Nigerian singer, Mayorkun is keeping fans on the edge after he dropped a cryptic note about collaborating with a certain artist people thought he won’t do so with.

The singer took to Twitter yesterday to reveal that he made music with someone fans believe that he can never collaborate with.

He also warned them that he doesn’t want to hear any negative reviews about the collaboration when it comes out.

“Made music with someone y’all thought I would never make music with, make I no hear any negative pim o, ok. ????”

He didn’t reveal the artist in question but fans took to the comment section speculate on who it might be.

Made music with someone y’all thought I would never make music with, make I no hear any negative pim o, ok. 😏

— MAYORKUN (@Mayorkun) January 31, 2023

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The first comment Mp3bullet.ng sighted was from a fan who suggested that the featured artist might be Mavin Record artist, Di’Ja. However, the songstress denied it in a reply to the fan, stating that she only liked the tweet.

In her words;

“Lol no be me, I just like the tweet.”

Lol no be me, I just like the tweet.

— 🇳🇬🇸🇱 #Latecomerthealbum (@aphroDIJA) January 31, 2023

The major artists speculated might be the mysterious artist Mayorkun is talking about were Portable and WIzkid.

Many people assume that the Mayor of Lagos could be talking about Wizkid as his tweet is the same words the superstar spoke about in an interview.

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A typical Celebrity wedding is known to be elaborate and loud but some Nigerian artists seem to prefer to go lowkey for their d-day.

Some make the choice of having a low-key “hidden wedding ceremony,” most likely as a result of what their fellow celebrities who also had loud and extravagant weddings experienced.

The majority of wedding rituals include the exchange of the couple’s marriage vows, the parents’ blessing, the presentation and gathering of presents, the offering of rings and other symbols of the marriage, flowers, money, and an official announcement of the union.

Here, we explore famous people who got married secretly.

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Simi

Simi and her husband Adekunle Gold are one of the top celebrity couples from Nigeria who got wedded in secret. After a protracted period of rumours regarding Simi and Adekunle Gold’s relationship status—whether they are dating or not—flying around, they at long last got married in Secret after the New Year in Lagos in 2019.

Di’ja

According to reports, Mavin artist Di’Ja married in December 2015, although she initially did not reveal any details. Di’Ja finally revealed in July 2016 that she had been married for several months and had given birth to a child. In addition to singing, Di’ja works as a model, a painter, a visual artist, and an event director.

JJC Skillz

On August 27, 2016, the multi-award-winning Nollywood actress Funke Akindele secretly wed veteran singer JJC Skillz Bello in London. The couple who have been respectively been married to other people had twins after years of trying for children.

However, after many years of marriage, the two called it quits in 2022.

Goldie Harvey

Nigerian singer, lyricist, and BBA star Goldie Harvey passed away on February 14th, 2013, in Malaysia, following a brief illness. From 2005 till her death in 2013, she had been secretly married to Malaysian engineer Andrew Harvey. No one knew she was married because she had a private wedding in Malaysia with her European hubby Andrew Harvey.

D’banj

Dapo Oyebanjo and Lineo Didi Kilgrow discreetly wed on July 2, 2016, and the musician reportedly brought his father and 25 other guests to the registrar. The group assumed they had been invited to a birthday party and were surprised when it turned out to be the Registry wedding.

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Vector

Nigerian rapper, Vector made headlines after news of him marrying his longtime girlfriend in a private ceremony surfaced.

The wedding between Vector and his physiotherapist lover Yinka Coker took place on December 21.

Although the couple kept the details of their wedding private, friends have posted pictures and videos from the intimate ceremony to wish the pair luck in their marriage.

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Mp3bullet.ng compiles a list of Nigerian artists you might not know have politicians as parents.

Many people have a strong dislike for politicians while also having a strong love for celebrities.

In fact, simply by affiliation with the parent, the label of being a politician’s child can sometimes come with a lot of acquired hatred.

However, there are instances when a celebrity turns out to be the offspring of a politician, and frequently, very few people are even aware of this.

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Naeto C

The singer Naeto C, who gave us songs like “Ten Over Ten” and “I Gentle O,” is actually the son of Kema Chikwe, the current National Women Leader of the PDP in Nigeria and a former Federal Minister of Aviation in Nigeria.

