For sound engineer, music producer, songwriter and singer, Gbolahan Lawal aka Spaceboy Mercury, it takes passion to navigate the ups and downs of music business.
When asked if he ever thought of giving up, Mercury said: “I would be lying if I said I’ve never been in a situation where I didn’t know what to do. The industry can test you in ways you don’t expect. But every time I get to that point, I remind myself why I started, because I love this. That love is what keeps me going.”
From Shomolu, Lagos where his story began, to South Africa where he is currently based under the management of MCE Entertainment, Mercury’s path has been shaped by resilience, relentless work, and an unshakable belief in his talent.
Mercury’s fingerprints are on some of the most memorable African sounds, proving he’s not just behind the boards, but also at the heart of the culture. Indeed, his discography reads like a playlist of modern African chartbusters, spanning multiple genres and generations. He has crafted hits for the likes of 2Baba, Olamide, Vector, Bella Shmurda, Davido, BNXN, Fireboy DML, Ayo Maff and many more, each track showcasing his versatility and ability to fuse emotion with rhythm.
Some of Mercury’s standout works include Mama di Mama (Coca Cola Ad song) – 2Baba (2018), Vector’s Vibe – Vector (2019), Choko Milo – Olamide (2019), You Don’t Know – Vector & Erigga (2022), Expensive Love – Wadude ft. Bella Shmurda (2022), Easy on Me – Logo Olori & Davido (2024), 2 Dollar and 8 Days – Ayo Maff (2024), Pain Me – L.A.X ft. Pheelz & Fireboy DML (2025), Oshimiri – Ayo Maff ft. BNXN (2025), and Allen Avenue – Guap ft. OdumoduBlvck (2025).
These aren’t just credits on a resume, they’re cultural moments that defined timelines and lit up speakers across continents.