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Tonye Garrick
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Tamunotonye Garrick, also known as Tonye Garrick, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter whose early years were shaped by a love for music, dance, and theatrical arts across various countries. After gaining recognition with her emotionally charged acapella song 'What About Us' in 2010, she made a full transition from her corporate career to pursue music in 2013. Drawing inspiration from legends such as Whitney Houston and Janet Jackson, her debut single, 'Insane (Wèrè Nìyẹn)," released in 2012, showcased her eclectic, sultry, and expressive musical style. Notably, her marriage-themed single "Ari Belema" received a nomination at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards.
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