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Seyi Shay

Seyi Shay is a Nigerian-based singer, songwriter and actress. She wrote and produced three songs for the soundtrack to Konami's video game Crime Life: Gang Wars (2005). Background information Full Name: Oluwaseyi Odedere Born: 21 December 1985 Birth place: Tottenham, London, United Kingdom Genres: Afropop, R&B, reggae Famous as: Singer, songwriter, performer, actress Years active: 2001 – present Labels: Stargurl, Island (former) Website: iamseyishay.com Movies: Lara and the Beat Albums: Seyi or Shay, Summer Vibe, Lara & The Beat (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Awards: The Headies Award for Best R&B Single

Biographical and educational history Seyi Shay was born and raised in Tottenham, London, England, to Nigerian parents. Her mother was from Northern Nigeria and her father is a native of Ife. She has two elder brothers and an elder sister. She and her siblings were raised by their single mother. Seyi Shay grew up in a religious setting and felt like a single child during her adolescence. She started visiting Nigeria when she was two years old, and eventually attended the Command High School in Maryland, Lagos. She went back to London to complete her undergraduate studies. Her interest in music was influenced by members of her household. Her late mother was a chorister and her sister used to compose songs for TV. Moreover, her brother was a radio and club disc jockey. Seyi Shay joined her secondary school choir and started performing at the age of 6. She performed for the London Community Gospel Choir during their world tour, which included 13 cities in Japan. Seyi Shay was applauded for her performances in Japan. She studied music at a local UK college and went on to study business management at the University of East London. In an interview with Lanre Odukoya of Thisday, Shay said that her mother wasn't a staunch supporter of her musical ambitions. Moreover, her mother wanted her to become a doctor or lawyer. Prior to departing the Earth, her mother told her to focus on her music career and put God first. Also Read About: Genevieve Nnaji

Music career Seyi Shay music career took an upswing when she signed her first ever record deal with No Apology, a record company affiliated with George Martin (commonly referred to as the "Fifth Beatle"). In 2006, Seyi Shay formed a girl band in the UK called Boadicea; they were managed by Ron Tom, the founder and manager of All Saints and Sugababes. The band separated after two years, and Shay decided to partake in the From Above UK singing audition. After the conclusion of the audition, she emerged as the lead vocalist for the now defunct girl group From Above. The group inked a record deal with Mathew Knowles' management company after performing for him. They were taken to Houston to undergo energetic vocal and dance trainings. The group supported Beyoncé while she was in the UK for her I Am... World Tour. They presented an award at the 2011 MTV Europe Music Awards and had their own MTV reality show called Breaking From Above, which aired in over 166 countries around the world. The group later disassembled and Shay had an opportunity to continue her management deal with Mathew Knowles, as well as secure a recording contract with Sony. Instead, she made a decision to join Flytime Music after getting an offer from them. Seyi Shay has worked with a number of musicians, including Justin Timberlake, Brian Michael Cox, Darey, Bilal, Michelle Williams, Chip, Rob Knoxx, H-Money, and Cameron Wallace. She also wrote "You Will See", a song that was included on Melanie C's third studio album Beautiful Intentions (2005). Shay wrote "White Lies", a song from Chip's Transition album. In November 2013, Shay signed an endorsement deal with telecommunications service provider Etisalat. In July 2015, she signed a record deal with Island Records.

Flytime Music Seyi Shay was introduced to Sound Sultan during his visit to London in 2011. After listening to some of her demos, Sultan convinced her to relocate to Nigeria and pursue her musical career there. In addition to meeting Sultan, Shay was introduced to Cecil Hammond of Flytime Promotions. Hammond signed her to his record label Flytime Music and decided to launch her solo career in Nigeria. In 2013, Shay left Flytime Music and told Vanguard newspaper that she had joined the label to promote her brand. She also said that while signed to the record label, she was very much in control of her brand. Moreover, she said she still has a relationship with the label.

