Samson Ebosetale (born November 22),[1] known professionally as ICent, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.[2] In 2023, he won the Song of the Year and Artist of the Year at the Turkey African Recognition Awards (TARA).[3][4]
ICent | |
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| Birth name | Samson Ebosetale |
| Born | November 22 |
| Origin | Edo State, Nigeria |
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| Years active | 2014–present |
| Labels | Ice Nation records |
Early life and education
editICent was born on 22 November in Edo State, Nigeria. He attended Ambrose Ali University,[5] where he studied Accounting and attributes his passion for to the influence of traditional Nigerian music all around him growing up like 2Baba and Jay Z.[6]
Music career
editICent began his musical journey in Edo performing at local events, honing his craft ad from church choir.[7] [8] His breakthrough came with the release of his single "Robo," featuring Olamide, and plugged by Olaitan Salaudeen[9] which gained popularity for its catchy rhythm and relatable lyrics.[10] Following this success, ICent released other singles, including "Odo," "Body," "Energy," "Hello," "Squeeze Me," "Big Man," "Lala," and "Long Time.[11][12]
Discography
editEP
editSingle
editReferences
edit- ^ Zaga, General (2021-11-01). "ICent Biography and other things you need to know about him". Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ Nurudeen (2018-10-30). "Icent returns with music video for his single "Robo" ft. Olamide". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ "ICent Wins Artiste of the Year at 2023 TARA Awards – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ Grace, Ihesiulo (2023-12-09). "ICent Shines at the 2023 Turkey Africa Recognition Awards, Winning Artiste of the Year". DAILY TIMES Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ Aproko247 (2018-02-06). "Why I'm Not Gospel Artiste–Icent". Aproko247 Magazine. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "ICent - monthly listeners and total stream count". www.musicmetricsvault.com. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ mybiohub (2016-07-20). "i Cent TB Biography | Nigerian Artiste". MyBioHub. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ Onikoyi, Ayo (November 19, 2023). "ICent mesmerises fans at "The Love Concert" in Istanbul, earns nominations". vanguardngr.
- ^ "How MuchMusic LessTalk Shapes the Future of Nigerian Music – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ Nurudeen (2018-10-30). "Icent returns with music video for his single "Robo" ft. Olamide". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ LHX, TRANSSION. "ICent Songs MP3 Download, New Songs & Albums | Boomplay". Boomplay Music - WebPlayer. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ Adebayo, Segun (2023-11-19). "ICent shines, thrills music fans at 'The Love Concert' in Istanbul". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ Reporter, Our (2021-05-23). "ICent drops debut EP 'It's About Time'". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ "ICent's Debut EP is Ready – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ Nurudeen (2018-10-30). "Icent returns with music video for his single "Robo" ft. Olamide". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ Admin (30 October 2018). "Robo Out By Icent Feat. Olamide". PM News.
- ^ "VIDEO: I-Cent – Energy". NotjustOk. 2019-06-03. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ Naijaloaded (2019-07-08). "[Music] I-Cent - Lala". Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ "ICent Releases New Single – Long Time". NotjustOk. 2021-10-15. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ DEJI, OG (2019-10-11). "[Music] i-Cent - Big Man". Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
- ^ Wonah, Israel (2024-08-07). "iCent - Odo (Video) Mp3 Download » TrendyBeatz". trendybeatz.com. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
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