamous family. His father, Oba-Afolabi Olaleye, was a businessman, while his mother, Titi Olaleye, served as a school headmistress.
Phantom attended St John’s Primary School and Vetland Grammar School before graduating with a B.Sc in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Lagos. His early musical influences included African legends like Fela Kuti and Manu Dibango.
Career
Phantom’s journey into music production began in 2007 when he was introduced to Fruity Loops software. He started his professional career in 2010 and gained widespread recognition with Burna Boy’s “Ye” in 2018.
He has worked on notable projects such as Mayorkun’s The Mayor of Lagos album and Fireboy DML’s Playboy. In 2022, Phantom signed a global publishing deal with BMG UK.
His production credits include hits like Camidoh’s “Sugarcane,” Fireboy DML & Chris Brown’s “Diana,” and Tekno’s “Skeletun.”
Personal Life
Phantom maintains a private personal life, focusing more on his career and passion for music. He has spoken about the challenges he faced while building his career.
Phantom Net Worth
Phantom is a Nigerian music producer, songwriter, and singer with an estimated net worth of $1 million, his success in producing top-charting songs and signing major deals contributes significantly to his financial standing
Production Discography
Notable Singles Produced:
- “Ye” by Burna Boy (2018)
- “Sugarcane” by Camidoh (2021)
- “Diana” by Fireboy DML & Chris Brown (2022)
- “Skeletun” by Tekno (2019)
Notable Albums Produced:
- Outside by Burna Boy (2018)
- The Mayor of Lagos by Mayorkun (2018)
- Playboy by Fireboy DML (2022)
Awards and Nominations
- 2019 Soundcity MVP Awards Festival: Won African Producer of the Year
- The Headies: Nominated for Producer of the Year for “Ye”
- 2022 Ghana Nigeria Music Awards Festival USA: Pending nomination for Ghana Nigeria Collaborations of the Year for “Sugarcane”