Music style and role models Although her musical style is primarily a combination of Afropop and R&B, Shay doesn't conform to a particular genre of music. She believes that her musical prowess covers different genres, and has stated that her music draws from things that inspire her. Shay has cited her mother, Mathew Knowles, 2face Idibia, Beyoncé, Tina Turner, Sound Sultan, Wizkid, and Omawumi as mentors.

Notable performances Seyi Shay performed at the 2013 COSON song awards. In July 2013, she performed at one of Big Brother Africa 8's live eviction shows. On 20 July 2013, she performed in Asaba for the 2013 edition of Star Music Trek. On 27 September 2013, Shay graced the stage at the Sisters with Soul concert, which was headlined by Mary J. Blige. On 20 November 2013, she performed "Bad" with Wale at the Johnnie Walker Step Up to VIP Lifestyle Launch event (held at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos). Shay was a supporting act on the 2013 Hennessy Artistry 2013 Club. In December 2013, she performed at the Harp Rhythm Unplugged concert. On 15 February 2014, Shay performed with Kelly Rowland, D'banj, Tiwa Savage, Mo' Eazy, Zaina, Timi Dakolo, Waje, Muna, JJC and Eva Alordiah at Darey's Love Like A Movie concert.

Seyi Shay music release and albums

Shay released her debut studio album Seyi or Shay in November 2015. Work on the album started as early as 2011. Shay worked with several producers in Nigeria, including Jay Sleek, Tee Y Mix, Del B and Cobhams Asuquo. On 11 August 2011, she released "Loving Your Way" and "No Le Le", two promotional singles that helped launched her singing career in Nigeria. On 27 July 2012, Shay released "Irawo" as the album's lead single. The song was produced by Del B and was originally titled "Erawo". During the aforementioned interview with Ajose, Shay said she wrote "Irawo" to inspire her colleagues and workmates to pull together. The music video for the song was shot and directed in Nigeria by Clarence Peters. It was uploaded onto YouTube on 3 June 2013, at a total length of 3 minutes and 47 seconds. The remix of "Irawo" features rap verses from Vector and was released on 6 December 2012. In August 2013, Shay released the album's second single "Killin' Me Softly", featuring Nigerian singer Timaya. The song was written and produced by Del B. Shay told Ajose she felt in love with the song when she first heard it. Moreover, she reached out to Timaya for a verse because she wanted a different vibe on the song. On 6 October 2013, Shay released "Ragga Ragga" and "Chairman" as the third and fourth singles from the album. The songs were produced by Del B. The latter features vocals from Kcee, a recording artist who was present during the song's composition. Prior to releasing the singles, Shay signed a partnership deal with the international talent company J-Management. On 8 January 2014, Shay released the music video for "Ragga Ragga"; it was shot and directed in Lagos by Peters. "Ragga Ragga" peaked at number 7 on MTV Base's Official Naija Top 10 chart from 15 March through 19 March 2014. In May 2013, Shay told Lanre Odukoya of This Day she recorded a single with Olamide. She said that working with him was easy because of their work ethic. She also told Odukoya the song was written by Olamide and would be released in 2014. Seyi Shay has been featured on the records of several promising artists, including Praiz, Mr. Walz, Yung Grey C and Amir. On 1 April 2014, Shay released the Dokta Frabz-produced single "Murda". The song features additional vocals from Patoranking and Shaydee. Aribaba of Jaguda gave the song 9 out 10 stars, stating: "The use of familiar lyrics don't know what you've got till it's gone makes the first time listening experience even more enjoyable." On 11 May 2014, the music video for "Murda" was uploaded onto Vevo. It was directed by Meji Alabi for JM Films. In March 2019, Shay announced on Instagram that she had been given a concert residency in the United Kingdom. The 2-night residency at the Biosdale of Canary Wharf in London was billed to hold on 29 and 30 May 2019. Reference: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seyi_Shay Read the full article

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Success stories: 2020 Top 10 Richest Nigerian Musicians; Net worth and background.

Are you interested in the Nigerian music industry and the top musicians on the list? This article is for you. Music has become one of the best ways of making a huge income. You may like to take a look at the top Nigeria musicians who have made millions in the music industry with their talent. Just keep reading!

Who is on the list of the Top Nigerian Musicians?

