Mayorkun is one of Nigeria’s finest vocalists, songwriters, and pianists, currently signed to DMW record label.
OBO discovered him after releasing the cover of “The Money,” a song the singer originally released with Olamide. Mayorkun has released several hit songs in the Nigerian entertainment industry since 2016 when he signed with the record label.
This article would explore Mayorkun’s biography, age, early childhood, family, parents, marital status, education, career, net worth, social media handles, and anything else you want to know about him.
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Full name: Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel
Stage name: Mayorkun
Date of birth: March 23, 1994
Age: 26 years
Nationality: Nigerian
Place of birth: Osun State, Nigeria
Parents: Sunday Adewale (father), Toyin Adewale (mother)
Education: University of Lagos
Occupation: Singer, songwriter
Instruments: Vocals, piano
Net worth: $5 million
Biography
Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel (Mayorkun) was born on March 23, 1994, in Osun state. His father, Sunday Adewale, is an artist and film producer, while her mother, Toyin Adewale, is a famous Nollywood producer.
Mayorkun began his first primary studies at Living – Spring Montessori. After getting his first certificate of completion, he enrolled in college for secondary education. After secondary education, he gained admission to the University of Lagos, where he obtained a degree in accounting, where he graduated at the age of 22.
Career
Mayorkun discovered his musical talent at a very young age. He was part of his church choir and once said that he “learned the principles of music” around this time.
Before embarking on a professional musical career, Mayorkun previously worked as a banker. At one point, he wanted to quit his job because of music, a decision his mother vehemently opposed, a decision that banking was his calling. But his father supported the movement.
However, that all changed when the mayor’s mother learned of Davido’s invitation for her son to join his music label. She was there when Davido called him up and said, “Wow, that’s great; maybe you should try.”
Mayorkun’s first song on the label was Eleko’, a song that garnered over a million views within its release date. He has since released several songs, including “Che Che”, “Yawa”, “Mama”, “Sade”, “Fantasy” and many more.
Songs
Mayorkun has released several hit bangers and two studio albums since his debut into music. Some of his songs include
• Eleko
• Sade
• Yawa
• Che Che
• Love You Tire (ft Mr. Eazi)
• Mama
• Fantasy
• Bobo (ft Davido)
• Posh
• Sope
• Up to Something
• True (ft Kizz Daniel)
• Of Lagos
• Geng
• Hustlers Anthem
Betty butter ft Davido
Studio Albums and EPs
• The Mayor of Lagos (2018)
• Geng (EP) (2020)
Awards and Nominations
Mayorkun has won several numbers of awards and nomination, which includes:
• Rookie of the Year at the 2016 Headies Awards (won)
• Most Promising Act at the 2016 City People Entertainment Awards (won)
• Choice New Song of the Year at the 2016 Nigerian Teen Choice Awards (nominated)
• Best New Act at the 2017 Nigeria Entertainment Awards (won)
• Best New Act at the 2017 Soundcity MVPs (Nominated)
• Best Music Cover at the 2017 City People Entertainment Awards (won)
• Artiste of the Year at the 2018 City People Entertainment Awards (won)
• Next Rated at the 2018 Headies Awards (won)
• Best R&B/Pop Album for The Mayor of Lagos at the 2019 Headies Awards (won)
• Hip Hop World Revelation at the 2019 Headies Awards (won)
Personal life
Mayorkun is the first three children, born into a family of artists. His father, Sunday Adewale, is also a film producer and singer, while her mother, Toyin Adewale, is an experienced actress in the Yoruba film scene.
Little is known about his relationship life as he likes to keep such information away from media.
Net worth
As of 2020, Mayorkun’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.