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Flavour (musician)

Nigerian singer (born )

This article is about the Nigerian recording artist. For other uses, see Flavor.

Musical artist

Chinedu Okoli (born 23 November ), better known by his stage name Flavour N'abania or simply Flavour, is a Nigerian singer.

He began his musical career as a drummer for a local church.

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Flavour is popularly known across Africa and the world for his hit song "Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix)". He is currently signed to 2nite Entertainment.

In , he released his self-titled debut album N'abania. In , Flavour released his second studio album, Uplifted. It was supported by the singles "Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix)", "Adamma", and "Oyi Remix".

The album's success made Flavour one of Africa's most sought out artists. He was booked to perform at numerous concerts and social events following Uplifted's release.

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Early life

Flavour, who is well known for his ability to sing fluently in the Igbo language,[8] was born in Enugu State, southeastern region of Nigeria. His family is originally from Umunze in Orumba South LGA, Anambra State, southeast Nigeria.[9] Flavour began his music career at the age of 13 when he started playing the drums for his church choir in Enugu, in Enugu State.

The resident pastor at his church introduced him to a friend, Chris I. Ordor, the CEO of SoundCity Communications.[10]

In , Flavour was invited to join the company on an educational scholarship to study music.[10]

After three years of playing the drums, Flavour started playing the drums professionally.

In , he moved on from playing the drums and started playing the keyboard.[10] He also used to provide back-up vocals for other musicians at SoundCity.

Career

Career beginnings

At age 19, Flavour emerged into Nigeria's musical scene as a drummer and pianist for a local band in Enugu. After learning to play drums professionally, Flavour received an offer to perform at City Centre, Enugu.

The massive crowd there inspired him to gain new grounds and reach great heights. Flavour's educational background in music enabled him to learn music production from Dekumzy, Isi Charles and Nnachie.[11]

N'abania

In , Flavour released his debut album N'abania through Obaino Music. The album's success was relative and limited to Eastern Nigeria, particularly Enugu State.

Flavour collaborated with Mr Raw on the album's lead single titled "N'abania". The song was recorded at Kingsley Ogoro's music studio in Lagos, Nigeria.

Uplifted

Following the relative success of his debut album, Flavour released Uplifted in The album broke national barriers.[12][clarification needed] Lolhiphop Records, an established record label in South Africa, released the album after popular demand.

The album's top singles include "Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix)", "Adamma", and Oyi Remix" featuring Tiwa Savage.

Blessed

Blessed was released on 18 October through 2nite Entertainment and iROCKING LTD. The album is the successor to Uplifted. It is arguably Flavour's biggest album to date due to the number of producers who worked on it.

It was launched on the same day of Flavour's 2nite Club grand opening.[13]

In an interview with iROKTV, Flavour said: "I think I'm growing. This is my third album Now it's time to give them the music, like define myself. I have to be more mature with my music, lyrics and instrumentation wise. I worked with tons of producers and the whole production process made sense."[14]

Thankful

Thankful was released in December The album consists of 22 tracks and runs for one hour seventeen minutes.

Receiving generally positive reviews from music critics, it sold thousands of copies. The album features hit tracks such as the love ballad "Ololufe" featuring Chidinma and the fast-tempo Afro-pop song "Wake Up" feat. Wande Coal.[15]

Ijele – The Traveler

Ijele – The Traveller was released in The album contains 17 tracks, including one featuring Flavour's adopted son Semah G Weifur, a blind Liberian child who was spotted singing alone in a classroom,.[16]

In Flavour issued two singles, "Crazy love",[17] joining forces with Mama Africa Yemi Alade as Flavour Nabania,[17] and "Yemi Alade".[17]

Later that year, he released the traditional song "Awele",[17] featuring the Igbo traditional duo Umu Obiligbo.[17]

On December 4 , Flavour released his seventh studio album, titled Flavour of Africa, which has 16 tracks.[18][19]

Controversy

On 29 August , Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that Flavour was involved in a legal battle with Ghanaian duo Wutah, over the alleged theft of "Kwarikwa".

According to the article, "Kwarikwa" is an exact replica of "Kotosa", a song made by the aforementioned duo. The singing duo accused Flavour of stealing their song's rhythm, chorus, and tempo.[20]

Discography/Singles

  • Ashawo -
  • Ashawo Ghana -
  • Wiser -
  • Baby Na Yoka -
  • Virtuous Woman -
  • Awele ()
  • Unchangeable -
  • No One Like You -
  • Most High -
  • Good Woman -
  • Looking Nyash -
  • Berna -
  • Doings -
  • Egwu Ndi Oma -
  • Her Excellency -
  • Berna Reloaded -
  • Big Baller -
  • Levels -
  • My Sweetie -
  • Fearless -
  • Time To Party -
  • Awele -
  • Lets Dance -
  • Egwu Ukwu -
  • Life Is Beautiful -
  • Odumeje Powers -
  • Powers -
  • Ndi Ike -
  • I'm For Real -
  • Men Don Show Face -
  • Ovami -
  • Obianuju - [21]

Videography/ Albums

Awards and nominations

See also

References

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