Really, all of them in the music industry are talented with their outstanding styles and performance. Those who made it to this list are actually considered to be the top and wealthiest in the industry.

Also, we made it easier by putting their net worth into consideration as well as their background, age, and career. Enjoy!

Here is the list of the Top 10 richest Nigerian musicians.

10. Flavour — Estimated Net Worth is $9.5mmillion

Background

Chinedu Izuchuwu Okoli with stage the name flavour is an award-winning Nigerian musician, songwriter, and dancer. The popular igbo highlife singer was born in Enugu State, Nigeria. His family originally hails from Umunze in Orumba South LGA, Anambra State. Flavour has been active since 2005 with his record label ��2Nite Music Group"

Age

Flavour popularly known as flavour Na'abania was born on 23 November 1983 somewhere in Enugu State. He is currently one of the eldest on the list.

Music career

Flavour began his music career at the age of 13. He was initially playing drums for his church choir in Enugu State. In 1996, Flavour was invited to Soundcity communication on a scholarship to study Music.

By the age of 19, he emerged into the Nigerian entertainment industry as a drummer and pianist and was invited to perform at the city center, Enugu. The performance, however, made him more popular. He released his self-titled debut album Na'abania in 2005 and had been very active in the industry since then.

Net worth

Currently, Flavour made it to the Top 10 richest Nigerian musicians with an estimated net worth of $9.5 million.

9. Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye — $10 million.

Background

Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye, formerly known as Psquare were Nigerian music duo. Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye hail from Ifite, Dunu Anambra State. Psquare were heavyweight Music duo of identical twins, Peter and Paul. The duo has gone solo and disbanded with Paul performing as King rudy or Rudeboy while Peter performs as Mr. P.

Age

Psquare was born an 18 November 1981 (age 38). Psquare has the same birth month with Flavour though 2 years older that flavor.

Music career.

Psquare started their music career in secondary school at St. Murumba Secondary School, a Catholic school in Jos. With their inspiration drawn from Michael Jackson music, Psquare began singing and break dancing. They later formed a music group, “MMMPP" ( M clef, Micheal, Melvin, Peter, and Paul). Later, they began their own record label "Square Records"

PSquare won the 'Gab Day Mic' competition in 2001 and was sponsored by Hedges and Benson. The Music Dou had been active together since 2003 till 2017 before they got disbanded.

Net worth

Meanwhile, The MTV Africa Music awardees snapped up the number 9 spot on the list with a net worth of $10 million.

8. Timaya — $10.5 million

Background

The Nigerian music star, Enitimi Alfred Odom popularly known as Timaya was born on 15th August 1977 somewhere in port Harcourt, Rivers State. He starting his singing when he founded the popular 'Dem mama soldiers'

Age

Timaya was born on 15th August 1977( age 42) making him one of the old gurus on the list.

Music career.

Timaya started his music career in 2005 after the release of his hit song "Dem mama" which appeared in his debut album titled True story. In 2008, he released his next album called 'Gift' and 'Grace' and rose to prominence after the release of his studio album called 'De Rebirth'.

Timaya is the founder of DM records limited and has 6 albums in total with so many singles. He's actually the best in dancehall genre and often referred to as the dancehall artist.

Net worth

Timaya has made a lot of money through singing. He made it to the list with an estimated net worth of $10.5 million.

7. Phyno — $11 million

Background

The number 7 in the list is the popular Nigeria Rapper, Phyno meaning phenomenal. His real name is Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike. Phyno was born on 9th October 1986 in Enugu State, Nigeria.

Age

Currently, phyno is 33 years old

Music career

In 2003, He began his music career as a producer and is best known for rapping fluently in Igbo language.

Phyno became even more popular after the release of his debut studio album called 'No Guts No Glory'.

Phyno has acted as a record producer for such popular musicians like flavor, Timaya, Mr. Raw and many others. He is best known in the Igbo rap and hip hop genre.

Net worth

Phyno's estimated net worth is $11 million.

