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Remi Aluko
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Remi Aluko, popularly known as Igwe of Fuji, is a Nigerian Fuji musician born in Ebute Metta, Lagos state in 1977. Despite being from a Christian family, he started his career in Fuji music at a young age of 15 and became a well-known singer among the Yoruba community. Remi Aluko has released several hit albums, with his first album, "Celebration," released in 1995. He is known for his talent in creating beats, and his music has earned him a significant following, with many of his songs trending online. In 2012, he faced an eyesight issue, which he overcame to continue his musical career.
Discography
Albums6
Omo Olosho
Omo Olosho2020 • AlbumTracks: 2
Real
Real2018 • AlbumTracks: 17
Omo Aye
Omo Aye2016 • AlbumTracks: 2
Ese Mi Owo Bata Toje
Ese Mi Owo Bata Toje2014 • AlbumTracks: 2
Baba Be
Baba Be2014 • AlbumTracks: 2
4 Pillar B
4 Pillar B2014 • AlbumTracks: 2
Singles14
Omode Olowo
Omode Olowo2023 • SingleTracks: 1
Trust
Trust2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Brutality
Brutality2020 • SingleTracks: 3
Special Mopol
Special Mopol2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Omoadugbo
Omoadugbo2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Inside Life
Inside Life2019 • SingleTracks: 1
Omo Tonso
Omo Tonso2016 • SingleTracks: 1
Special Day
Special Day2016 • SingleTracks: 1
Figure 8
Figure 82016 • SingleTracks: 1
Ajo Doba
Ajo Doba2016 • SingleTracks: 1
Oleku
Oleku2014 • SingleTracks: 1
Indomie
Indomie2014 • SingleTracks: 1
Omo Adugbo
Omo Adugbo2014 • SingleTracks: 2
Boba Kan Oku
Boba Kan Oku2013 • SingleTracks: 1
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