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Adey
First Name: Adegboyega
Other Names: Ebije-Ikwue
Last Name: Ogunlesi
Stage Name: Adey
Country: Nigeria
Born: 1920
Primary Language: English

Participations

39
Producer
30
Songwriter
7
Co-Producer
Bio
Adegboyega Ikwue Ogunlesi, known as Adey, is a Lagos-born music prodigy with a decade-long impact on the Nigerian music scene. Abandoning Engineering studies in America, he returned to Nigeria to pursue his passion for music, becoming renowned for collaborating with top Nigerian brands. Adey's prowess as a producer shone through with the chart-topping track "Juice" for Ycee, solidifying his reputation. Moreover, he significantly influenced the young alternative music scene in Nigeria. In a remarkable turn, Adey showcased his vocal talents in 2017, teaming up with Olamide and Femi Kuti for the captivating hit "Oluwa Wavy." His lovely and professional approach has left an enduring impression, inspiring and elevating the industry's creative landscape.
Discography
Albums7
Erima
Erima2020 • AlbumTracks: 1
Akiba
Akiba2020 • AlbumTracks: 4
Oluwawavy
Oluwawavy2017 • AlbumTracks: 1
Cigarette
Cigarette2017 • AlbumTracks: 1
Bad
Bad2017 • AlbumTracks: 1
Dirty Diego
Dirty Diego2017 • AlbumTracks: 1
The Last Avatar (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
The Last Avatar (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)2014 • AlbumTracks: 14
Label
Record Label associated with Adey - past and current.
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