Nigerian musician Stanley Omah Didia, better known by his stage name Omah Lay, was born in Port Harcourt on May 19, 1997. He began his career as a rapper and developed into an A-list vocalist, composer, record producer, and his impact extended throughout Africa.

Most fans of Afrobeats still consider his initial song, "You," to be their favorite. It helped launch him into the music industry. In 2021, he took home the much-coveted Next Rated Award from the 14th Headies Music Awards.

Omah Lay's paternal grandfather was the drummer for Celestine Ukwu, a well-known Highlife group. Thus, Omah Lay's parents weren't shocked when their son chose to follow his musical career.

He completed his post-secondary education at the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) after receiving his secondary education in a comprehensive school in Rivers State.

It can be stated that Omah Lay's upbringing in a musically inclined family encouraged him to pursue music.

Growing up in Marine Base, Omah Lay is familiar with the hard life in Port Harcourt City. When he reached adolescence, he put on the creative hat. With the goal of becoming the next major rapper, he called himself Lil King and entertained his neighbors with his freestyle rap performances.

2020 saw the official and complete launch of Omah Lay's music career with the release of his debut EP, Get Layed, which featured the popular song "You" and the breakout single "Bad Influence."

When he appeared on Olamide's Infinity song from his Carpe Diem album, his name became more well-known. The song's lyrics, which discussed loving till the end of time, were quite moving. When the song was first released, it reached the top of the Nigerian Apple Music Charts.

Omah Lay has collaborated with a number of people both inside and outside of the Nigerian music industry. He has collaborated with many artists, including Justin Bieber, Olamide, Gyakie, Bella Shmurda, Libianca, DJ Tunez, Wizkid, Masterkraft, Adekunle Gold, Alpha P, and Ajebo Hustlers.

In 2021, he won the Most Played Pop Song at the NET Honours awards with his song “Godly”. In 2020 he also won the Next Rated award at the Headies.

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