Yemi Alade birth name Yemi Eberechi Alade is a songwriter, Afropop singer, Nigerian activist and actor.
She rose to fame with the single “Johnny” on Efizzy Records.
Nigerian singer-songwriter
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| Name: | Yemi Eberechi Alade |
| stage name: | Yemi Alade |
| Date of Birth: | March 13, 1989 (35 years old) |
| place of birth: | Lagos State |
| country of origin: | Ondo State |
| Country of Citizenship: | Nigeria |
| Profession: | Singer, songwriter |
| Boyfriend • Husband: | Alexx Ekubo (Rum) |
| Record Company: | Efizzy Records |
| net worth: | USD 1 million – USD 5 million |
background
Yemi Alade was born into a multi-tribal family in Nigeria; she was raised by her parents, James Alade (father) and Helen Uzoma (mother).
Her father, James Alade, a native of Odo State and a former Commissioner of Police, and her mother, Helen Uzoma, a native of Abia State – are both Nigerian, Yoruba and Igbo. Yemi Alade confirmed that she learnt two languages from her parents.
She was born on March 13, 1989.
educate
Yemi Eberechi Alade completed her secondary education at Victory Grammar School, Ikeja, Lagos in 6 years, after which she attended the University of Lagos to obtain a degree in Geography.
Profession
When Yemi Eberechi Alade entered the music industry, she was still a student at the University of Lagos.
Her debut album, King of Queens, was released on October 2, 2014. The album features collaborations with many famous music artists and producers such as Young D, Selebobo, Mr Chidoo, Philikeyz, Fliptyce, Beat Nation, and more.
Before releasing her debut album, she had hit singles like Johnny, Kissing, Tangerine. These singles attracted artists like Phyno, Chidinma, Bovi, Selebobo, R2Bees and Diamond Platnumz. She is promoting her new album by touring Kenya, Ghana and South Africa.
Almost two years after the release of her first album, Yemi Alade announced the release of another album titled “Mama Africa” which was released on March 25, 2016. The song focuses on the vulnerability and strength of African women.
The album is a blend of high society, Afropop, R&B, hip-hop and pop. Yemi Alade said recording the album was difficult because she had to travel to different countries every day. She also said that the purpose of recording the album was to “record the whole of Africa on one CD.”
Yemi Alade revealed to Fader magazine that she collaborated with artists from West Africa, East Africa and South Africa. She invited GospelOnDeBeatz, Selebobo, DJ Coublon, Philkeyz, BeatsByEmzo, Rotimi Keys, Masterkraft and Mr. Chidoo to produce the album.
Mama Africa welcomed guests from Sarkodie, P-Square, Sauti Sol, Dj Arafat, Rotimi Keys, Flavour N’abania and Selebobo.
Yemi Alade’s third studio album, Black Magic, was released on December 15, 2017. The album is a follow-up to her 2017 EP Mama Africa, and also features guest appearances from Falz and Olamide.
Discography
Prior to the release of her third album, she participated in Shell’s Make The Future event in Nigeria. Yemi Eberechi Alade became the first person of her kind in Africa to reach 1 million YouTube subscribers.
On August 30, 2019, her fourth album, Iron Woman, was released. She described the album as “a buffet with all kinds of food and drink.” The song reflects her strong desire to get the same respect as men. She released the album after realizing that she is a superhero.
In recent years, Alade has signed licensing deals with many giant brands such as UMA and UMG, and has received a large number of contracts and ambassadorships from different brands and companies.
Yemi Eberechi Alade released another hit single titled “True Love” on August 5, 2020, the song was produced by Vtek.
Album
- King of Queens 2014
- Africa Mom 2016
- Black Magic 2017
- Iron Woman 2019
singles
Filmography
- Home (Movies) 2019
- Black is King 2020
Awards and nominations
- Africa Prize
- MTV Africa Music Awards
- MTV Europe Music Awards
- SoundCity MVP Award
- Independent Music Awards
- Betting Bonus
- Nigeria Entertainment Awards.
Personal life
Yemi Alade is yet to be married and there is no real information about her regular partner but she has been linked to some other celebrities in her life.
After her hit song “Johnny” came out, she got in touch with actor Alexx Ekubo who played the role of the sweet kid in the video.
net worth
Yemi Alade, who calls herself “Mama Africa,” has an estimated net worth of between $1 million and $5 million.
Social Media
- Instagram: @yemialade
- Twitter: @YemiAlade
- Phone number: Not available
