Aituaje Iruobe is a talented Nigerian singer, songwriter, actor and philanthropist.
Her exceptional singing skills and ability to adapt to various musical genres make her a prominent figure in the industry.
Throughout her successful career, she has effortlessly navigated R&B, pop, soul, rock, blues and hip-hop soul. Her versatility and passion for music continue to captivate audiences around the world.
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- Full name: Aituaje Iruobe
- Stage name: Waje
- Date of Birth: September 1, 1980.
- Age: 43
- Birthplace: Akure, Ondo State
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Occupation: singer, songwriter, actor,
- Height: 1.78 m
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Iruobe.
- Siblings: Ifeanyi Iruobe and Amaka Iruobe
- Spouse: Single
- Children: Emerald Iruobe.
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: $1.7 million,
Early life and education
Waje (born 1 September 1980) was born in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. She spent her childhood in Benin City as the eldest daughter and first child of her parents who moved there.
Although she faced problems with her parents’ divorce at a very young age, she overcame these problems. There is no information about her siblings. However, they may be known as Mr. and Mrs. Iruobe.
Waje went on to study at the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where she excelled in her studies and obtained a degree in social work.
However, Vaye’s passion for music has not wavered, and she actively participates in various school concerts and social activities, showing her amazing talent. In order to hone her skills and improve her musical ability, she is keen to listen to the songs of famous singers such as Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin, drawing inspiration from their extraordinary artistic talents.
Profession
She began her music career in 2007 while studying at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. She rose to prominence by participating in numerous free shows and concerts.
In 2008, she gained recognition for her role in P-Square’s hit song “Do Me”, which became a hit in Africa and parts of Europe. She also participated in Advanced Warning, a reality show showcasing emerging artists, and was eventually ranked second. The competition was organized by MTV Base and Zain Nigeria in South Africa.
In 2013, talented Nigerian artist Waje burst onto the music scene with the release of his much-anticipated debut album, WAJE. Not only did the album receive widespread acclaim from critics, it also resonated with fans and achieved significant commercial success.
For this endeavor, Waje has won several awards, including Best Female Artist and Album of the Year at the prestigious Nigerian Entertainment Awards, a testament to her exceptional talent and hard work. Waje continues to achieve success by captivating audiences with her back-to-back albums, Red (2018) and WAJE 2.0 (2022). These CDs showcase her artistic development and diversity, and she
Awards and nominations
- South-South Award for Best Vocal Performance
- Nigeria Entertainment Awards Best Female Singer
- Deafa Africa-Europe Entertainment Awards Best African Show
- Hip Hop World Award for Best Female Vocalist
- Won the Best Reggae/Dancehall Music Award for the song “I Hope”.
- Dynamix Award for Best Newcomer
- Headies Best Singer Award
- City People Award for Best R&B Female Singer
- Nigeria Entertainment Awards Newcomer of the Year
- Headies Best Female Vocalist
- Headies Best R&B Single
- Exquisite Lady of the Year Award for Best Female Vocalist of the Year
- Nigeria Music Video Awards Best Contemporary African Video
Social Media
- Instagram: @officialwaje
- Twitter: @OfficialWaje
- Facebook: @WajeMusic
- YouTube: WajeMusic
- TikTok: @wajemusic
Personal life
A resilient and determined woman, Vaj took on the role of a single mother to raise her beloved daughter, Emerald. Although Vaj gave birth to Emerald at the age of 18, she prioritized her daughter’s growth and career development over pursuing marriage.
Although she is open to marriage, she firmly believes that it is not something that can be rushed. Instead, Waje is putting all her energy into building a successful business and providing a nurturing environment for her precious daughter.
Discography
- Waje
- Red Velvet
- WAJE 2.0
Here is the EP list of Waje:
Here are some of Waje’s hits:
- “love me”
- ‘The naked truth’
- “Copolongo”
- “All day”
- “I’m Available” (with Yemi Alade)
- “Vibes” (feat. Falz)
- “Frenemies” (feat. 2Baba)
- “Ngwa” (with Zoro)
- “This Christmas”
- ‘Best thing’
- “Chinese” (feat. OchoForeign)
net worth
Waje’s net worth is a whopping $1.7 million, earned from her success as a singer, songwriter, and actress.
She has had a brilliant career, releasing several albums and singles, and has won many awards such as the Headies Award for Best Female Artist and the Nigeria Entertainment Award for Best Pop Single. In addition, Waje has also demonstrated her acting talent in various forms such as appearing in movies and TV shows.
