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Favi
Background information
Birth nameFavour Chinedu Chukwuedu Ikemefuna
Born (1999-05-03) 3 May 1999 (age 25)
Lagos State, Nigeria
OriginDelta State, Nigeria
Genres
Occupation(s)Rapper, Songwriter, Entrepreneur
InstrumentVocals
Years active2015-Present
LabelsFineDope

Favour Chinedu Chukwuedu Ikemefuna (born May 3, 1999), widely known as Favi, is a Nigerian alternative hip hop rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is known as a pioneering figure in Nigeria's Alternative Hip-hop music scene, creating FineDope one of the country's earliest alternative hip-hop and Afroswing communities in 2018, and is widely regarded for his contributions to the genre, earning the nickname "Omo Oro" or “ọmọ ọ̀rọ̀” a Yoruba phrase meaning "son of wealth."[1]

Early life

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Favi was born on May 3, 1999, to an African music influenced family in the Bariga area of Lagos State[2] where he grew up and spent a significant amount of his childhood, but originally hails from Delta State. Influenced by Lagos's vibrant hip-hop and Afrobeat scenes, Favi began making music during his secondary school years. He later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in geography and regional planning from the University of Benin.[3][4]

Career

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On May 20, 2020, Favi debuted officially on streaming platorms with the release of "Flexxx".[5] On April 9, 2021, Favi released the EP Vibe and Vices, featuring a guest appearance from Nigerian artist and songwriter Huloo on the track Standard.[6][7] On February 22, 2022, Favi collaborated with renowned alternative hip hop rapper Psycho YP on "Friday Night." On August 17, 2022, the two artists collaborated again, this time with a guest appearance from singer and songwriter HotKid on "Crime."[2][8][9] On 29, November 2023 Favi released "OMO ORO."[10][11][12][13] The single was included in TooXclusive's Next Rated Songs of 2023.[14]

Omọ ọ̀rọ̀ & FineDope Community

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Notable Nigerian figures often receive nicknames or titles in their native languages to recognize their achievements. Favi, for example, has been bestowed with the Yoruba title "Omo Oro,"[15] meaning "Son of Wealth," in recognition of his significant contributions to the Nigerian music scene, particularly through his creation of the FineDope community in 2018. This community has been lauded by The Sun Nigeria in 2023 as one of Nigeria's "Music communities to watch" due to its impact on talent development.[16]

Discography

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Singles

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Title Details
Flexxx
Standard
Chi Chi
No Emotions
On Smash

Collaborative Eps

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Title Details
Family Business[17][18]

References

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  1. ^ David (2023-06-21). "How FineDope community is nurturing creativity and empowering talent". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-11-10.
  2. ^ a b Courage, Onyema (2022-08-20). "Future Sounds Vol.21 featuring Runda, Lisa Viola, Dabz, Kelvin Black and more". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  3. ^ "Fast-rising hip-hop artiste, Favi, unveils plans on new EP". The Sun.
  4. ^ "Nigeria's Hip-hop Artiste, Favi, Warms up on New EP – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-11-10.
  5. ^ "Spotify". open.spotify.com. Retrieved 2024-11-10.
  6. ^ "Act 1 Scene 1: Artistic journey of Huloo". Vanguard.
  7. ^ "Nigeria's Hip-hop artiste, Favi, warms up on new EP".
  8. ^ "Creative Manager, OVO breaks down new single by Favi featuring Psycho Yp, Hotkid". Vanguard Nigeria.
  9. ^ Kanmodi, Funmilayo (2022-08-20). "FAVI Features Psycho YP On Latest Single 'Crime' | LISTEN!". NotjustOk. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  10. ^ "Nigerian Artist Favi Explores Insight Into Life On New Single, "Omo Oro"". The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.). 2023-12-14. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  11. ^ Online, Tribune (2023-06-20). "Authenticity, ambition: Favi marks new era in career with new single 'Omo Oro". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  12. ^ Adeleye, Idris (2023-12-19). "'Omo Oro' By Favi | Stream Favi Songs". NotjustOk. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  13. ^ Online, Tribune (2023-06-20). "Authenticity, ambition: Favi marks new era in career with new single 'Omo Oro". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  14. ^ "Favi - Omo Oro". 2024-10-08. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  15. ^ Translingua (2024-06-28). "Meaning of Omo Oro in Yoruba". Hire Nigerian Translators. Retrieved 2024-11-10.
  16. ^ Charity, Nwakaudu. "How FineDope community is nurturing creativity and empowering talent". The Sun Nigeria.
  17. ^ Mix, Pulse (2022-01-17). "Psycho YP, Zilla Oaks and more set to feature on Favi's 3-track EP". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  18. ^ "Nigerian artiste Favi collaborates with music stars in 3-track EP". Vanguard Nigeria.
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