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Terry Apala
Terry Alexandar Ejeh (born 31 October 1988) better known by his stage name Terry Apala, is a Nigerian afrobeat, Hip-Hop and Apala (traditional Yoruba music) musician. Background and early career Terry Apala was born in Lagos, Nigeria, to Jeff Ejeh, a banker and it was here that he first began his journey into entertainment at the age of 12. He was part of a dance group called "Mezo Soprano" which went on to perform at the launch of "Kanu Heart Foundation" in 2000. In 2022 Terry Apala collaborated with Amzy B's TMSN records artist Kaylex to release a collaborative single project titled "Manya". Solo career Terry left the group and decided to embark on a solo career. He released his debut mix trap "Champagne Shower" which launched him into the mainstream. 2017: ''Shape of You, Ed Sheeran cover'' On 14 April 2017 he released a cover of Ed Sheeran's single "Shape of You". The cover won him "Best Music Cover of the Year (International)" at the City People Music Award 2017. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Reminisce (musician)
Remilekun Khalid Safaru (born on January 26, 1981), known by his stage names Reminisce and Alaga Ibile, is a Nigerian singer, rapper, songwriter, and actor from Ogun State. He performs in English and his native language, Yoruba. Early life Reminisce is from Ajilete, Yewa South LGA in Ogun State, the western part of Nigeria. He was born on 26 January 1981, in Kaduna state, Northern Nigeria. In school, he listened to various genres of local and foreign music and performed in school activities. He studied Purchasing & Supply at Kwara State Polytechnic. Music career He recorded his first song in a studio in 2006 and recorded a hardcore rap album at Coded Tunes, but the album was never released and he decided to focus on his studies and complete schooling. In 2008, Reminisce returned to the music scene, performing a rap verse on a track titled “Bachelor’s Life” off 9ice's sophomore album titled “Gongo Aso”. His first single, “Ever Since”, featured 9ice, and was a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Barking (song)
"Barking" is a 2017 song by British rapper Ramz. It was released on 1 December 2017 as his debut single. The song entered the UK Singles Chart on 14 December 2017 at number 41, before peaking at number two on 19 January 2018. A promotional music video, filmed around Waterloo, London and Barking, London, was uploaded to GRM Daily's YouTube YouTube is a global online video platform, online video sharing and social media, social media platform headquartered in San Bruno, California. It was launched on February 14, 2005, by Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim. It is owned by ... channel on 17 September 2017. Track listing Charts Weekly charts Year-end charts Certifications References 2017 songs 2017 singles Afroswing songs {{2010s-hiphop-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nigerian Hip Hop Singers
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Living People
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1988 Births
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21st-century Nigerian Male Singers
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List Of Nigerian Musicians
This is a list of Nigerian musicians. Only notable individuals are included here; for groups, see List of Nigerian musical groups. Names are to be arranged by the first letter of Wikipedia reference. 0–9 * 2face Idibia - hip hop and R&B singer *9ice - hip hop and afropop singer A * A-Q - hip hop artist * Abiodun Koya (born 1980), gospel singer, opera singer *Ada Ehi - Gospel Artiste and songwriter *Adé Bantu - Nigerian-German musician, producer, front man of the 13 piece band BANTU *Adekunle Gold - singer, songwriter * Adewale Ayuba - fuji music singer *Ado Gwanja - hausa singer * Afrikan Boy - rapper * Afro Candy - pop singer * Alamu Atatalo - sekere singer, a type of traditional Yoruba music * Ali Nuhu - Hausa singer and songwriter, Kannywood *Ali Jita - Hausa singer and song writer *Amarachi - singer, dancer, violinist * Andre Blaze - rapper *Aramide - Afro-Jazz singer *Ara - singer and talking drummer *Asuquomo - musician *Aṣa - R&B, country and pop singer-songwri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
City People Entertainment Awards
