Phil Adé (Philip Adetumbi) is a Maryland-based rapper, singer/songwriter, producer, and actor of Nigerian and Grenadian descent. He first broke out under Grammy-nominated R&B artist Raheem DeVaughn’s 368 Music Group and went on to collaborate with Wale on The Album About Nothing, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, as well as with Logic, Mac Miller, Raekwon, Chris Brown, Ari Lennox, and more. In 2018, he signed with Epic Records and released two acclaimed EPs (Always Something and wyd after?) featuring Lil Baby, GoldLink, and Fatman Scoop, collectively amassing over 40M streams and earning praise from Billboard, Flaunt Magazine, Vibe, XXL, and more. His music has also been featured across WWE, NFL, NBA 2K22, and the Godfather of Harlem soundtrack. Now fully independent, Adé returns with philip—his first project in over five years—marking a bold new chapter of creative freedom, resilience, and self-definition.

His new single “M.I.A.” from his upcoming independent eponymous album, philip, slated for release October 1st via Seenic/UnitedMasters.

“M.I.A.” sets the tone for philip, ushering in a bold new chapter as Adé intentionally steps into himself, creatively and personally. The track introduces a laser-focused Phil Adé, delivering laid-back bars with a seamless flow that spotlight the everyday choices shaping his evolution—protecting his business, moving with confidence, and no longer seeking outside validation. The accompanying cinematic visual captures Adé cruising through Los Angeles with nostalgic ease, flanked by a tight circle, carrying himself with intention at every turn. 

Phil Adé shares, “I recorded ‘M.I.A.’ in the middle of the pandemic at a time when being out of the way felt like the theme of my life—but I wanted it to still be high energy and motivational”. He adds “I’m back, fully in control of my career, and there’s nothing or no one stopping me now but me."