Sina Rambo

Nigerian rapper and singer Sina Rambo also goes by the name Shina Rambo. His real name is Shina Adeleke, and he is related to the well-known Nigerian musician Davido.

He is the son of Ademola Adeleke, a businessman and politician from Nigeria who was just elected as the governor of Osun State.

B-Red

B-Red is an Afropop and R&B artist. He is also the cousin of Davido, a well-known musician from Nigeria, and the younger brother of Sina Rambo. Adebayo Adeleke is his true name, while B-Red is his stage name.

He is also the song of Ademola Adeleke, a businessman and politician from Nigeria who was just elected as the governor of Osun State.

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Di’Ja

Many people are unaware that Di’Ja, another famous person, is a politician’s offspring. Di’Ja is the daughter of Sierra Leonean politician Joe Blell, a well-known opposition leader from the Sierra Leone People’s Party.

He was Sierra Leone’s Deputy Minister of Defense from 2002 to 2007 and the country’s High Commissioner to Nigeria from 1993 to 2002.

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• Artiste Name: Di’ja
• Song Title: Yoruba Demon
• Genre: Afrobeats
• Country: Nigeria
• Year: 2022

Nigerian singer, Di’Ja has returned to the music scene with a new single titled, ‘Yoruba Demon’.

Doubling as her debut entry into the year, the song sees the sonorous singer fall in love with the hottest, yet dangerous cheat, who makes her regret her decisions later…

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Accompanied by a music video Shot and directed by Unlimited L.A, the plot depicts the cunningly widely accepted notion of ‘Yoruba men’ being cheats and unfaithful. It is quite an interesting work of art, with colourful scenes.

Quotable lyrics

Baby who tell me make I fall in love oh
Who tell me make I fall for you oh
Baby oh

Ahhhh)Yoruba demons
Hahnnnn
You can never see them coming
Them go okay you like ping pong
When you see them
Better start running (x2)…

Watch and enjoy!

STREAM AUDIO HERE

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Either you blow or you don’t blow out here this place is just ridiculous to stay relevant after a hit, you make every effort to follow it up with more hits therefore, everyone is working harder on their follow-ups.

However, not everyone has the good fortune to score twice. Long term, there are still a few one-hit wonders. Artists that have had national hits but have had little success with any of their subsequent work.

We present ten of the most well-known one-hit wonders of the 20th century on this list. These are artists that even young people from the indomie age will be familiar with or at the very least have heard of.

1. Bigiano (Shayo)

What do we call this if not a waste of talent? One of 2008’s biggest successes was produced by Bigiano and is a party song called “Shayo.”

Bigiano is a name that you’re familiar with if you listened to Nigerian music in 2008. the “Shayo” groove, too. But regrettably, that was his sole success.

2. Jodie (Kuchi Kuchi)

Whatever becomes of Jodie?

Oh my god, oh my god, kuchi kuchi yes. Who in that year didn’t know that song? That song has the power to calm you down at any time. Although it has a spiritual and uplifting vibe, the song is about love. In 2011, it became popular.

However, a lot of people aren’t even familiar with her name, much less another song. I could add, regrettably.

3. Chuddy K (Gaga Crazy)

Go gaga is insane, and she is, indeed, crazy. One of the top club bangers of 2012 was this tune. However, that was the last we heard of Chuddy K. in some way.

The fact that you choose Chuck D as your stage name shouldn’t have a significant impact on your professional life. Or ought it to?

4. Lynxxx (Fine Lady)

God bless Wizkid. Lynxx might not have had a successful single in the end.

With WizKid providing the vocals, “Fine Lady” was undoubtedly a smash at that point. The wedding-themed music video was also unique.

However, Lynxx? He might still be developing “the hit single after the hit single,” who knows!

5. Di’ja (Awww)

Numerous new stars emerged in the industry in 2014. New members of YBNL and Mavins had the potential to blow the industry away. Of them, Di’ja was one.

Everyone heard her say, “There’s nothing I won’t do to make you smile, oh,” and it had been almost seven years. She was never able to execute a follow-up. Anyway, I’ve heard that she now has two or three children.

6. Viktoh (Skibi Dat)

Prior to “Skibi Dat,” Viktoh was well-known for his role in Lil Kesh’s wildly successful “Efejoku” song as well as for being YBNL’s good boy.

