Owoh Chimaobi Chrismathner (born 20 March 1990) professional known by his stage name Zoro or Zoro Swagbag, is a Nigerian rapper and singer who raps in Igbo language.[1] Zoro was born and raised in Onitsha,Anambra State but is a native of Agwu,Enugu State.
Zoro | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Owoh Chimaobi Chrismathner |
| Also known as | Zoro Swagbag |
| Born | 20 March 1990 Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| Origin | Agwu,Enugu State |
| Genres | |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, singer |
| Years active | 2012–present |
Early life and music career
editA native of Agwu,Enugu State, Owoh Chimaobi Chrismathner was born and raised in Onitsha, in a family of six children(five boys and a girl). Born in the vibrant city of Onitsha, he grew up in a humble one-room apartment in a bustling ghetto. His early life was shaped by the struggles and resilience of his family. His mother, a hardworking entrepreneur, ran a small restaurant, while his father, a skilled butcher, worked tirelessly to provide.
As a young boy, his aspirations were far removed from the world of music. Instead, he dreamed of getting a quality education, securing a stable job, and raising his family's living standards. His ultimate goal was to move his parents from the cramped apartment to a comfortable flat, freeing them from the hardships of their current reality.[2]
He attended St. Mary's Primary School, Onitsha, and topped his class in the Common Entrance Examination. He then proceeded to College Of Immaculate Conception(CIC)Enugu, for his secondary education. Following his secondary education, he pursued higher learning at the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, where he earned an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Public Administration.[3] He subsequently gained admission to Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) to further his studies. However, his just started music career intervened, and he relocate to Lagos in 2014,.
His Music Career took off in 2016 with his hit single'Ogene".
Singles
edit- "Mabuza" (2016)
- "Ogene" (2016)
- "Achikolo" (2016)
- "Landlady" (2017)
- "One on One" (2018)
- ''Stainless'' (2018)
- ''Giddem'' (2019)
- "Escorpión” feat. Yerch) [2021]
- "Naira to pounds" (2022)
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award ceremony | Award description | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Nigeria Music Video Awards | Best indigenous concept in a visual | Won | [4] |
| 2017 | City People Entertainment Awards | Revelation of the Year | Nominated | [5] |
| 2017 | All Africa Music Awards | Group in African Traditional | Nominated | [6] |
| 2018 | All Africa Music Awards | Best Rap Act | Nominated | [7] |
| 2018 | The Headies | Next Rated | Nominated | [8] |
References
edit- ^ Kolesnik, Kay (21 September 2018). "Interesting facts you need to know about Nigerian musician Zoro". Legit.ng. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
- ^ HAWA MAGAJI (8 February 2023). Zoro talks about his childhood, his career and music, past relationship and more E6|#whosinmyhouse. Retrieved 14 October 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ HAWA MAGAJI (8 February 2023). Zoro talks about his childhood, his career and music, past relationship and more E6|#whosinmyhouse. Retrieved 14 October 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Reekado Banks, CDQ, Harry Song, Zoro, Others Win Big At The 2016 Nigeria Music Video Awards [See List Of All Winners]". Naijaloaded. 17 December 2016. Retrieved 17 December 2016.
- ^ "LIST OF NOMINEES FOR 2017 CITY PEOPLE MUSIC AWARDS". citypeopleonline. 17 July 2017.
- ^ "See full list of nominees". Pulse ng.
- ^ "Complete List Of Nominees For AFRIMMA 2018". Guardian Newspaper. 25 July 2018. Retrieved 25 July 2018.
- ^ "Headies 2018: Full list of nominees". Punch Newspaper. 13 April 2018. Retrieved 13 April 2018.