Korede Bello

He was born on February 29, 1996, in Lagos where he had his primary and secondary education.

Korede started music at age 7 and went by the stage name ‘African Prince’. While in primary school, wrote his first song and even went on to form a music group with a friend.  He started music professionally while in secondary school and released his first song ‘Forever’.

Upon completion of his secondary education, he joined the Nigerian Institute of Journalism to study Mass Communication. He then obtained a Higher National Diploma certificate.

After the release of his first single, his manager, Casmir Uwaegbute, introduced him to Don Jazzy, CEO of Mavin Records. Don Jazzy got impressed after which they recorded some songs together. Korede got signed into Mavin Records on February 28, 2014, under which he released African Princess and Godwin.

 

ALBUM

2017 – Belloved

 

AWARDS

2016 – City People Entertainment Awards, Pop Artiste of the Year

2016 – Nigeria Music Video Awards, Best Contemporary Afro Video (Godwin)

2015 – Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards, Best Song of the Year (Godwin)

2015 – The Headies, Best Pop Single (Godwin)

2014 – Nigeria Teen Choice Awards, Most Promising Music Act To Watch