He doesn’t even know what he wants to accomplish, though. Rap, sing, or act like a good boy? Unlike, say, Lil Kesh, for example, his music has not wowed listeners throughout the years.

Only “Skibi Dat” was successful. After that, nothing he did improved.

7. Sugarboy (Hola Hola)

He hasn’t done anything after his modest success “Hola Hola,” which came out in 2016. His entire CD was awful. It didn’t help to steal a tune from an impending work of art. What’s up Sugarboy, sef?

8. Wale Turner (No)

Once upon a time, Wale Turner was a wonder child who many believed would take native hip-hop and make it popular.

Although “No” was somewhat impressive. A successful hit that is both catchy and worthwhile. For approximately a year, it was able to keep the person in certain chats. He then began to slowly float away into nothingness.

9. Victor AD (Wetin We Gain)

Victor will tell you he is most definitely not a one-hit wonder if you ask him today. But Victor AD has been working on a better hit than the trending “Wetin We Gain” for years. And unsuccessfully, if I may add.

The majority of his efforts have fallen short of the standards he set for himself, and many of them are just plain bad. I have no regrets about included him on my list.

10. Pepenazi (Illegal)

In any case, that is the Olamide effect. Olamide can deliver a hit for you, but are you going to rely on him constantly? Definitely not.

Pepenazi is now known as “the guy who did illegal that year” after all these years. Oh, that’s horrible.

That’s all for today, though. Please share your thoughts.

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Mp3bullet.ng present Viral African Songs you probably must have forgotten.

When it comes to music, Africa as a continent has it in large quantity. In fact, a major selling point of Africa is its music scene.

Afrobeat, one of Africa’s many music genres is currently dominating the international music scene thanks to the foundation artists in the past laid.

For our Throwback Thursday, Mp3bullet.ng go down memory lane to dig up some songs from Africa that went viral in both the continent and outside it.

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Windeck- Cabo Snoop

The early 2010s was a blissful year with many hots dominating the radios. One of them was “Windeck” by Angolan artist, Cabo Snoop.

“Windeck” is the song that captured listeners whether or not they understood the language and got them dancing once it came on the speaker.

Alhaji- Ramatoulaye Decale

This was a song that was popular thanks to the heavy use of drums and lamba.

Most of us know the deal only when this song is at least a minute in to hear the infamous repetition of “Alhaji” followed by what sounds like gongo drums.

Nevertheless, waistlines are on gogo! It’s still hilarious to to think how many people resonate with this song so much, they thought it originated from their country!

No meaningful message whatsoever but who cared when they trying to keep up with the pace of this upbeat song?

Y-Tjukutja- Uhuru ft DJ Buckz, Oskido, Professor & Yuri Da Cunha

Uhuru served fans this great music in 2014 which pushed his sound beyond the shores of South Africa.

The song won the best collaboration of the year at the MTV Africa Music Awards in 2014.

Azonto- Fuse ODG ft Tiffany

Fuse ODG put Ghana on the music map when he dropped “Azonto” featuring Ghanaian Afro-pop artist, Itz Tiffany.

The song started a movement with its funky beat and dance routine which started a huge trend in Ghana and internationally. It was released in 2013 and was one of the tracks from his new and great album named “T.I.N.A. (This Is New Africa)”.

Khona- Mafikizolo ft Uhuru

Mafikizolo is a South African Afro-pop music duo formed in 1996 consisting of composer Theo Kgosinkwe and lead singer Nhlanhla Nciza.

From 1997 to 2006, they released seven successful albums before going on a hiatus. They resumed work as a group in 2013 when they released their internationally acclaimed single “Khona” featuring Uhuru.

“Khona” was a hit in South Africa and outside it.

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Dorobucci- Mavins

In the history of Nigerian pop collaborations, “Dorobucci” is one of the few songs that was a culture reset.

It was the song responsible for the breakout success of artists like Korede Bello, Reekado Banks, Di’Ja.

The song brought with it slang, and dance routine and even had people changing their names with ‘Doro’ as the prefix. 2017 was a big year thanks to this song.

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Nigerian singer and songwriter Hadiza Blell-Olo, better known by her stage name Di’Ja, has explained why the music industry needs more female collaborators.

The Mavin record signee made this known in a recent chat with The Nation, speaking about her forthcoming project and said she does not feel under any pressure by the success of her female colleagues in the industry but rather would prefer more teammates.