City People Entertainment Awards are an annual accolade presented by ''City People Magazine'' to honour Nigerian and Ghanaian entertainers. The first edition was held in Abeokuta, Ogun State on June 14, 2009. The event was hosted by Governor Gbenga Daniel in the State House. The most recent ceremony was held on June 22, 2014 at 10 Degrees Event Centre, Lagos State Lagos State ( yo, Ìpínlẹ̀ Èkó) is a States of Nigeria, state in South West (Nigeria), southwestern Nigeria. Of the 36 States of Nigeria, states, it is both the List of Nigerian states by population, most populous and List of Nigerian state .... 2017 division In 2017, the award was divided into "City People Music Awards" and "City People Movie Awards". These awards should not be confused with the "City People Awards For Excellence" which is a separate awards ceremony by the same organizer, which honors achievers beyond just the boundaries of the entertainment space with categories such as "Lifetime Achievemen ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nigeria Entertainment Awards
The Nigerian Entertainment Awards were established in New York City in January 2006. The awards recognize the contributions of African entertainers with a special focus on Nigerians. Ceremonies * 2006 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2007 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2008 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2009 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2010 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2011 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2012 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2016 Nigeria Entertainment Awards Categories The following are the current categories as of 2016. Musical categories * Best Album of the Year * Hottest Single of the Year * Best Music Promoter * Best New act of the Year * Gospel Artist of the year * Indigenous Artist of the Year * Best Pop/R&B artist of the Year * Female Artist of the Year * Male Artist of the Year * Best Rap Act of the Year * Music Producer of the Year * Best ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zoro (musician)
Owoh Chimaobi Chrismathner (born 20 March 1990) professional known by his stage name Zoro or Zoro Swagbag, is a Nigerian musician who raps in Igbo language Igbo ( , ; Igbo: ''Ásụ̀sụ́ Ìgbò'' ) is the principal native language cluster of the Igbo people, a meta-ethnicity from Southeastern Nigeria. The number of Igboid languages depends on how one classifies a language versus a dialect, so .... Singles *"Mabuza" (2016) *"Ogene" (2016) *"Achikolo" (2016) *"Landlady" (2017) *"One on One" (2018) *"Naira to pounds" (2022) Awards and nominations References {{DEFAULTSORT:Zoro Living people Musicians from Lagos State Nigerian male musicians Nigerian male rappers 21st-century Nigerian musicians People from Onitsha 21st-century male musicians 1990 births ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ruggedman
Michael Ugochukwu Stephens, known professionally as Ruggedman, is a Nigerian rapper from Ohafia, Abia State. Career A graduate of political science from Lagos State University, Ọ̀jọ́, Ruggedman started exploring music in 1999. He produced his own songs and released two tracks in 1999, both which were well-played on radio. Ruggedman launched himself into the music industry in 1999, eventually becoming the most featured rapper in Nigeria. His albums are all released on his personal label, Rugged Records. Ruggedman has performed worldwide alongside international acts such as Sean Paul, Wyclef Jean, Akon, Maxi Priest, Kanye West, LL Cool J, T-Pain, and Nas. Ruggedman's record label, Rugged Records, signed its first act, singer MBRYO, in September 2012. MBRYO was featured on Ruggedman's "Ruggedy Baba pt 2″, produced by Blaize Beatz. ''Money Making Music'', Ruggedman's 2012 album, is a collaboration with MBRYO as part of a promotion for the new artist, with guest appearanc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Niniola
Niniola Apata (born 15 December 1986), known professionally as Niniola, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. She participated in the sixth season of ''Project Fame West Africa'' in 2013. After releasing her debut single "Ibadi", she was nominated for Most Promising Act to Watch at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards. Early life Niniola Apata was born to the family of Rt. Brigadier General Simeon Olaosebikan Apata (late) and Mrs. Margaret Apata on 15 december 1986 and raised in Lagos State, Nigeria. And the direct elder sister to Teni. Education Niniola began her education both primary and secondary school education at Apata Memorial High School, and she earned a bachelor of education certificate from the University of Lagos. She comes from a polygamous family where she was the sixth of ten children, raised by three mothers and a father who was killed in 1995. Career Niniola participated in several social activities and competitions while attending secondary school. She fin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
