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Banky W
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Participations

33
Co-Performer
129
Songwriter
119
Performer
1
Video Director
Bio
Olubankole Wellinton, popularly known as Banky W, is an award-winning Nigerian singer, songwriter, rapper, actor and politician. Banky began his music career in 2002, releasing his debut album "Back in the Buildin" in 2006 which was well received by fans and critics alike. He has released hit several singles and albums. In addition to his music career, Banky W has also established himself as a successful actor and politician. Banky W is regarded as one of the most influential and successful Nigerian artist.
Discography
Albums6
The Bank Statements
The Bank Statements2021 • AlbumTracks: 7
Songs About U
Songs About U2017 • AlbumTracks: 10
R & BW
R & BW2013 • AlbumTracks: 16
The W Experience
The W Experience2009 • AlbumTracks: 17
Mr. Capable
Mr. Capable2008 • AlbumTracks: 15
Back in the Buildin'
Back in the Buildin'2006 • AlbumTracks: 14
Singles16
Blessing Me - Banky W Remix
Blessing Me - Banky W Remix2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Jo
Jo2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Final Say
Final Say2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Whatchu Doing Tonight - Remix
Whatchu Doing Tonight - Remix2018 • SingleTracks: 1
Kololo
Kololo2017 • SingleTracks: 1
Blessing Me
Blessing Me2017 • SingleTracks: 1
Gidi Love
Gidi Love2016 • SingleTracks: 1
Mi Re Do - Cocoloso
Mi Re Do - Cocoloso2016 • SingleTracks: 1
Made for You
Made for You2016 • SingleTracks: 1
All I Want Is You
All I Want Is You2015 • SingleTracks: 1
High Notes
High Notes2015 • SingleTracks: 1
All for You
All for You2014 • SingleTracks: 1
Jasi
Jasi2013 • SingleTracks: 1
Yes/No
Yes/No2012 • SingleTracks: 1
Good Good Loving
Good Good Loving2012 • SingleTracks: 1
Low Key
Low Key2012 • SingleTracks: 1
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