Oyato

"Oyato" (Yoruba for "I'm Different") is a song by Nigerian Afrobeat recording artist D'banj. The song serves as the third single from the album D'Kings Men (2013), a collaboration between members of D'banj's label DB Records. It was produced by Jay Sleek. Mcomm, Nigeria’s fastest growing music distribution network, released the song on July 14, 2012. The song is D'banj's first Nigerian release as an independent recording artist since his departure from Mo' Hits Records. According to an article titled D’banj’s Monster Single “Oyato’ Set to Rule the Airwaves, posted on NotJustOk, "the single propelled the pop icon’s desire to reconnect with his numerous fans after the soar away success of his Oliver single in the UK."

D'banj's response to fans

D'banj thanked his fans for their support, saying, "An artist without loyal supporters, is like a king without a crown, without them, there would be no D’banj, and of course there would be no Oyato...Oyato is my special dedication to my fans who have stood by me through it all. Thank you for being there for me. The only way I can truly repay them is to keep on making great music that they will always enjoy and be proud of."