Ayo Solanke Profile and Discography

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Ayo Solanke

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Discography

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The Journey Still2018 • AlbumTracks: 13

The Journey Still2017 • AlbumTracks: 16

Singles⁸

Jesus O Jesus / Idinma / Phindukhulume (Medley)2022 • SingleTracks: 1

Jesus O Jesus2022 • SingleTracks: 1

God of Wonders (Radio Version)2019 • SingleTracks: 1

Amazing Love (Radio Version)2019 • SingleTracks: 1

God of Wonders2017 • SingleTracks: 1

Calvary2016 • SingleTracks: 1

Komalobe2014 • SingleTracks: 1

Pass Me Not (Semphete)2014 • SingleTracks: 1

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