6. Olamide — Estimated net worth is $12 million.

Background

Olamide Adedeji is a well known Nigerian music star with the stage name Olamide. He is popularly known as Olamide baddo, BaddoSneh. Olamide was born on the 15th of March 1989 in Bariga, Lagos State Nigeria. Just like phyno, Olamide is well known for recording predominantly in Yoruba, his native language.

Age

The Lagos State-born hip-hop star is 31 years old.

Music career

Olamide began to pursue a career in music since 2000. However, he became popular and rose to fame in 2010 after the release of 'Eni Duro' produced by Coded Tunes Record. Olamide was previously signed into Cabasa's Coded Tunes Record label before he left in 2012 to start his own record label YBNL Nation.

Still in 2012, November precisely, he released his second studio album YBNL which was produced by Tyrone. Olamide is the first Nigerian celebrity to sign an endorsement deal with Cirok.

He has been active and making his money in the industry since 2011.

Net worth

Olamide has made enough money through singing. He is currently the number 6 on the list with a net worth of $12 million. Convert this to naira! Trust me the cash will 'wow' you.

5. 2Baba — $16 million.

Background

Innocent Ujah idibia with stage name, 2Baba, was born on September 18th, 1975, somewhere in Jos. 2Baba is from the Idoma ethnic group in the southern part of Benue State, Nigeria. Apart from being a singer and songwriter, he is also an entrepreneur, humanitarian, philanthropist, and activist. 2Baba has been active since 1994. He is one of the most influential afro-pop artists in Africa.

Age

The September born Nigerian Superstar is 44. He has been in the entertainment space for about 2 decades now.

Music career

2Baba music career began from zero. He performed in school, college, and university. He later had to quit school and focus more on his music career. He rose to fame in 2004 after the release of his debut album 'face to face' which established his solo career.

He has released six albums since 2004.

2Baba has won several awards including the Headies award, an MTV Europe music award, a BET award and many more.

Net worth

2Baba made it to the list of the wealthiest Nigerian musicians with a net worth of $16 million.

4. Burna Boy — $17 million

Background

Burna Boy is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who was born as Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu in River State, Nigeria.

His mother works as a translator while his father manages a welding company in River State.

Age

Burna Boy was born on July 2nd, 1991 ( age 28)

Music Career

In 2012, Burna Boy rose to prominence and international recognition after the release of his lead single 'like to party' from his debut studio album called L.I.F.E. Internationally, Burna Boy signed with Warner music group and Atlantic Records in U.S. A (United State of America).

In 2019, Burna released his 4th studio album 'African Giant' which won album of the year at 2019 All African Music Award. The same album was also nominated for the best world music album at the 62nd annual Grammy award.

Net worth

Burna's estimated net worth is $17 million

3. Don Jazzy — Net Worth: $18 million

Background

Don Jazzy is a Nigerian Singer, Songwriter, record producer, and entrepreneur. He was born in Umuahia, Abia State in the Southeastern part of the country. He attended Federal Government College in Lagos and obtained a degree in Business Management from Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma.

Age

Don Jazzy was born on November 26th, 1982 (age 37).

Music career

Don jazzy began playing drums and guitar when he was 4 and 12 years respectively.

In 2004, Don jazzy co-founded the defunct record label Mo'hits Records. Subsequently, he started his own record label 'Mavins Record' after the closure of Mo' hits Record.

As an entrepreneur, Don Jazzy invested in the oil and gas sector. In 2013, he founded the Mavin energy which deals with the supply of petroleum products and services. Don jazzy has endorsed brands like Samsung Electronics, Konga, LOYA Milk, MTN Nigeria and many more.

Net worth

Jazzy's net worth is $18 million making him the 3rd on the list.

2. Davido Net worth: $19 million

The American born Nigerian superstar made it to the second position on the list!

Background

David Adedeji Adeleke, with the stage name, Davido is an American born Nigeria Singer, Songwriter, and producer. He was born in Atlanta, United States of America and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. He is proudly a member of KB International.

Age

The Nigerian Superstar was born on 21st December 1992 (age 27)

Music career

At the age of 16, Davido moved to Alabama in the United States to study Business Administration at Oakwood University. However, he later dropped out of school to focus more on music and record vocal references.

