5 Years Later: Omah Lay’s What Have We Done Still Stands as a Modern Classic
It’s been five years since Omah Lay released his game-changing EP, What Have We Done, and its influence on Afrobeats remains stronger than ever. The project marked a defining moment for the artist — a transition from rising star to a global voice — and its numbers today reflect just how deeply it connected with listeners around the world.
The EP continues to dominate streaming platforms with massive milestones:
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216 Million plays on YouTube Music
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160 Million streams on Spotify
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149 Million streams on Audiomack
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128 Million streams on Boomplay
Beyond the numbers, What Have We Done shaped an era. It introduced a fresh blend of raw emotion, introspective lyricism, and minimalist production — a formula that has since become a core part of Omah Lay’s identity and has influenced newer artists in the scene.
Songs like Godly became anthems of vulnerability and spiritual reflection, while tracks like My Bebe showcased his melodic brilliance. The EP holds up not just as a moment in time, but as a timeless, replay-worthy project that many fans still keep close.
Five years on, What Have We Done remains a cultural staple — a reminder of just how powerful Omah Lay’s artistry has always been.
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