Korede Bello is a
Nigerian singer and songwriter currently signed to one of the biggest
record labels in Nigeria, owned by a Nigerian, Mavin Records. He is best
known for his hit single "Godwin", a semi-gospel and pop song which
became a national anthem and topped many music charts across Nigeria.
Early life, education and career
Korede (English:"harvest") was
born in Lagos State, Nigeria, where he completed his primary and
secondary school education. He started performing at the age of 7 and
went by the stage name African Prince. While in primary
school, Korede Bello went on to write his first song after forming a
music group with a friend.He started music professionally by recording
songs in the studio while in secondary school, and eventually released
his first single "Forever". He studied Mass Communication at the
Nigerian Institute of Journalism and holds a Higher National Diploma
certificate. Korede Bello is an Associate Member of the Institute of
Information Management.
Mavin Records deal
After the release of his first single
which received relatively positive reviews, he was introduced to Don
Jazzy by his manager Casmir Uwaegbute after which they recorded some
songs together which got Don Jazzy impressed. On 28 February 2014, he
got signed to Mavin Records under which he has recorded popular songs
like "African Princess" and "Godwin" He is currently working on his
first studio album and cites Asa and 2face Idibia as people he draws
inspiration from.
Humanitarian Work
Korede Bello has overtime engaged in
several humanitarian activities such as the Project Pink Blue Walk for
Cancer awareness programme in Abuja, 2015 and 2011
Studio albums
- Belloved (2017)
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