She Said:

“We need more women, that is what we are looking for, everywhere you see like 100 guys, please we need more teammates, that is what we want,” 

Di’ja who made her debut as an actor in Dr Sid’s latest movie ’The Order of Things’, spoke about her role saying,

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“I am on the soundtrack of this movie, my role in the movie, the character she is amazing, she switches up, she has two personalities which for me was something I had to dig deep insight to try to bring that out.

Life is moving in very interesting ways, but I am working on a project and I think this project that I am on is a blessing, it is one of those things where I am trying to broaden my horizon and also get better in art in general and I think acting is an amazing part of the entertainment.

I’m very grateful to the actors on set that welcomed me and were giving me tips because acting is not easy. If you know me I work hard.”

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In the Nigerian Music space, biracial or mixed-race Artists are doing well for themselves, whether based in Nigeria or outside of the country.

The term biracial or multiracial is usually applied to people who have a heritage comprised of different races of the world.

The country has been blessed with citizens who have dual nationalities with either one of their parents belonging to a different continent like Europe.

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Here are some of the artists who are Biracial.

Di’Ja

Hadiza Blell is a popular Nigerian singer and songwriter currently signed to Mavins Records.

She is born to a Sierra Leonean father, and a Nigerian mother from Kaduna State. Her first official single, “Yaro” under the umbrella of Mavins Records back in 2014, infuses Hausa and Krio dialects in honour of her Nigerian and Sierra Leonean roots.

Nneka Egbuna

Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress, Nneka Egbuna aka Nneka was born to a Nigerian father and German mother. She first gained public attention in 2004 while performing as an opening act for dancehall reggae star, Sean Paul at Hamburg Stadtpark. After much acclaim, Nneka was given a green light to record her first album.

Tems

Temilade Openiyi was born on 11 June 1995 in Lagos, Nigeria. Born to a Nigerian mother and a British-Nigerian father, Tems’ family moved to the United Kingdom shortly after birth. Her parents divorced when she was five.

Tems relocated to Nigeria with her mother, they resided in Ilupeju before moving to Lekki then Ajah

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Don Jazzy-led Mavin record has dished out classics over the years solidifying its place as one of Nigeria’s top labels.

Mavin was birthed after the crash of D’banj and Don Jazzy’s co-led Mo’hits record which dominated the industry in the mid-2000s.

While D’banj left to join Kanye West’s G.O.O.D Music record and start his own label, Don Jazzy started Mavin signing in Wande Coal, Tiwa Savage, D’Prince and Dr Sid at the initial stage.

However, Wande Coal left and other artists like Korede Bello, Reekado Banks, and Di’Ja were added to the label.

Over the years, the Label has witnessed the exit of some talented acts and the addition of other acts like Ayra Starr, Magixx, Crayon, and Rema who came through a joint partnership with D’Prince’s Jonzing record.

This year, the iconic label clocked 10 years and to commemorate the special occasion, mp3bullet.ng compiled a list of some of its best classics released over the years.

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Take note, that this list isn’t ranked and for lack of space, other classics couldn’t be added.

Dorobucci- (Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Dr. SID, D’Prince, Reekado Banks, Korede Bello, Di’Ja)

“Dorobucci” was one of the most popular in Nigerian pop culture throughout 2014. The song also marked the launch of the Mavin group into the mainstream scene.

Reekado Banks had a terrific hook on this one, as did the entire Doros.

Adaobi- Mavins (Don Jazzy, Reekado Banks, Di’ja, Korede Bello)

Don Jazzy claims he isn’t a singer, however, this song disproves that allegation. Reekado Banks also put in a strong performance on this one.

Di’ja and Korede Bello also did well, but Reekado Banks and Don Jazzy were the clear winners.

Despite the fact that this song was released in 2014, it still feels like a new song.

Godwin- Korede Bello

This is one of the rare secular tunes that has been known to shut down nightclubs and churches.

Don Jazzy and Korede Bello’s masterpiece “Godwin” will live on forever. The Bellovers, Korede’s fanbase, was born and institutionalized as a result of this song.

Awww- Di’Ja

Dorobucci might have been Di’Ja’s first big break but “Awww” launched as a proper solo artist. While she has released several songs after this, none have been able to top the greatness of this record.

