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Discovering Spyro: 7 Facts About Nigeria’s Latest Hitmaker

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, Ghana Street Journal

Nigerian singer Spyro, born Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, has taken the music scene by storm with his unique blend of Afrobeats, dancehall, and Afro-pop.

Here are some exclusive facts about this rising star:

Early Life and Education:

Birth: Spyro was born on October 1, 1990, in Lagos State, Nigeria.

Education: He attended New Mainland Children’s School for his primary education and Model College, Meiran, for his secondary education. He later graduated from the University of Ibadan.

Musical Beginnings:

Church Choir: Spyro’s passion for music began in his church choir, where he honed his vocal skills.

Professional Debut: He officially started his music career in 2017 as an independent artist under TAP Music Entertainment.

Breakthrough Hits:

“Billing”: Released in July 2022, this single gained widespread recognition and was listed on Apple Music’s Top 100.

“Who is Your Guy?”: Released in November 2022, this song became a massive hit, topping charts in several African countries and earning a remix featuring Tiwa Savage in March 2023.

Awards and Recognition:

Headies 2023: The remix of “Who is Your Guy?” won the award for Best Collaboration.

AFRIMMA 2023: The song was also nominated for Best Collaboration and won.

Personal Life:

Family: Spyro comes from a family of four, including his parents and a younger sibling.

Relationships: He is currently single and has not disclosed any romantic relationships.

Philanthropy and Social Impact:

Community Engagement: Spyro is known for his philanthropic efforts, using his platform to support various causes and give back to his community.

Future Plans:

Touring: In May 2023, Spyro announced a UK and Europe tour, set to cover 12 cities in the UK and about 20 European cities.

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