CKay Biography

CKay was born on July 16, 1995 in Kaduna, Nigeria. He hails from Anambra state and is of Igbo origin. His dad a choir conductor introduced him to music at a tender age and he started writing and producing his own music by 13. He laid the foundation for his future career.

Career

In 2014 he moved to Lagos to pursue music. He started as a production intern at Chocolate City Music in 2015. His talent and dedication was evident and he was signed to the label officially. During his time at Chocolate City he honed his skills as a producer and songwriter and worked on several projects and collaborated with other artists.

CKay’s career reached new heights with the release of “Love Nwantiti” in 2019. The song went viral on TikTok and got international acclaim. The song got multiple remixes and topped charts worldwide. “Love Nwantiti” became the first African song to hit 1 billion streams on Spotify, making CKay a global music icon.

Recent Works

After the success of “Love Nwantiti” CKay kept the momentum going. He released his debut album “Sad Romance” in 2022 which was a blend of Afrobeat, R&B and pop. The album got good reviews and further proved his versatility as an artist. He has also collaborated with international artists and expanded his fanbase beyond the African music scene.

Influence and Impact

CKay’s unique sound and global appeal has made him a big name in the Afrobeat scene. He is able to blend traditional African sounds with contemporary music and that resonates with a wide audience. As he keeps producing and releasing new music CKay’s influence will continue to grow and inspire the next generation of artists.

Net Worth

CKay’s net worth is estimated to be $4 million (approximately ₦6.8 billion). This is majorly from his music career; streaming, shows and endorsements. The success of “Love Nwantiti” contributed greatly to his wealth, the song generated a lot of revenue from different digital platforms.

Personal LifeDespite his growing popularity CKay keeps his personal life private. He always talks about his love for music and how he wants to connect with his fans through his craft. He sometimes gives his fans a peek into his life on social media but he is focused on his music and still growing as an artist.