Mungo Park- Korede Bello

Mungo Park, a hilarious feel-good song by Korede Bello, gave fans a glimpse into Korede’s sense of humor.

Mungo Park, produced by Don Jazzy, was another example of Don Jazzy and Korede Bello’s outstanding partnership.

Bad- Tiwa Savage ft Wizkid

These two do not create terrible music. This is a winning combo. ‘Bad,’ by Tiwa Savage, is mature and seductive song.

The song was a testament to the crazy Tiwa Savage and Wizkid had.

It provided fans with a better idea of what a Wizkid and Tiwa collaboration can accomplish.

Do Like That- Korede Bello

Korede Bello seems to be topping this list and for good reasons. Korede was undoubtedly one of Mavin’s best assets.

“Do Like That” was another huge record he released under the label and of the label’s songs to cross over 100 Million mark on Youtube and earn international certification at that.

Up 2 Sumting- Iyanya ft. Don Jazzy & Dr Sid

In 2016, Iyanya joined Mavin Record and as its newest artist dropped the song Up 2 Sumting featuring Don Jazzy and Dr Sid.

The three talented acts were amazing on the mid-tempo beat produced by Don Jazzy.

Ma Lo- Tiwa Savage ft Wizkid

While Wizkid and Tiwa gave fans a glimpse of on the beauty of their collaboration, “Ma Lo” was a different dimension that fueled relationship rumours due to how intense the record was.

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Know You- Ladipoe ft Simi

Ladipoe and Simi owned 2020 with this song. Ladipoe who had already been droppings songs like “Man Already” and “Jaiye Jaiye” finally gained mainstream attention with “Know You” which won a Headies in 2021.

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Mp3bullet.ng presents 6 pregnancy news from Nigerian Artists that took fans by surprise

It’s difficult to keep a secret. It’s considerably more difficult to keep a secret when you’re a public figure. However hiding a secret that physically transforms your body and is highly visible – such as a pregnancy – when you’re in the public glare, that’s effort!

Still, as well-known as artists are, there have been a few who have managed to conceal pregnancies and then surprise their fans and viewers with the big news at the perfect time.

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Today, we’ll take a look at Nigerian artists that made shocking pregnancy announcements.

Davido and Chioma Rowland

Most fans shouldn’t have been surprised by this due to he the fact that Davido was already a father of two when he started dating Chioma.

However, as there were a lot of expectation form Davido and Chioma’s relationship going by how different it was from the singer’s previous relationship.

When Davido announced that he was expecting his third child in 2019, many fans didn’t hesitate to express their shock. More surprise hit fans after the two welcomed a son, Ifeanyi in 2019.

Simi and Adekunle Gold

Simi announced her pregnancy in one of the most memorable ways in Nigerian history – with a music video.

The announcement was done so eloquently and gracefully that the song Duduke became a love letter from mothers to children all across the world. It was both surprising and wonderful.

She and her husband welcomed a baby girl, Adedeja Kosoko in 2020.

Banky W and Adesua Etomi

Adesua Etomi and her husband, Banky W, were another couple who shocked the entire Nigerian nation with their announcement.

They announced on Adesua’s birthday in 2021 that she was not only pregnant, but had given birth to their baby son, Zaiah, after three years of marriage.

The surprise revelation on her birthday was accompanied by a photoshoot and, days later, a music video.

Di’Ja

Di’Ja is the queen of surprising pregnancies. Di’Ja may be pregnant again at this time and no one will know because she is known for keeping her personal life quiet and has done so for not one, not two, but three children.

In December of last year, the singer disclosed that she was not only pregnant but also had given birth to her third child. Her fans were taken aback by the news.

Omowumi

When word broke in 2011 that singer Omawumi was pregnant, it created a lot of buzz and controversy.

Omawumi was still single at the time of the revelation, and as a result, she received a barrage of insults and slurs for having a child out of wedlock.

Despite this, the wonderful singer persevered, gave birth to her child, and later married the father of her child years later – all on her own timeline.

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Emma Nyra

Emma Nyra shocked her fans when she announced she was expecting a child. Many fans were even more surprised by the revelation because Emma was still single at the time of her announcement.

Despite this, Emma went forward with the pregnancy and returned months later to report that she had given birth to a set of lovely twins.

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Half-caste is a term used for individuals of multiracial descent, and here are the 5 Nigerian musicians whose fathers are not from Nigeria.

