Charles Arthur Locko Samba is a Cameroonian singer, songwriter and music producer. He gained popularity with his debut single “Perfect girl”Released in 2014, it showcases his unique fusion of Afro-pop and R&B.
Rock’s music often reflects personal experiences and cultural themes, resonating with Cameroonian and international audiences.
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- Full name: Charles Arthur Locke Samba
- Nickname: Locke
- Date of birth: May 8, 1992
- Age: 32 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Douala, Cameroon
- Nationality: Cameroonian
- Occupation: Singer, songwriter, music producer
- Height: 1.75 m
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: N/A
- Religion: Not applicable
- Race: Not applicable
- Net worth: $1 million
early life and education
Locke is 32 years old and was born on May 8, 1992. He spent his early years in Douala and later moved to Yaounde. His parents played an important role in developing his musical talent. They encouraged him to explore various instruments from an early age. Locke learned to play piano and guitar, which laid the foundation for his career.
He attended LBA School and was actively involved in the school choir. After completing his studies, he graduated in 2010 and began pursuing music more seriously. Rock identifies as a Christian with Bantu roots, which influenced his musical style and lyrical themes.
personal life
Locke’s
Profession
Locko’s career officially began in 2010 when he began posting cover songs on YouTube. His breakthrough came with ” “Perfect girl” In 2014, this attracted widespread attention and led to him signing with Big Dreams Entertainment.
Following this success, he released his debut EP “Tian Zuo” In December 2015, it included “Margot” and “The History of Zero Romance”. In the following years, Locko collaborated with other artists such as Mr. Leo to create the hit song “supporter”further cementing his status in the music industry.
In addition to his recording career, Locko also participated in Coke Studio Africa in 2017, where he showcased his talents alongside other renowned artists.
Awards
- Camee Awards Best Singer
- Kami Awards for Best African Pop Vocalist
- Nominated for Best Newcomer at the Afrimma Awards
- Nominated for the Afrimma Award for Best Central African Male
- Nominated for the KR Awards Best Newcomer Award
net worth
Rock’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $1 million. His wealth is primarily derived from his successful music career, which includes album sales, streaming earnings, live performances, and collaborations with other artists and brands.
dispute
Throughout his career, Rock faced various controversies and rumors that affected his public image.
A major controversy arose when some critics accused him of plagiarism, claiming that certain elements of his songs were very similar to those of well-known artists. This sparked a debate within the music industry about the originality and influence of contemporary African music.
social media
- Twitter: @lockofficial
- YouTube: Locko Official
discography
- perfect girl (2014)
- Margot (2015)
- Ze Romance (2015)
- ndutu (2015)
- cloud nine (2020)
- bridge (2018)
