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I was charging ₦5,000 per beat before fame – Flavour
Nigerian high-life superstar, Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour has recounted his humble beginning from Enugu in his journey to fame.
According to Flavour, his first work with a professional artist was with rapper Nigga Raw (now Mr. Raw) for whom he played the piano in the studio.
In a recent interview on In My Opinion Podcast, Flavour recalled how he approached Nigga Raw’s producer to teach him music production, and he was charged 1,000 naira weekly.
Flavour said he started learning music production until he was able to produce songs, and he started charging artists 5,000 naira per beat.
“From learning studio production to a producer. From there, I started doing jobs as a producer, and I charged 5,000 per beat,” Flavour narrated.
He also shared that he started accompanying Nigga Raw, who at the time, was one of the most famous artists in Eastern Nigeria to shows. Flavour later recorded the chorus to a Nigga Raw song that blew up in the East and gave his first glimpse of success.
The singer credited Nigga Raw with opening his eyes to what it means to be an artist.
“Nigga Raw was the guy that opened my eyes to what being an artist is about,” Flavour explained on the lessons he picked up from being a backup and spending time in the studio with Nigga Raw.
During the interview, Flavour shared how he contemplated what type of music he wanted to make between RnB and Highlife before deciding that RnB isn’t a profitable route, so he settled for Highlife Fusion.
Flavour recalled how he received a career-altering call from famous music marketer Obaino Music and made the journey from Enugu to Lagos in search of fame.
Flavour has been one of Nigeria’s most popular artists whose music has won him accolades and fans globally. He is well known for his ability to sing fluently in the Igbo language, was born in Enugu.
He began his music career at the age of 13; playing the drums for his church choir.
In 2005, Flavour released his debut album ‘N’abania’ through Obaino Music.
Since then, he has released eight albums. The projects include ‘African Royalty’, ‘Flavour of Africa’ (2020), ‘Awele’ (2018), ‘Ijele The Traveler’ (2017) and ‘Thankful’ (2014).
Others include ‘Blessed’ (2012), ‘Uplifted’ (2010) and ‘N’abania’ (2005).
Flavour has also established himself as a household name in the music industry.
Afrobeat stars Davido and Lojay have made the 2024 Billboard Honour Roll for their contributions to Chris Brown’s chart-topping hit ‘Sensational’.
Afrobeat musicians Davido and Lojay have earned a spot on the 2024 Billboard Honour Roll, a prestigious list celebrating top R&B and Hip-Hop records worldwide.
The two Nigerian stars made the Honour Roll for their contributions to American R&B singer Chris Brown’s track ‘Sensational’, which reached No. 1 on the Adult R&B Airplay Chart.
Davido and Lojay’s involvement in the project, which spanned from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024, marks a significant achievement for African artistes on the global music stage.
Lojay’s hit single ‘Monalisa’ saw even greater success when Chris Brown was featured on its remix, boosting its commercial performance.
Chris Brown has increasingly collaborated with Afrobeats artists, becoming one of the most influential foreign musicians in the genre.
His work with Nigerian stars, including Davido and Lojay, has further cemented the genre’s global reach and success.
Nigerian music stars Rema, Asake, and Omah Lay will headline the 2024 Promise Land Festival in Australia, performing alongside international artists.
Famous Nigerian music stars Rema, Asake, and Omah Lay are set to headline the 2024 Promise Land Festival in Australia.
The trio will join other international artists to deliver thrilling performances at the event, scheduled for 4th to 6th October 2024 at the Gold Coast.
Rema is set to perform on 5th October alongside American singers Jorja Smith, Fiji, and Miguel, adding his signature Afrobeats sound to the international lineup.
Meanwhile, Omah Lay and Asake will close out the festival on 6th October, sharing the stage with legendary American rapper Busta Rhymes.
The festival will also feature performances from popular acts such as The Compozers, Sarz, Seyi Vibez, Tiwa Savage, Victony, Ruger, BNXN, and Shallipopi.
Big Brother Naija’s Victoria revealed her wildest sexual experience during a ‘Truth or Dare’ game, admitting to engaging in a threesome.
Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate, Victoria, made a bold revelation during the housemates’ ‘Truth or Dare’ game on Monday.
The daring moment came when fellow housemate, Wanni, dared her to disclose her wildest sexual experience. Without hesitation, Victoria revealed that her wildest moment was engaging in a threesome.
The straightforward confession instantly sparked excitement and surprise among the other housemates, causing a wave of reactions throughout the house.
This dramatic moment is expected to become one of the most talked-about moments of the season, as fans eagerly await further developments in the game.
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