It is derived from the term caste, which comes from the Latin castus, meaning pure, and the derivative Portuguese and Spanish word casta, meaning race.

Terms such as half-caste, caste, quarter-caste and mix-breed were used by colonial officials in the British Empire during their classification of indigenous populations.

Lola Rae

Rachel Funmilola Garton, professionally known by her stage name Lola Rae, is a Nigerian musician and dancer.

She first gained recognition in the Nigerian music industry after the release of her critically acclaimed single, Watch My Ting Go.

Lola’s father is of British descent.

Di’ja

Hadiza Salma Blell, popularly known by her stage name Di’ja, is a Nigerian musician.

Currently signed to the Mavin Records since 2014, Di’ja has released a good number of songs to her name.

Her father is originally from Sierra Leone.

Prince Nico Mbarga

Prince Nico Mbarga was a Nigerian highlife musician. He is widely recognized for his 1976 song, Sweet Mother.

Mbarga’s father is of Cameroonian descent.

Eddy Wata

Eddy Wata is a Nigerian musician. He is best known for his song, Senorita.

His father is from Jamaica.

Tems

Temilade Openiyi, popularly known by her stage name Tems, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.

she earned two US top 40 entries on the Billboard Hot 100, with her collaboration with Drake on the song “Fountains” from his album Certified Lover Boy, and the Wizkid single “Essence”; the latter of which reached the top ten following a remix with Justin Bieber, and earned her a Grammy Award nomination.

One of the talented young musicians currently making waves in the Nigerian music scene, Tems is famous for her critically acclaimed mixtapes, Try Me and Damages.

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When it comes to the current record Label owners in the Nigerian Music Industry, there are certain names that ring a bell.

With people like Don Jazzy, Olamide, Davido, Naira Marley and others using their record labels to give young talented acts a chance at fame, it’s easy to see why the industry is evolving.

These st of people have built not just record labels but homes to artists who need platforms to push out their much-needed talents to the world.

Here are the Top Popular Record label Owners in the Nigerian Music industry

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Don Jazzy

Real Name Micheal Collins Ajereh, Don Jazzy is one of the popular Music executives in the Nigerian Music Industry. He became popular in 2004 alongside his former partner, D’Banj after the release of their track, “Tongolo“.

That same year the two formed Mo’Hits record which for years was one of the biggest labels in Nigeria until its disbandment in 2012. Under Mo’hits records, Don Jazzy groomed artists like Wande Coal, Dr Sid, D’Prince, Kay Switch.

After shutting down Mo’Hits records, Don Jazzy launched another label called Mavin Records signing Reekado Banks, Di’Ja, Tiwa Savage, Korede Bello, Dr Sid, and later on, Rema, Crayon and Ayra Starr.

Mavin is one of Nigeria’s biggest record labels and powerhouses in the industry accounting for a sizable percent of the hit songs to come out every year.

With his over two decades of experience, Don Jazzy has shown grace, excellence, class and even despite the scandals that rock his brand, he is still at the peak of his carer.

Olamide

Olamide started out as a rapper signing under ID Cabasa’s “Coded Tune” under which he released his debut album, Rapsodi in 2011. However, the following year, he launched his own label, YBNL with the help of his long-time collaborator, Pheelz.

Years later, he started signing talented acts into the label like Lil Kesh, Adekunle Gold, Viktoh, Chinko Ekun, Davolee, Lyta, Picazo Rhap, Limerick, Temmie Ovwasa, Yomi Blaze all of which have left the label.

The label currently houses acts like DJ Enimoney, Fireboy DML, Pheelz, among others.

Despite the many scandals that have rocked Olamide and the label’s way of managing artists, the singer has given a lot of artists platforms, helping to craft a successful brand.

Davido

When Davido first launched into the Industry, he was under HKN Label which was managed by his brother, Adewale Adeleke, him and his cousin, Sina Rambo.

In 2016, he announced he signed a deal with Sony Music and then founded the record label Davido Music Worldwide (DMW) a few months after signing with Sony.

The first set of artists that were signed to the label were Dremo, Mayorkun, Yonda and Peruzzi. Currently, Yonda and Maryokun are no longer on the label, but other artists like Liya (the label’s first female artist), Napji, among others are signed to the label.

Davido has proven to be not just a successful singer but a smart Label boss who has evidence to back up his skills.

