You can trace Ricchie Mane’s story through his discography. Each track is a timestamp, a chapter in the slow and steady climb from the choir stalls of Ibadan to the studios of Cyprus. The songs don’t just showcase growth—they map out the emotional terrain of an artist finding his voice while staying anchored in his truth.

Save Me was the turning point. Stripped of pretence, it was an open plea, an emotionally charged single that revealed more than just vocal talent—it showed a willingness to be vulnerable. In an industry where bravado often overshadows honesty, Ricchie’s raw delivery set him apart.

Before that, Gbemidebe had already hinted at his ability to move between worlds, blending Yoruba and pidgin with the confidence of someone who knows both belong to him. Then came WRM/OMF (Who Ricchie Mane and On My Feet), a dual release that felt like a self-introduction and a declaration in one—a way of saying, “This is who I am, and I’m not going anywhere.”

Who You Gon Call added a sharper edge—defiant, questioning, and self-assured, while his feature on Steady showed he could seamlessly adapt to another artist’s vision without losing his own identity. His genre-bending versatility is a core part of who he is as an artist, as his music is always ready for any challenge. He even used to back up his brother, a juju singer, during shows and concerts, proving his wide-ranging skills.

Now, the upcoming BBS (Bottom Boy Survivor) EP feels like the natural next step—a project that gathers all those threads and ties them into a cohesive body of work. Its title track channels his central ethos: music for survivors, told with the sincerity of Afro soul and the bounce of Afro pop.

Ricchie’s music works because it’s a living record of where he’s been and where he’s going. Each release feels less like a detour and more like a milestone. And with BBS, he’s about to plant his biggest marker yet.