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Blaqbonez
Emeka Akumefule, known professionally as Blaqbonez, is a Nigerian rapper signed to Chocolate City. Blaqbonez is popularly known for his distinct rap style as well as his creative ingenuity. In 2019, he was profiled by ''The New York Times'' as one of the new guards of Nigerian music. He is widely known for his controversial self-proclaimed status as the "Best Rapper in Africa" (abbreviated as "BRIA"), which became the most talked about topic in the Nigerian hip hop space between July and September 2019. After carving out one of rap's most loyal fan bases, Blaqbonez unleashed his debut album “Sex Over Love” to a public that was more than ready to receive it. His unorthodox approach and humorous personality, resonated with the younger generation, and earned him co-signs from the likes of Wizkid and Burna Boy. Early life and career Emeka was born on 29 January 1996, to an Igbo family, and grew up exposed to the Yoruba and Urhobo culture in Nigeria. Blaqbonez hails from Imo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sex Over Love
''Sex Over Love'' is the first studio album by Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez. It was released on 30 April 2021 by Chocolate City (record label), Chocolate City. The album features guest appearances from Joeboy, Nasty C, Bad Boy Timz, 1Da Banton, Tiwa Savage, Superboy Cheque, Mayorkun, Amaarae, Bnxn, Buju, PsychoYP, A-Q and Laycon. Background On 26 April 2021, the album's release date was announced. On 2 May, Blaqbonez was featured in an interview on Channels TV, Channels Television and ''The Guardian (Nigeria), The Guardian'' which he talked about the album. Artwork The artwork is a toon-paint like art of him wearing a purple tuxedo sitting on a date with no date holding flowers, made by Nigerian artist Anthony Azekwoh. Promotion The album's third track, "Bling" featuring Amaarae and Buju, was released on 9 April 2021. The music video for the song was released on 23 April 2021. The ninth track, "BBC (Remix)" featuring Tiwa Savage, was released on 10 February 2021. The music vi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |