Maurice Tosh Gayflor (born 23 July 1994), who goes by the stage name Cralorboi CIC, is a

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n Hipco and Kolopop singer, songwriter, actor and businessman. He was signed to SOG Records Empire between 2016 and 2021, and is known for the singles "Big Papa", "Jon Buttay", "Hello" featuring Joey B, and "Weekend" featuring Iyanya. He has been featured on

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and was part of One Africa Music Festival's global foundation event for

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awareness.

Early life

Cralorboi CIC was born in the township of Brewerville,

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, and started making music in 2013.

Music career

In 2018, CIC had his first successful international tour in Australia and become the first Liberian based artist to sell out a show in Melbourne and the third African artist behind Flavour and Bracket to do so. He performed at the Ponobiom Concert alongside Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Samini, and Edem. CIC has also performed with Mr P,

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, Iyanya, Kizz Daniel and Tekno. His debut studio album, titled ''1994 The Throne'', was released in 2019; it features guest appearances from Medikal, Iyanya,

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and

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Ambassador

In 2017, CIC was named the brand ambassador of

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. In December 2023, Cralorboi CIC became a 1xBet ambassador.

Business and acting

CIC is the owner of Cralorboi Clothing, founder of Cralorboi Empire, and a shareholder in Muscat FC. He starred in the movie ''Wheel and Deal''.

Education

Cralorboi CIC Graduated with a BBA in management at the

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Awards and nominations

References

{{reflist 1994 births Living people Liberian singers Liberian actors