Official Genius Biography: Age, Wikipedia, Net Worth, Songs, Photos, Career, Spouse

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Uyiosa Ikponmwosa Samson (born June 21, 2003) is one of the latest trailblazers in the Nigerian music industry.

The Edo-born artist, who goes by the stage name Official Genius, is a singer and songwriter.

He took the industry by surprise when he released his debut song titled Erima.

The single was a huge success and established Official Genius as an artist to watch out for.

He released a six-song EP, Helicon, which continues to make people praise his talent.

In June 2020, he solidified his status as an African music star with his debut album, Kamikaze.

The project has been a huge success and is currently being played on many radio stations in Southern Nigeria.

Nigerian singer

Official Genius
Official Genius: History, Bio, Photos
Wiki facts and figures
Name:	Uyiosa Ikponwosa Samson
stage name:	Official Genius
Date of Birth:	June 21, 2003 (21 years old)
place of birth:	Benin, Edo, Nigeria
country of origin:	Edo State
Country of Citizenship:	Nigeria
parents:	The Uiosa family
Children:	not applicable
high:	not applicable
Brothers and sisters:	not applicable
Girlfriend • Spouse:	Mai
Profession:	Singer • Composer
net worth:	$120,000

early life

Guan Caizi was born into the Uyiosa family in Edo.

He came into this world on June 21, 2003.

When he was eight days old, his parents named him Uyiosa Ikponmwosa Samson.

The meaning of the name Ikponmwosa is I thank the LordHe is from the Bini tribe and was born in Benin City.

Growing up, he was called Ikponmwosa by his parents, extended family members and close friends.

He was born into a Christian family and grew up in the same faith, which is why his parents originally named him Samson.

He first became interested in music when he heard the humming of birds in the trees near his home and the accompaniment of some popular songs. A desire to pursue music was born deep in his heart. He was only nine years old at that time.

He spent his formative years in Benin, developing a growing interest in music and was influenced by pop, hip-hop and African music artists.

Furthermore, it was during this period that he started liking songs released by artists like A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Rick Ross, 2Baba, Burna Boy, and Wizkid.

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Official Genius’ parents came from a middle-class background and ensured that he received a quality education.

After five years of studying at a primary school in Benin City, he obtained his first secondary school certificate.

He started and completed his high school education at Wenrose Secondary School in Benin. Six years later, he graduated from the school with honors, obtaining the West African School Certificate.

To pursue higher education, he was admitted to Auchi Polytechnic to study Mass Communication and Journalism.

Profession

Official Genius spent much of his teenage years honing his craft. Early in his career, he decided to bring in elements of different genres to develop his own unique and original sound.

After years of working underground and learning the ropes of the business, Official Genius decided to start his professional music career in 2020. He did so by releasing his debut single, Erima. The song was warmly received by music lovers in Benin.

Inspired by this success, he went on to create a six-song EP titled Helicon. The EP was released in March 2020 and included songs such as Shade, Déjà vu, Joro, Letter To Ese, Helicon and Manya in the playlist.

With the EP going viral on radio stations across the South-South, Official Genius decided to keep going and began working on his debut album. After weeks of hard work in the studio, the album was released in June 2020.

The album, titled KAMIKAZE, contains 21 tracks and features works from some of the best artists from around the world, including Nigeria, South Africa, Jamaica, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Discography

Elima
shadow
Yoro
Deja vu
Letter to Esther
Spiral hole
Manya
About KK21
In my feeling
I know all
external
lifetime
Eddie
Uptown Vibe
leave
water
tonight
Galore
Wynn
desire
Now
Okinawa
Positive atmosphere
Different
I know you know (IKYK)
Stay with me
KK21 Ending

Awards and nominations

In recognition of his creativity, Official Genius won the 2020 Fast Growing Artist Award organized by the Joker Awards.

Official Genius has been nominated for the 2021 Evolution Award.

Social Media

The rising star, ‘Official Talent’, is a popular figure on social media with thousands of fans following his content.

Currently, he has 79.8k active followers on his Instagram page.

Instagram account: _officialgenius
Twitter account: _officialgenius

Personal life

The talented artist Official Genius turned 19 years old on June 21, 2021. He currently resides in Benin City where he is actively developing his career. Official Genius, who has a dark complexion, is a handsome young man, which is why many of his female fans are obsessed with him.

However, the young artist Official Genius is currently in a serious relationship with a beautiful lady named Mai. His girlfriend is very supportive of his career and showers love on him as he does on her.

Official Genius is considered a poet by some fans due to the poetic lyricism of his songs, and his engaging instrumental performances are also appreciated.

Not long ago, he released a cover version of 2Pac’s song “Do For Love” to his fans on Instagram.

He is an independent artist and is not signed to any major record label yet. However, he is managed by Smooth Entertainment. So far, he has released 27 songs, which is an amazing achievement for a new artist.