In the pulsating heart of Lagos, where the rhythms of Afrobeats echo through the streets like a second heartbeat, one name stands out as the unseen force behind some of the genre’s biggest anthems. At just 23 years old, P.Priime — born Peace Emmanuel Aderogba Oredope — has transformed from a church kid banging on drums into a production powerhouse whose beats have propelled stars like Wizkid, Asake, and Burna Boy to international acclaim.
Imagine a sound that blends the infectious groove of Afrobeats with silky R&B layers and pop hooks — that’s P.Priime’s signature. His story isn’t just about music; it’s a tale of prodigious talent, relentless hustle, and a knack for turning raw ideas into chart-topping gold.
From Church Drums to Studio Dreams
Picture a four-year-old boy in the bustling suburbs of Lagos, Nigeria, on March 28, 2002, when Peace Oredope first felt the pull of rhythm. Born into a family of choristers — his father a church singer and drummer in the Boys’ Brigade band — music wasn’t a choice; it was the air he breathed. At age four, his older brother handed him drumsticks, igniting a passion that would define his life. By eight, he’d mastered the piano, soon after picking up the saxophone and guitar, showcasing a versatility that hinted at the multi-instrumentalist he would become.
Growing up in Ejigbo, P.Priime attended Nuga Paul High School, graduating at an astonishing 14 years old in 2016. He later enrolled in the Musical Society of Nigeria Centre’s summer school, sharpening his craft among like-minded talents. By 15, curiosity drew him into music production software, where he began experimenting endlessly — blending gospel roots from his upbringing with the emerging wave of Afrobeats. This foundation, nostalgic yet futuristic, laid the groundwork for the sonic innovator he is today.
Mentorship and Breakthrough
The real leap came when he joined Sarz Academy, the brainchild of legendary producer Sarz, where he honed both technical chops and the business of music. By 17, he was already catching industry ears.
In 2019, his first big splash came with DJ Cuppy’s “Gelato” featuring Zlatan. That same year, more doors opened, and soon his beats were in the hands of Afrobeats royalty. The watershed moment arrived in 2020 with Olamide’s Carpe Diem, where P.Priime co-produced seven of the ten tracks — including smash hits Infinity with Omah Lay and Loading with Bad Boy Timz. These weren’t just hits; they were cultural soundtracks, catapulting him into Afrobeats’ A-list producer tier before his 19th birthday.
The Sound of a Generation
What makes P.Priime different? Range. One moment, he’s crafting high-octane, street-ready bangers; the next, he’s weaving soulful, minimalistic arrangements. His production style balances Afrocentric percussion with global influences — trap snares, R&B lushness, pop-friendly hooks — giving him a versatility few producers can claim.
From Reekado Banks’ club anthem Ozumba Mbadiwe, to Fireboy DML’s Champion and Airplane Mode, to Asa’s introspective V album, P.Priime proves he can adapt while always leaving a distinctive sonic fingerprint.
Hollywood Lights: The Wakanda Forever Moment
If his early years were about conquering Nigeria, 2022 pushed him onto the global stage. Working alongside composer Ludwig Göransson on the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack, P.Priime produced three standout tracks: Burna Boy’s haunting Alone, CKay and PinkPantheress’ Anya Mmiri, and Fireboy DML’s Coming Back for You.
Alone not only became a UK Afrobeats #1 but also cemented his place as a producer capable of blending Afrobeats’ soul with Hollywood’s cinematic grandeur. At just 20, he was shaping the sound of Wakanda, proving his music could cross cultures effortlessly.
Dominating the Charts: The 2024–2025 Run
By 2024, P.Priime was unstoppable. He helmed multiple tracks on Asake’s Lungu Boy — from the introspective Skating to the Wizkid-assisted MMS — and produced much of Rema’s HEIS, delivering fan favorites like March Am, Azaman, and Villain. He also produced Rema’s 2025 smash hit “is it a crime”
His magic also graced Wizkid’s Morayo (Soji, Bad Girl, Slow), Tyla’s sultry Back 2 You, and collabs like Davido & Pheelz’s “Electricity” and Omah Lay x Tyla’s “One Call.”
Social media was ablaze with fans calling his 2024 run “unmatched,” while his signature “P!” producer tag became a seal of quality across playlists. By mid-2025, new hits like Asake & Tiakola’s Badman Gangster and Wizkid & Tyla’s Dynamite had fans hailing him as the producer of the moment.
Awards, Accolades, and Vision
Success hasn’t gone unnoticed. P.Priime has stacked Producer of the Year wins at the AVA Awards (2020), AFRIMMA (2021), The Beatz Awards (2021), Headies (2022), and Trace Awards (2025). He was also part of YouTube’s Black Voices Songwriter/Producer Class of 2022, and his work has earned Grammy nominations through Wizkid’s Made in Lagos (Deluxe), Asake’s projects, and Rema’s HEIS.
But he’s not just a producer. He DJs, engineers, writes, and even dabbles in fashion — walking the runway for Elfreda Kahlo at Lagos Fashion Week 2021. Today, he also scouts talent, mentoring the next generation as a judge on MTN’s Next Afrobeats Star and in Who’s Next in Afrobeats.
The Road Ahead
At only 23, P.Priime has achieved what many dream of in a lifetime. Yet, he insists the journey has only just begun. His mantra? Originality over imitation. In his own words: “Talent alone won’t take you global, but the right platform will give it wings.”
From humble church drums to Hollywood blockbusters, from Lagos streets to global stages, P.Priime isn’t just making beats — he’s producing moments, shaping Afrobeats into a sound the whole world dances to.
And if the past few years are any indication, the next global anthem is already simmering on his laptop.
✨ P.Priime isn’t just the sound of now — he’s the future heartbeat of Afrobeats.