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Yinka Ayefele

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Bio

Yinka Ayefele is a Nigerian gospel musician, singer-songwriter, and radio personality. He is known for his unique blend of Yoruba traditional music with contemporary gospel music. He has released several albums, including "Fresh Glory" and "Broken but not destroyed." Later, he was involved in a car accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Despite this setback, he continues to produce and perform music.

Discography

Albums⁷

So Far so Good2022 • AlbumTracks: 4

Manifestation2021 • AlbumTracks: 3

Living Testimony2017 • AlbumTracks: 5

Fresh GloryNaN • albumTracks: 20

UpliftmentNaN • albumTracks: 21

Prayer PointNaN • albumTracks: 24

YinkaNaN • albumTracks: 9

Singles¹

Beyond The Limits2019 • SingleTracks: 3

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