Azeez Adeshina Fashola (born May 10, 1991) professionally known as Naira Marley is a successful Afrobeats rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is also known as the president of his controversial fan base, “Marlians”.
Naira Marley has carved a niche for himself in the indigenous (Yoruba) rap music scene of Nigeria and is considered one of the country’s pioneers of indigenous trap music.
Rising to fame after releasing his single, Issa Goal, featuring Olamide and Lil Kesh in 2017, he has released two successful music projects, Gotta Dance (2015) and Lord Of Lamba (2019).
Real Facts About Naira Marley
- Full Name: Azeez Adeshina Fashola
- Stage Name: Naira Marley
- Born: 10 May 1991 (age 31 years old)
- Place of Birth: Agege, Lagos, Nigeria
- State Of Origin: Lagos State
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Fashola
- Siblings: Shoddy Funds, Shubomi Fashola
- Children: Aishat Fashola, Simiat Fashola, Farouq Fashola, Fawaz Fashola
- Occupation: Rapper • Songwriter
- Net Worth: US$5 Million – US$10 million
Naira Marley Early Life & Education
Naira Marley was born to the Muslim household of Mr. and Mrs. Fashola in Agege, a suburb of Lagos State, where he was raised alongside his siblings Shuddy Funds and Shubomi Fashola, He is the first child of his parents.
Naira Marley migrated to the United Kingdom, at the age of eleven where he resumed his studies. He resided in Peckham, South London, England.
He would spend his teenage years and early twenties living in the country before moving back to Nigeria to pursue his music career.
Naira Marley completed his creché and primary school education at a top private elementary school in Agege.
He was educated at Peckham Academy, graduating with a distinction in Business.
He also studied Business Law at Christ the King Sixth Form College (formerly known as Crossways College).
Naira Marley Career
Naira Marley recorded and released his debut EP titled Gotta Dance in 2015. Before then, he had dropped his debut single, Marry Juana, featuring Max Twigz.
Naira Marley achieved the success that he had been dreaming of. The success came after he dropped Issa Goal, featuring Olamide and Lil Kesh. Released in December 2017, Issa Goal became the choice street pop song in the country, receiving massive airplay on radio stations and the speakers of clubs across the country. Issa Goal was used by the Super Eagles as their theme song at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Naira Marley Awards and Nominations
Naira Marley won the coveted Viewers Choice Award at the 2020 Soundcity MVP Awards with his hit song “Soapy”.
Soapy also earned singer nominations in the Song Of The Year and Best Pop Song categories at the Soundcity MVP Awards.
He also clinched a nomination for the Best Male Artiste category at the 2019 City People Music Awards.
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