There are different paths to success, and in the music industry, some artists are born with a silver spoon while others have a more difficult background.
The beauty of it all is that, irrespective of their respective backgrounds, these artists have defied the unique challenges of the music industry to achieve success.
Naeto C is one of the superstar rappers whose music shaped the late 2000s in Nigerian music.
Known for his smooth flows, effortless delivery, calm demeanor, and era-defining tag “yes boss,” Naeto C left his mark in Nigerian music.
The rapper’s classy demeanor might have been shaped by his illustrious background. He is the son of Kema Chikwe, Nigeria’s former Minister of Aviation, Former Ambassador to Ireland, and current National Women’s Leader of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
His father, Eze Herbert Chikwe, is a successful businessman and the founder of Somachi Investment.
Cuppy
Disc jockey and musician Cuppy is famous for her music, favourite pink-inspired fashion choices, and sense of humour.
Billionaire businessman and philanthropist Femi Otedola has the distinction of having his two daughters on this list. Cuppy’s sister, Tolani, is also a musician whose fusion of Pop, Soul, R&B, and Afrobeats has won her a following.
Tolani might not be as outgoing and popular as her sister Cuppy, but she’s just as rich.
L.A.X
Afrobeats star L.A.X is famous for his party-starting hits, which have defined his over a decade-long career.
The luxury his music oozes might have something to do with the fact that he’s the son of wealthy businessman Taiwo Olayinka Afolabi, who is the founder and current C.E.O of SIFAX Group, a conglomerate that deals in Maritime, Aviation, Haulage, Hospitality, Financial Services, and Oil and Gas.
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Here are 5 Nigerian artists with humble backgrounds.
Olamide
Nigerian hip hop icon Olamide Baddo‘s humble beginning is well documented in his music. His hit song ‘Anifowshe’ tells the story of harsh economic realities that saw his parent struggle to pay house rent and other bills.
This struggle would lead up to his success as he would go on to become one of Nigeria’s greatest musicians.
Timaya
Timaya‘s humble beginning is captured in his song ‘Plantain Boy’ where he recalls how he used to hawk plantain as a kid.
These struggles and pain motivated him to write music that rocketed him to fame and success.
Asake
Asake‘s father was a low-level local government staff and his mother was a small trader.
This humble beginning meant he had to start making a living off his talent of singing and dancing at a young age.
