Deborah Oluwaseyi Joshua (born December 21, 1985) famously known by the stage name Seyi Shay is a Nigerian-based England-born singer, professional songwriter, and actress.
She wrote and produced three (3) songs for the soundtrack to the popular Konami video game, Crime Life: Gang Wars (2005).
Real Facts About Seyi Shay
- Full Name: Deborah Oluwaseyi Joshua
- Stage Name: Seyi Shay
- Born: 21 December 1985
- Age 36 years old (2022)
- Gender: Female
- Place of Birth: Tottenham, London, United Kingdom
- State Of Origin: Osun State
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Children: Issa (daughter)
- Boyfriend: Wizkid (ex.)
- Occupation: Singer • Songwriter
- Net Worth: Not estimated yet.
Seyi Shay Early Life & Education
Seyi Shay was born to the family of Mr. and Mrs. Oluwaseyi Odedere on 21st December 1985. She was born and raised in Tottenham, London to Nigerian parents.
Her mother hails from the Northern part of Nigeria and her father is a full native of Ife, Osun State, South West, Nigeria.
Seyi Shay is born to a family of four, having three elder siblings (two brothers and a sister). She and her siblings were raised by their single mother. She grew up in a religious setting and felt like a single child during her adolescence.
At age 2, Seyi Shay visited Nigeria together with her mother, where she got schooled at the Command High School in Maryland, Lagos before returning to London for her undergraduate studies.
She holds a degree in music (from a local UK College) and business management (University of East London).
Seyi Shay Career
Seyi Shay started her music career quite early at age 6. She received her motivation and support from her late mother, and also from her siblings who were also involved in music, each belonging to diverse musical groups.
At age 6, she had her first performance in her school with the backup of the school choral group. Later, at age 14, she performed for the London Community Gospel Choir (LCGC) in their worldwide voyage which embodied 13 cities in Japan.
In 2006, Seyi Shay signed her record deal with a record label, No Apology, and formed a UK-based girl band called Boadicea.
She was introduced to the popular Cecil Hammond, who signed her under the Flytime Music Label in Nigeria.
The following year, 2012, she released a single, Irawo which became a hit and amassed massive airplay in Nigeria. By this time, her net worth was the topic of discussion.
Later on, she left Flytime Music and signed an international record deal with Universal Island Records UK in July 2015 which distributes her music worldwide.
As a superstar vocalist, Seyi Shay has collaborated with several artists. She was featured by Wizkid; In Love, Mr. Walz in Paradise, Praiz in For You, Yarinya in Amir, and many more to mention.
Seyi Shay Discography
- Irawo (2012)
- Murda (2014)
- Seyi or Shay (2015)
- Electric Package (2018)
Seyi Shay Filmography
- Lara and the Beat (2018)
Seyi Shay’s Net Worth
