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Atawewe

First Name: Sulaimon

Other Names: Adio

Last Name: Oladele Oyeneye

Stage Name: Atawewe

Country: Nigeria

Born: 1972

Primary Language: Yoruba

Other Languages: English

Bio

Sulaiman Adio Oladele Oyeneye, famously known as Atawewe or the "Duke of Fuji," has earned a place and stood out in the Fuji music scene. His nickname, meaning "Small Pepper," stems from his lively nature and petite frame, a playful jab from his primary school teacher that stuck. Starting his career at an early age during Ramadan festivities, he gained recognition after winning a "Were" music competition. Despite initial opposition from his father, who was an Apala musician, Sulaimon saw music as his inheritance. His journey hasn’t been without challenges; a 1996 arrest nearly derailed his career. However, he turned the setback into fuel, earning the "Duke of Music" title in 2001. With eight albums and a legacy in progress, Atawewe remains a Fuji icon.

Discography

Albums⁶

Want you to Know2019 • AlbumTracks: 2

Public Figure2017 • AlbumTracks: 4

Packaging2017 • AlbumTracks: 2

World wide2017 • AlbumTracks: 2

Common Sense2017 • AlbumTracks: 2

Free World2017 • AlbumTracks: 2

Label

Record Label associated with Atawewe - past and current.

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