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Yaadman fka Yung L
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Yaadman, (fka Yung L) born Christopher Omenye, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and performer. He was introduced to music by his mother and learned to play instruments from church musicians. He formed the GRIP movement with fellow musicians while attending the University of Jos, but later left the group. He signed with Chocolate City Music and rose to international fame in 2017 with a feature on Major Lazer's "Run Up" remix. He has since released singles and an album with Chocolate City.
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