In 2012, Davido rose to prominence and international recognition after the release of 'Demi Duro' which is his second single from his debut studio album titled, OMO Baba Oluwa.

Also, in 2012, he won the Next Rated award at the headies. Davido has collaborated with brands like Guinness Nigeria, Infinix mobile and MTN among several others.

Net worth

The Nigerian celebrity made it to the list with an estimated net worth of $1million.

Who then is the richest Nigerian musician?

1. Wizkid — Starboy

Currently, Wizkid is the Forbes richest Nigerian musician.

Background

Wizkid a.k.a starboy is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Starboy was born in surulere, Lagos Nigeria. Wizkid attended ijebu Ode primary school in Lagos and Lagos State University for his O'Level and Degree program respectively.

Wizkid's parent shares a different faith. His father is a Muslim while his mother is a Christian, Pentecostal.

Age

Wizkid is 26 years old. He was born on July 16th, 1991.

Music career

Wizi's music career began when he was still small. At the age of 11, He was already recording music.

In 2009, Wizkid signed a record deal with Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). However, he rose to fame in 2011 following the release of 'Holla at your boy' which is the hit single from his debut studio album titled Superstar.

Wizkid has collaborated with brands such as MTN, Pepsi, Glo, and Guinness.

Net worth

Gbagan! Wizikid tops the list with an estimated net worth of 20 million United States dollars ($20 million).

Conclusion

Please do note that this article can be updated anytime if the rating change. Most of your favorite and wealthy Nigerian musicians may not have made it to this list because we were just focusing on the Top 10 on the list.

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October 07, 2019 at 12:50AM

LONDON (AP) — Ginger Baker, the volatile and propulsive drummer for Cream and other bands who wielded blues power and jazz finesse and helped shatter boundaries of time, tempo and style in popular music, died Sunday at age 80, his family said.

With blazing eyes, orange-red hair and a temperament to match, the London native ranked with The Who’s Keith Moon and Led Zeppelin’s John Bonham as the embodiment of musical and personal fury. Using twin bass drums, Baker fashioned a pounding, poly-rhythmic style uncommonly swift and heavy that inspired and intimidated countless musicians. But every beat seemed to mirror an offstage eruption — whether his violent dislike of Cream bandmate Jack Bruce or his on-camera assault of a documentary maker, Jay Bulger, whom he smashed in the nose with his walking stick.

Bulger would call the film, released in 2012, “Beware of Mr. Baker.”

Baker’s family said on Twitter that he died Sunday: “We are very sad to say that Ginger has passed away peacefully in hospital this morning.”

His daughter Nettie confirmed that Baker died in Britain but gave no other details. The family had said on Sept. 25 that Baker was critically ill in the hospital.

While Rolling Stone magazine once ranked him the third-greatest rock drummer of all time, behind Moon and Bonham, Baker had contempt for Moon and others he dismissed as “bashers” without style or background. Baker and his many admirers saw him as a rounded, sophisticated musician — an arranger, composer and student of the craft, absorbing sounds from around the world. He had been playing jazz since he was a teenager and spent years in Africa in the 1970s, forming a close friendship with the Nigerian musician-activist Fela Kuti.

“He was so unique and had such a distinctive personality,” Stewart Copeland of the Police told http://www.musicradar.com in 2013. “Nobody else followed in his footsteps. Everybody tried to be John Bonham and copy his licks, but it’s rare that you hear anybody doing the Ginger Baker thing.”

But many fans thought of Baker as a rock star, who teamed with Eric Clapton and Bruce in the mid-1960s to become Cream — one of the first supergroups and first power trios. All three were known individually in the London blues scene and together they helped make rock history by elevating instrumental prowess above the songs themselves, even as they had hits with “Sunshine of Your Love,” ”I Feel Free” and “White Room.”

Cream was among the most successful acts of its time, selling more than 10 million records. But by 1968 Baker and Bruce had worn each other out and even Clapton had tired of their deafening, marathon jams, including the Baker showcase “Toad,” one of rock’s first extended drum solos. Cream split up at the end of the year, departing with two sold-out shows at London’s Albert Hall. When told by Bulger that he was a founding father of heavy metal, Baker snarled that the genre “should have been aborted.”