Dr Dolor

Dr. Dolor whose real name is Osadolor Nate Asemota, is a Nigerian businessman, musical producer, and entrepreneur.

He was born and raised in Edo State’s Benin City. He worked as a marketing executive at Etisalat and Globacom, rising to the level of manager before launching his first company, Global Prime Advantage Solutions (GPAS).

Following the success of GPAS, he established his second company, Dr. Dolor Entertainment (DDE) in 2016, which is a record label and music distribution organization.

It’s under this label, that popular female artist, Teni is signed to. On most of her songs, references to the name of the label is given.

The label also houses other upcoming acts like Hotkid, Afin Osha, Nikita, and Ryan Omo.

Currently, Dr Dolor has is now releasing songs of his own, like “I Go Pay”, “Prosperity”, “Wake Up” among others.

Audu Makori

Audu Makori is a Nigerian lawyer, entrepreneur, social activist, public speaker and creative industry expert. He is the co-founder and President of Chocolate City Entertainment.

He launched Chocolate City alongside Paul Okeugo and his brother Yahaya Maikori as directors of the company.

In January 2005, Chocolate City signed Jeremiah Gyang under a recording and management contract and re-released the album ‘Na Ba Ka‘. In mid-2006, M.I was signed up to Chocolate City.

Others like Jesse Jagz, Ice Prince, Ruby Gyang were signed to the label.

In 2015 Audu via Twitter announced his exit as CEO of Chocolate City Music and the appointment of M.I as the new CEO of Chocolate City Music, with label mate Ice Prince Zamani as the Vice President of the music label.

Maikori was made judge for the first season of Nigerian Idol alongside Yinka Davies and Jeffrey Daniel in 2010 and was seen as the Simon Cowell of the show.

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E-Money

Emeka Okonkwo who is famously known as E-money is an entrepreneur, investor, business tycoon, and the chief executive officer (CEO) of Five Star Music.

He is into Oil and Gas also has a different chain of businesses home and abroad which includes a shipping company.

He is the younger brother of the Limpopo crooner, Kcee, and also the official sponsor of his music career as well as signing likes of Harrysong, Skiibii, Xbusta.

Apart from Kcee, Skiibii and Harrysong have left the label.

Wizkid

Ayo Balogun also known as Wizkid is not a Nigerian superstar but the owner and founder of Starboy ENtertainment. When Wizkid first came into the industry, he was signed to Banky W’s EME Records under which he released two albums, “Superstar” and “AYO”

After years of being with EME, Wizkid left the label and launched his Starboy Entertainment Label. In 2017, he signed to Sony Music and released his third album, “Sounds from the Other Side”.

In April 2013, Wizkid signed Maleek Berry and Legendury Beatz and later L.A.X to his imprint.

In 2016, Wizkid signed management deals with Efya, R2Bees, and Mr Eazi and in 2018, announced the signing of Terri to the label.

Phyno

Born Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike and known as Phyno, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer.

He started his music career as a producer in 2003 and is famous for rapping in the Igbo language. Under his Penthauze label, Phyno released his debut album, “No Guts No Glory“.

Penthauze in 2011 had Runtown, Shugaboi and Flipside on its bill. It signed Storm Rex in 2014, the singer becoming the label’s sole female act.

The label as a crew announced itself with the song ‘Camera Out’ (2011). Runtown, however, left the label in 2013. Currently, the label houses Afro trap rapper, Cheque who became popular in 2020 thanks to his hit song, “Zoom“.

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Naira Marley

Azeez Adeshina Fashola known by his stage name as Naira Marley is a British-Nigerian singer and songwriter.

After launching to fame in 2017, then getting into trouble with EFCC over fraud-related charges and building a fanbase called Marlians, Naira Marley launched his label Marlian Music in 2019.

During the “Marlian Fest“, which was held at the Eko Hotels and Suites on 30 December 2019, Naira Marley announced the launch of his record label Marlian Records and unveiled CBlvck, Zinoleesky, MohBad and Fabian Blu as signed acts.

On 10 July 2020, Naira Marley took to his Instagram Page to unveil another act under his label, named: Emo Grae and later the same year unveiled two more acts, Lyta and Tori Keeche under the label.

Mohbad and Zinoleesky are currently the faces of the label with their chart-topping songs which has sealed their name in the streets.

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