Omah Lay releases his debut album Boy Alone on KeyQaad Records

Afro-fusion star Omah Lay releases his debut album Boy Alone on KeyQaad Records. The long-awaited follow-up to 2020’s What Have We Done EP collects 14 hypnotic songs that showcase the Nigerian singer’s intimate songwriting, powerful hooks, and sweet vocals. The release coincides with an astonishing wave of momentum that suggests OmahLay is an international star in the making.

“Boy Alone primarily describes my life being an entertainer and stereotypically expected to be extroverted but on the contrary, I find company within and that’s where this album was made from; it’s also a tribute to my Dad who went by that nickname among his peers for being a man that lived on his own terms. I guess the apple never falls too far from the tree…” Boy Alone is a testament to Omah Lay’s keen  pop instincts and star quality. Even when appearing next to a global superstar Justin Bieber on “Attention,” his effortless cool allows him to shine bright. Omah Lay slips between vibes with ease, demonstrating his range as a storyteller and a curator of intimate moods.

Steamy, slow-burning songs like “Bend You” are supplemented by gentle love songs like “Woman” and “Tell Everybody” featuring Tay Iwar. There are also pensive, heart-aching ruminations like “I’m A Mess” and “I.”Boy Alone may only be OmahLay’s debut album, but its untempered ambition and cohesion are indicators of his limitless potential as an artist. Boy Alone was preceded by a hot streak of singles that included “Woman,” “Attention,” and “Understand” — tracks that garnered attention from The New York Times, HYPEBEAST, The FADER, Billboard, NME, and more. In recognition of his talent and hard work, Omah was nominated at the 2022 NAACP Image Awards for “Outstanding International Song.”