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Chief Sandy Adeniyi Adegeye MFR (born 22 September 1946), known worldwide as “King Sandy Ade” is a Nigerian Juju singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He is considered one of the first African pop musicians to achieve international success and has been called one of the most influential musicians of all time.
In 1967, King Sunny Adé formed his own backing band, which eventually became known as the African Beats. In the 1970s, he achieved national success in Nigeria and founded his own independent label, Sunny Alade.
In 1982, King Sunny Adé signed with Island Records and achieved international success with the albums Juju Music (1982) and Synchro System (1983); the latter earned him a Grammy nomination, the first for a Nigerian artist.
His album Odu released in 1998 was also nominated for a Grammy Award. Kim Sunny Ade is currently the Chairman of the Nigerian Music Copyright Society.
Nigerian singer
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| Name: | Chief Sandy Adeniyi Adegeye |
| stage name: | King Sunny Ade |
| Date of Birth: | September 22, 1946 (77 years old) |
| place of birth: | Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria |
| country of origin: | Ondo State |
| Country of Citizenship: | Nigeria |
| high: | 1.75 m |
| parents: | Maria Adegye, Samuel Adeniyi Adegye |
| Brothers and sisters: | not applicable |
| Wife • Spouse: | 7 |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | not applicable |
| Children: | 15+ |
| Profession: | Musician • Actor |
| net worth: | $55 million |
Early life and education
Born in Osogbo, King Sanny Ade is a son of Nigerian royal families from Ondo and Akure, making him an Omoba of the Yoruba ethnic group. King Sanny Ade was born on September 22, 1946, to Samuel Adeniyi Adegeye, a church organist, and Maria Adegeye (née Adesida), a businessman.
King Sani Ade is 77 years old and still alive. He celebrates his birthday every September 22.
Being part of the Adesida dynasty, his mother’s relatives included her father, Oba Adesida I, who ruled Akure for 60 years. Later, they had her nephew and King Sani Ade’s cousin, Oba Adebiyi Adeboye Adesida Afonbiowo II, who also served as the King of Akure.
King Sunny Ade attended a grammar school in Ondo but dropped out after a few years to join the high-end Lagos band Federal Rhythm Dandies.
Profession
King Sanny Ade’s music career began in Lagos in 1960 when he joined singer Moses Olaiya’s band Federal Rhythm Dandies. Seven years later, the singer formed his own band, The Green Spots, which he later renamed African Beats and then Golden Mercury.
Known for his classic guitar playing and dance moves, King Sunny Adé has toured Africa, Europe and the United States. In 1982, he released his first album, Juju Music, on Island Records, followed a year later by his second album, Syncro System. The latter earned him his first Grammy nomination, and Odu, released in 1988, earned him his second.
Like some Yoruba artists, the music of this Afro-pop star features instruments such as guitar, vibraphone, harpsichord, talking drums, tenor guitar and hymns of the dignitaries, mostly documented from the oral tradition of the Yoruba tribe. He has collaborated with such notable stars as Stevie Wonder, Bola Abimbola, Wasiu Arabi Pasuma and Manu Dibango.
In addition to his illustrious music career, King Sanny Ade owns a nightclub, a studio for emerging musicians, a performing arts centre and a foundation. He also lectures at the Obafemi Awolowo University in Ife.
King Sunny Ade was awarded the national honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic in 2008 for his immense contribution to the world music scene and was inducted into the African Popular Music Hall of Fame in July 2009 at the African Music Festival in Brooklyn, USA.
His music has been featured in several Hollywood movies. In 1983, his songs were played in the movie “Breakout” and in the comedy series “One More Saturday Night” in 1986. In March 2017, he was appointed as an ambassador for “Change” by Nigerian Minister Ley Mohammed.
Personal life
Chairman King Sanny Ade’s marital status has always been a topic of interest among Nigerians. Considering his success and handsome appearance, many believe that he has what it takes to win the hearts of ladies.
Currently, the witchcraft master has seven women in his life. Although there are no details about his marriage to each woman on the Internet, one special thing about King Sunny Ade’s relationship with them is that he loves them equally and seems to like them very much.
In January 2018, the singer posted a photo of his seven wives on social media, sparking controversy and leading many netizens to believe that he was still in the long-standing polygamous culture. The photo was accompanied by a text message: “My women are obsessed with me Wednesday”, a photo that he was very excited about.
Talking about his children, singer King Sunny Adé has more than 15 children, all born to him and his wife. In 1989, when he released the controversial song “Wait for Me”, King Sunny Adé was already a father of 12 children. At the time of writing, the public is not aware of the number of his children, but the singer does have a lot of children, and they make up his vast empire.
Awards
King Sunny Adé has received numerous awards throughout his career. In November 2016, he was honored with the AFRIMA Award. In December 2016, he was inducted into the Hard Rock Cafe Hall of Fame.
Filmography
- Burnout (1983) (King Sunny Adé (Music))
- OC and stiggs (1985) (filmed in 1983) King Sunny Adé (music and appearance)
- Another Saturday Night (1986) King Sunny Adé (Music)
- Fifty (2015) King Sunny Ade (music and appearance)
Discography
- The most classic year (2003)
- Seven Degrees North (2000)
- Odu (1998)
- The Truth “Otito” (1985)
- Halo (1984)
- Retro (1984)
- Syncro System (1983)
- Syncro Series (1983)
- Witchcraft Music (1982)
- Mother (1982)
- Aje Nloba (1980)
- Jafenmi
- Mortimer
- Majaye Ouni
- Ase
- Olemin
- Let them talk
- Merciful God
- Moti Kolem Soliapata
- Oh, Loyami
- Odu Oteyi Yato
- Samba
- Ariya
- Eidid and Mucho
- Kiniohende
- Eje Nolo Gba Ala Mi
net worth
Carving a niche in the Nigerian music industry and becoming a legend has always been a hot topic for this musician. With this, King Sunny Ade’s net worth is estimated to be $55 million.
Social Media
- Instagram @KingSunnyAde70
- Twitter @KingSunnyAde70
