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@ASAKE...Asake, whose real name is Ahmed Ololade, was born on January 13, 1995. He is a Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter known for his unique blend of Afrobeat and Amapiano music styles. Asake gained prominence with his hit single "Lady" in 2020, and has since released popular tracks like "Omo Ope," "Palazzo," and "Mr. Money". He was signed to YBNL Nation by Nigerian music icon Olamide in February 2022, marking a significant turning point in his career. Asake's music reflects the vibrant energy of Lagos street culture, showcasing his artistic versatility and dynamic performances. ............🚀 Career Evolution Early Drop & Breakthrough (2018–2021) Began releasing music in 2018 with freestyles; 2020’s “Lady” caught viral attention via social media influencers GRUNGECAKE +7 bsgistnews.com +7 Thecribservice +7 Follow-up hit “Mr. Money”, later remixed with Zlatan & Peruzzi, amplified his presence ..............Signing & Rise (2022) Signed to YBNL Nation (founded by Olamide) in February 2022 Wikipedia +13 bsgistnews.com +13 Wikipedia +13 Released EP Ololade, featuring chart-toppers “Omo Ope” (ft. Olamide) and “Sungba” Wikipedia +14 Gistlover +14 Wikipedia +14 Inked a distribution deal with Empire in July 2022................Studio Albums & Global Breakthrough Mr. Money With the Vibe (Sep 2022) Broke Apple Music records for opening-day streams by an African album The Face +14 Wikipedia +14 GQ +14 Debuted at #66 on Billboard 200—the highest debut by a Nigerian album to date Gistlover +7 Wikipedia +7 austinemedia.com +7 Included hits: “Terminator,” “Peace Be Unto You,” and “Sungba” remix ft. Burna Boy Wikipedia +6 Gistlover +6 Clacified +6 Work of Art (Jun 2023) Also debuted at #66 on Billboard 200 Pitchfork +13 Wikipedia +13 Wikipedia +13 Featured “Lonely at the Top” (ft. H.E.R.)—first song to hit 100 M streams on Audiomack; 12 weeks #1 on TurnTable Wikipedia Critically praised for its fusion of strings, chorale, amapiano, and Yoruba spirituality GQ +3 Pitchfork +3 My People +3 Lungu Boy (Aug 2024) Third consecutive #1 album in Nigeria; featured Wizkid, Travis Scott, Stormzy, Central Cee, Ludmilla GRUNGECAKE +9 Wikipedia +9 Pitchfork +9 Blend of Afropiano, neo-Fuji, and Afro-fusion, with chorale and polyrhythmic elements ........................

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@TYLA...Tyla Laura Seethal (born 30 January 2002), known mononymously as Tyla, is a South African singer and songwriter. Her musical style is characterised by a fusion of pop and amapiano, with many publications dubbing her "Queen of Popiano". Born and raised in Johannesburg, Tyla signed with Epic Records in 2021 following the domestic success of her 2019 debut single, "Getting Late". She gained international recognition after the release of her 2023 single "Water", which entered the top ten in multiple countries including her native South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States. "Water" was the first song by a South African soloist to enter the US Billboard Hot 100 in 55 years and was awarded the inaugural Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance. The single preceded her self-titled debut album (2024), which was released to critical acclaim and moderate commercial success, entering or approaching the top 25 in multiple countries including the United States. Tyla is the youngest African artist in history to win a Grammy Award. Her other accolades include an MTV Video Music Award, two BET Awards, three MTV Europe Music Awards and the honorary Global Force Award at the first Billboard R&B's No. 1's, among nominations for a Brit Award, an Ivor Novello Award, a Soul Train Music Award and nine South African Music Awards.

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@TEMS...Temilade Openiyi, known professionally as Tems, was born on June 11, 1995, in Lagos, Nigeria. She is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer who gained prominence after being featured on Wizkid's hit single "Essence" in 2020, which peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Tems has collaborated with various artists, including Justin Bieber, and is known for her songs like "No Woman, No Cry" and "Free Mind". She has received several accolades, including a Grammy Award nomination for her contributions to music.

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@BILLIE ELLISH...Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell (/ˈaɪlɪʃ/ EYE-lish;[1] born December 18, 2001) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. She first gained public attention in 2015 with her debut single "Ocean Eyes", written and produced by her brother Finneas O'Connell, with whom she collaborates on music and live shows. In 2017, she released her debut extended play (EP), Don't Smile at Me. Commercially successful, it reached the top 15 of record charts in numerous countries, including the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. Eilish's debut studio album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019), debuted atop the US Billboard 200 and UK Albums Chart and was one of the year's best-selling albums. Its single "Bad Guy" became the first by an artist born in the 21st century to top the US Billboard Hot 100 and be certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The next year, Eilish performed the theme song "No Time to Die" for the James Bond film No Time to Die, which topped the UK Singles Chart and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2022. Her subsequent singles "Everything I Wanted", "My Future", "Therefore I Am", and "Your Power", each peaked within the top ten in the US and UK.

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@TAYLOR SWIFT...Taylor Swift was born on December 13, 1989, in West Reading, Pennsylvania. She is a multitalented singer-songwriter who has become one of the most influential artists in contemporary music, known for her heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies. Swift has won numerous awards, including the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for her album Midnights in 2024, making history as one of the youngest artists to achieve this. She grew up on a Christmas tree farm and began her music career at a young age, eventually transitioning from country to pop music, solidifying her status as a global superstar.

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@VICTONY...Anthony Ebuka Victor (born 5 January 2001), known professionally as Victony, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper.[1] He was born in Ojo, Lagos, he hails from the Orsu local government area of Imo State.[2] He was influenced while growing up by artists such as Davido, Wizkid, Mi, and Falz. Victony began his musical journey in 2016 as a rapper on soundcloud, releasing freestyles and mixes. He released a debut studio album Saturn, in August 2020. He released his first single titled Ina Benz, which was his first appearance in the music industry.[3] In 2022, Victony released "Soweto" featuring Tempoe as the debut single off his Outlaw EP. It gained traction on Tiktok and a remix featuring Rema and Don Toliver charted in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Switzerland and Canada.[4] In June 2024, Victony released his second studio album, Stubborn. The album, characterized by its experimental sound and lyrical depth, has been praised for showcasing his growth as an artist. Stubborn includes a blend of Afrobeats, hip hop, and R&B, with tracks that explore themes of love, resilience, and identity.

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@SELENA GOMEZ...Selena Marie Gomez was born on July 22, 1992, in Grand Prairie, Texas. She began her career as a child actress on the children's television series Barney & Friends and gained fame as Alex Russo in the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place. Over the years, she transitioned into music, becoming a successful pop singer and songwriter, and has starred in various films and TV shows, including Only Murders in the Building. Gomez is also known for her philanthropic efforts and has been open about her health struggles, including lupus.

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