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Few figures in Nigerian popular music have moved from local breakout energy to global recognition with the same momentum. Raised in a military household with constant relocation across Nigeria and time in the United Kingdom, D'banj developed a wide cultural view early.
Serious movement into music began in the mid-2000s through Mo’ Hits Records with Don Jazzy, a label that reshaped mainstream direction at the time. The debut "No Long Thing" introduced "Tongolo," followed by "Rundown Funk U Up" and "The Entertainer," with "Fall in Love" expanding reach across Nigeria. "Oliver Twist" later pushed international attention, opening doors to GOOD Music under Kanye West’s imprint and wider global visibility.
After Mo’ Hits ended, his DB Records became his base for independent releases and brand control, including "King Don Come" and collaborations across regions. His work spans endorsements, entrepreneurship, media, plus recognitions like MOBO, World Music Awards, Headies, and UN Youth Ambassador.
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