Yemi Alade is not an average woman with an average success story; she is much beyond of all this, which is why she is only on an upward trend of growth and success in her life and career. She is one-of-a-kind and much respected Nigerian Afro-pop singer and songwriter, who has given major hits in her career in the form of singles, four albums and one EP. She is a verified artist and has shown her incredible energy and vibe as a performer on stage, touring across Africa, Europe, and the US and collaborating with some of the best artists in the music space.
Yemi, is also an actress and considered an all-round entertainer. Nicknamed as “Mama Africa,” Yemi Alade is a two-time BET Awards nominee for Best International Act Africa (2015 & 2016 ), a two-time nominee for MOBO Awards for Best International Act 2014 and 2015, a back to back Winner MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) for Best Female 2015 and 2016.
Yemi is the first african female Afro-pop star to hit over 100 million Youtube views. In 2020, Yemi became a UNDP Goodwill Ambassador and created her own charity named Jame and Helen PathWay FoundationHer successes in music also helped her gain several endorsements and ambassadorship, which also led her to be featured on top media covers and outlets around the world.
From emerging as a winner of her debut TV show in 2009 called Peak Talent Show to becoming a sought-after artist in the industry with her songs like Johnny, On Top of the World, Don’t Jealous Me, My Power, Handle It, Deceive, Tumbum, Bum Bum and her newest single “My Man” featuring Kranium.
“My Man” which is set to be a hit this summer is a song about love, Intimacy and Loyalty. The fusion of afrobeats with the reggae sound is a cross continental collab.
Yemi Alade (https://www.yemialadeofficial.com/) has truly become an inspiration to many other women out there worldwide. To find out more through her Instagram @yemialade.
