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About
Singer who has been hailed as a pioneer of Nigerian Fuji music, being widely credited with introducing instruments like keyboards and saxophone into the genre. He has released dozens of albums over the course of his long career, including Elo-Sora (1985), Legacy (1996) and Tribute To My Mentor (2011).
Before Fame
He fell in love with music at age 8 and began winning local music competition as a teenager.
Trivia
He became the first Fuji musician ever to perform at some of the world's most famous venues, including SOB's in Manhattan, New York.
Family Life
His real name is Olasunkanmi Wasiu Ayinde Marshal. He married a woman named Aisha and has a daughter named Fathia.
Associated With
He performed the song "Ultimate Story for the Gods" with rapper Olamide.
