Oluwajuwonlo Iledare (born 6 June 1986), professionally known as Jaywon, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, performer,[1] producer and actor (army of the thieves). Following his departure from Kennis Music, he founded the Next World Music record label in 2013.[2] In 2009, the Nigerian Music Video Awards presented Jaywon with the Best New Artist award. He also won the award for Best Recording at The Headies 2013 and the Tush Awards for 'This Year' song.[3]
Jaywon | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Oluwajuwonlo Iledare |
| Also known as | Oba Orin |
| Born | 6 June 1986 Egbe, Kogi State, Nigeria |
| Genres | Afropop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, performer |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Labels | Next World Music |
Life and career
editJaywon completed his primary education at ECWA Primary School, then moved on to Government Secondary School in Kogi State for his secondary schooling before graduating with an HND in Accounting from Federal Polytechnic, Bida.[4]
The singer then moved to Lagos in 2005 and under a year after, secured collaborations with Ray G, Sound Sultan, W4, Slizzy E and 2baba.[5]
Jaywon was given the opportunity to sing at the Kennis Music Easter Fiesta in 2009, and he made such an impression that the event's organizers were immediately interested in him. Jaywon signed a record deal with Kennis Music Record Label later that year. 'Jaywon has one of the most recognisable voices in the industry,' he was once said...' [6] In December 2012, He released the single 'Odun Yi (This Year)' to critical and commercial acclaim.[7] PZ Cusson later inked an endorsement arrangement with him, allowing the firm to exploit his popular song, 'This Year', for promotional purposes which enabled the company use his hit song, ‘This Year’ for promotional purposes.
Next World Music and 'Oba Orin' album
editAfter going indie, he released his anticipated and third album titled 'Oba Orin' after four singles featuring Vector, Reminisce and Reekado Banks. It is the follow-up to the two albums he released on Kennis Music.
360nobs reviewed the album writing: 'Oba Orin is a fine collection of sounds that reflects Jaywon's superior talent and the state of pop music. It is rich, live, refreshing, timely and timeless all at once. Jaywon may make a bold claim but none can say he doesn't work for it every step of the way. Only time will tell if he has indeed earned the title.'[6]
While PulseNG rates it 3/5 and wrote: 'By the end of the album, you get a feeling that Jaywon has poured out his soul, connecting his influences and having his very creative essence flowing through you. It's like Jaywon performed personally for you, in a crowded local venue.'[8]
'Oba Orin' which translates to 'King of Songs' from Yoruba language is an album with 21 tracks which production credits from Mr Ejor, Benjossy, Blaq Jerzey and Young Jonn. Jaywon gave first two weeks return of his 'Oba Orin' album to an Orphanage.[9] The singer attended the 2016 ACIA Awards in Atlanta, United States and bagged the “Best Indigenous Act” award.[10]
Jaywon premiered the remix for "Madantin" in 2014 featuring Phyno, Olamide and May D under the Next World Music imprint then following up with 'Tanawole' featuring Reminisce[11] weeks after. He also worked with rapper Vector tha Viper on 'Back to Sender.' [12]
2016–present: Aje (The Mixtape)
editOn June 25, 2020 Jaywon drops his ten-track album titled Aje (The Mixtape), it features vocals from Next World Music's new Signee, Save Fame, as well as Zlatan, Lyta, Barry Jhay, Phyno, Magnito, IDYL, Danny S, Qdot, Keke Ogungbe, DMC Ladida, Alijiita, and Umu Obiligbo, among others,[13] with production credits from irockclassic, Blaq Jerzee, Soularge, Don Adah, Tefa, Phynest, and Xsmile.[14]
Discography
editAlbums/EPs
edit- Meet Jaywon - 2009
- Meet Jaywon Reloaded - 2011
- This Year (Odun Yi) - 2013
- Oba Orin - 2016
- Aje the mixtape (EP) - 2020[15]
- Jahbahlee - 2022
Singles
edit| Title | Year | Release date |
|---|---|---|
| "Mandantin (Remix)" (featuring Phyno, Olamide and May D) |
2014 | 21 February 2014 |
| "Tanawole" (with Reminisce) |
1 May 2014 | |
| "Kule Lori" |
27 May 2014 | |
| "Back to Sender" (with Vector the Viper]) |
8 August 2014 | |
| "You & Me" (with YQ) |
20 September 2014 | |
| "Fire for Fire" | 31 October 2014 | |
| "Okun United" | 2015 | 13 February 2015 |
| "Gbawo" | 9 July 2015 | |
| "Another Xmas" | 21 December 2015 | |
| "Jolly Muke" | 29 March 2016 | |
| "Champion" | 2016 | 22 April 2016 |
| "Paraga" | 18 May 2016 | |
| "Gbadun" | 2016 | 14 July 2016 |
| "Another Level" ft Mr Eazi | 6 November 2016 | |
| "Another Christmas is here" | 7 December 2016 | |
| "Aje (remix part 1)" ft. (barry jhay, lyta)" | 2019 | Jun 05 2019 |
| “Las Last” (featuring Seyi Vibez) |
2021 | September 9, 2021 |
| “Sugar” (featuring Jaywillz) |
2022 | January 21, 2022 |
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Event | Prize | Recipient | Result | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Best New Act | "Himself" | Won | |
| 2016 | ACIA | Best Indigenous | "Himself" | Won | |
| Tush Awards | Special Recognition | "Himself" | Won |
References
edit- ^ "Ice Prince, Jaywon, Lindsey Abudei perform live at February edition [Photos]". pulse. 20 February 2017. Retrieved 22 April 2022.
- ^ "Jaywon speaks on Kennis Music deal". NET. Retrieved 8 April 2014.
- ^ "Here are the 7 best Nigerian songs to play on New Year's eve". pulse. 31 December 2018. Retrieved 22 April 2022.
- ^ "Jaywon Biography: Age, Career, Net Worth, & More – Nigerian Finder". 5 February 2023. Retrieved 4 February 2024.
- ^ "Jaywon, S Biography, From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia | ★STARS★™★ ₳₽₽★". 12 February 2018. Retrieved 2 August 2022.
- ^ a b Wilfred, Okiche (26 July 2016). "Album Review: Jaywon Is King on Oba Orin". 360nobs. Archived from the original on 27 July 2016. Retrieved 26 July 2016.
- ^ Onos (3 March 2013). "Now Playing: Jaywon – This Year (Odun Yi)". BellaNaija. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
- ^ Joey, Akan (25 April 2016). "Pulse Album Review: Jaywon's "Oba Orin' is immersive, live, and traditional". PulsNG. Retrieved 24 April 2016.
- ^ Ladu, Liad (7 May 2016). "Jaywon gives all first two week return to Orphanage". LadunLiadi. Retrieved 7 May 2016.
- ^ Jaguda, Jaguda (7 May 2016). "Jaywon wins Best Indigenous Act at ACIA Awards". Jaguda. Archived from the original on 10 May 2017. Retrieved 7 May 2016.
- ^ "Jaywon = Tana Wole (Remix) ft. Reminisce". Tooxclusive. 21 February 2014. Retrieved 14 April 2015.
- ^ "Jaywon - Back to Sender ft. Vector". Bellanaija. 21 February 2014. Retrieved 14 April 2015.
- ^ "Jaywon releases new mixtape 'Aje'". pm news. 9 July 2020. Retrieved 22 April 2022.
- ^ "Jaywon drops anticipated album Aje The Mixtape". thenation. 25 June 2020. Retrieved 22 April 2022.
- ^ "Jaywon drops anticipated album Aje The Mixtape". thenation. 25 June 2020. Retrieved 22 April 2022.