[PEOPLE] Biography of Korede Bello | About | Career | Photos
Korede Bello (born 29 February 1996) is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He signed a record deal with Mavin Records in 2014. Bello is best known for his hit single “Godwin”, a semi-gospel and pop song that became a national anthem and topped many music charts across Nigeria
Early life, education
Korede (English: “Bring Fortune”) was born in Lagos State, Nigeria, where he completed his primary and secondary school education. He started performing at the age of 7 and went by the stage name African Prince.
Career
While in primary school, Korede Bello went on to write his first song after forming a music group with a friend. He started music professionally by recording songs in the studio while in secondary school, and eventually released his first single “Forever”. He studied Mass Communication at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism and holds a Higher National Diploma certificate. Korede Bello is an Associate Member of the Institute of Information Management
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Recipient/Nominated work | Result | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Nigeria Teen Choice Awards 2014 | Most Promising Music Act To Watch | Himself | Won | |
| 2015 | 4th Annual Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards | Best Song of the Year | “Godwin” | Won | |
| 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Hottest Single of The Year | Nominated | |||
| Best New Act | Himself | Nominated | |||
| 2016 | The Headies 2015 | Best Pop Single | “Godwin” | Won | |
| Song of The Year | Nominated | ||||
| Next Rated | Himself | Nominated | |||
| 2016 City People Entertainment Awards | Pop Artiste of the Year | Himself | Won | ||
| 2016 Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Best Collaboration | “Romantic” (featuring Tiwa Savage) | Nominated | ||
| 9th Nigeria Music Video Awards | Best Contemporary Afro Video | “Godwin” | Won |
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