Mocheddah recounts early days in Nigerian music industry

by seyi balola

Former rapper Modupe-Oreoluwa Oyeyemi Ola, formerly known as Mocheddah, has reminisced about her early days in the Nigerian music industry, recalling how she and Wizkid frequented studios together before their ascent to fame.

On the TeamwithTaypod show, Mocheddah revealed pleasant recollections of collaborating with some of Nigeria’s biggest talents, including Wizkid and Ice Prince.

She said that she started going to music studios as early as 14 years old, frequently accompanying Wizkid to recording sessions in Ojuelegba.

Reflecting on her journey, she mentioned how she watched and learned from industry veterans, including the late legendary producer OJB Jezreel.

Mocheddah also discussed her parents’ first misgivings about her musical ambitions.

However, her mother soon became a pillar of support, accompanying her to the studio and ensuring she followed a tight curfew.

In her words: “I became a studio rat at 14. Wizkid and I would go to studios in Ojuelegba together. We’d watch and learn from veteran musicians and producers.

“My mom would take me to studios and I had a curfew. Later, I became friends with Wizkid and Ice Prince, and we’d go to studios together. We didn’t record, we just watched and got inspired.”