To the surprise of many, especially Clapton, he and Baker were soon part of another super group, Blind Faith, which also featured singer-keyboardist Stevie Winwood and bassist Ric Grech.

Peter Kemp—AP In this Aug. 20, 1967 file photo, members of the rock group Cream depart from Heathrow Airport in London, for their American tour. The trio, walking with unidentified female companions, from left are, base guitarist Jack Bruce, drummer Ginger Baker, and lead guitarist Eric Clapton.

As Clapton would recall, he and Winwood had been playing informally when Baker turned up (Baker would allege that Clapton invited him). Named Blind Faith by a rueful Clapton, the band was overwhelmed by expectations from the moment it debuted in June 1969 before some 100,000 at a concert in London’s Hyde Park. It split up after completing just one, self-titled album, as notable for its cover photo of a topless young girl as for its music. A highlight from the record: Baker’s cymbal splashes on Winwood’s lyrical ballad “Can’t Find My Way Home.”

“Beneath his somewhat abrasive exterior, there was a very sensitive human being with a heart of gold,” Winwood said in a statement Sunday.

From the 1970s on, Baker was ever more unpredictable. He moved to Nigeria, took up polo, drove a Land Rover across the Sahara, lived on a ranch in South Africa, divorced his first wife and married three more times.

He recorded with Kuti and other Nigerians, jammed with Art Blakey, Elvin Jones and other jazz drummers and played with John Lydon’s Public Image Ltd. He founded Ginger Baker’s Air Force, which cost a fortune and imploded after two albums. He endured his old enemy, Bruce, when Cream was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993 and for Cream reunion concerts a decade later. Bruce died in 2014.

Baker continued to perform regularly in his 70s despite arthritis, heart trouble, hearing loss dating from his years with Cream and lung disease from smoking. A stranger to no vice, immodesty included, he called his memoir “Hellraiser: The Autobiography of the World’s Greatest Drummer.”

“John Bonham once made a statement that there were only two drummers in British rock ‘n’ roll; himself and Ginger Baker,” Baker wrote in his book. “My reaction to this was, ‘You cheeky little bastard!'”

Born in 1939, Peter Edward Baker was the son of a bricklayer killed during World War II when Ginger was just 4. His father left behind a letter that Ginger Baker would quote from: “Use your fists; they’re your best pals so often.”

Baker was a drummer from early on, even rapping out rhythms on his school desk as he mimicked the big band music he loved and didn’t let the occasional caning from a teacher deter him. As a teenager, he was playing in local groups and was mentored by percussionist Phil Seamen.

“At this party, there was a little band and all the kids chanted at me, ‘Play the drums!”’, Baker told The Independent in 2009. “I’d never sat behind a kit before, but I sat down — and I could play! One of the musicians turned round and said, ‘Bloody hell, we’ve got a drummer’, and I thought, ‘Bloody hell, I’m a drummer.'”

Baker came of age just as London was learning the blues, with such future superstars as Clapton, Mick Jagger and Jimmy Page among the pioneers. Baker joined Alexis Korner’s Blues Incorporated, where he met (and soon disliked, for allegedly playing too loud) the Scottish-born bassist Jack Bruce, with whom he was thrown together again as members of the popular British group the Graham Bond Organization.

Clapton, meanwhile, was London’s hottest guitarist, thanks to his work with the Yardbirds and John Mayall’s Blues Breakers, his extraordinary speed and agility inspiring “Clapton is God” graffiti. Clapton, Baker and Bruce would call their band Cream because they considered themselves the best musicians around.

“Oh for god’s sake, I’ve never played rock,” Baker told the blog JazzWax in 2013. “Cream was two jazz players and a blues guitarist playing improvised music. We never played the same thing two nights running. Jack and I had been in jazz bands for years. All that stuff I did on the drums in Cream didn’t come from drugs, either. It was from me. It was jazz.”

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Italie reported from New York. Kelvin Chan contributed from London.

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