Ejiez Baby

Ejiez Baby is a Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter signed to DGR Music Group. Known for blending emotional street narratives with melodic Afro-rap influences, he gained recognition through songs centered around survival, loyalty, hustle, and life growing up in Lagos. His music often reflects the realities of young people from the trenches while combining modern hip hop and Afro-influenced sounds.

Early life

Ejiez Baby was born as Muritala Kehinde Ayomide and Muritala Taiwo Oluwatosin on 22 May 2004 in Ikorodu. He was raised in Lagos State, where he developed an interest in music during his teenage years. Growing up in a competitive street environment influenced his lyrical style and artistic direction, leading him to create songs inspired by personal struggles, ambition, friendship, pain, and perseverance.

Career

Ejiez Baby began recording music independently before later affiliating with DGR Music Group. His sound combines street-hop, melodic rap, and Afrobeat-inspired rhythms. He became known within underground music circles for his emotional delivery and relatable storytelling.

One of his early singles, “Ganja,” helped introduce his sound to a wider audience and showcased his melodic approach to rap music.

He also collaborated with Nigerian rapper Lil Trenchy on the duo track “Heartless from Trenches.” The song focused on betrayal, pain, survival, and life experiences from the streets, themes commonly associated with both artists.

Musical style and influences

Ejiez Baby’s music is influenced by Nigerian street culture, modern hip hop, Afro-drill, and emotional trap music. His lyrics frequently discuss real-life experiences, loyalty, hardship, dreams of success, and the emotional effects of growing up in difficult environments.

His artistic style is noted for combining melodic vocals with reflective rap verses, creating songs that connect with younger listeners navigating similar struggles.

Discography

Singles Ganja

Collaborative songs

Heartless from Trenches (with Lil Trenchy).