Akinsola Oyeyemi, popularly known as Sweet Melody, gained public attention through his broadcast on the award-winning breakfast show called 'Owurolawa' on Lagos Television since 2004.
If you ask Oyeyemi what he does, you might be surprised by his answer. He won't say he's a songwriter, even though he has written over 60 songs. He won't say he's a sound engineer, even though he has recorded, mixed, and mastered more than 40 gospel albums in various recording studios across Nigeria. He won't say he's a producer, even though he has successfully produced and directed many projects. If you ask Oyeyemi why God sent him to the world, he'll tell you, “To be a pencil in the hand of the Creator, rendering relief services to humanity through music and multimedia services." Over the course of his career spanning more than a decade, he has had numerous opportunities to fulfill that purpose.
His broadcast experience started in 2004 when he joined the four anchors of TV Crew to present a program on MITV, which later became 'Owurolawa' on LTV 8. In 2007, he was given the opportunity to produce a program titled “Good Season" on Yotomi Cable Television through his late boss, Muyideen Alade Aromire, who was a movie actor and the owner of the TV station at the time. Oye is well-known in various areas. He is a video editor and a talented vocalist. He has played a significant role in producing or overseeing numerous projects, contributing to the success of his local group, “Sweet Melody," in the music industry today.
He serves as a producer and director for many renowned releases, including Pastor J.A Adelakun of the “Ayewa International Gospel Singers" fame and Evang. (Dr) Bola Are. His impact is strongly felt not only within the church but among hundreds of thousands who have been touched by his music productions and performances. His discography reflects his passion and commitment to serving people and leading them to God through songs of praise and worship. He has worked with top icons in the gospel music industry and has a remarkable list of credits. He has performed in numerous concerts, church anniversaries, as well as wedding parties across the nation and abroad. His vision is to develop the upcoming generations with his talents and skills to eradicate poverty in Nigerian society. Today, Oye is a worship leader and the president of Sweet Melody Band in Lagos. Oye was born in Bauchi State, Nigeria, on February 28th. He became musically active at an early age and played the accordion for his church from the age of 9.
