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Nel Oliver
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Songwriter
Bio
Nel Oliver, born Finagnon Gbènoukpo Noël Ahouno, is a celebrated Beninese singer, composer, and producer widely known for his hit song "Baby Girl. He began his musical journey at 12, joining an orchestra, and later moved to France, where he established himself as a solo artist and sound engineer. Nel's 1981 hit "In the Heart of the ghetto" propelled him to fame, leading to collaborations with renowned artists and the founding of Spade Music Studio. Nel received numerous awards, including being knighted in the National Order of Benin and a trophy for best composition of Song for Peace among others. Beyond his musical achievements, he's actively involved in social causes, promoting health awareness.
Discography
Singles18
Impossible Love
Impossible Love2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Edjè Ka Chiré
Edjè Ka Chiré2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Hier encore
Hier encore2018 • SingleTracks: 1
Oluwa
Oluwa2015 • SingleTracks: 1
À ma fille
À ma fille2009 • SingleTracks: 1
Hymne à la conférence nationale
Hymne à la conférence nationale2005 • SingleTracks: 1
Baby Girl - Original
Baby Girl - Original1998 • SingleTracks: 1
You No Go Go (Original)
You No Go Go (Original)1998 • SingleTracks: 1
Wadjo
Wadjo1998 • SingleTracks: 1
Upheaval
Upheaval1998 • SingleTracks: 1
Djomido
Djomido1998 • SingleTracks: 1
I Belong to You
I Belong to You1998 • SingleTracks: 1
Africa Babawa
Africa Babawa1985 • SingleTracks: 1
In the heart of the Ghetto (Roots Version)
In the heart of the Ghetto (Roots Version)1984 • SingleTracks: 1
Ants in Your Pants
Ants in Your Pants1980 • SingleTracks: 1
Mama Mother
Mama Mother1980 • SingleTracks: 1
I Have A Good Job
I Have A Good Job1980 • SingleTracks: 1
The Trip
The Trip1976 • SingleTracks: 2
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