Born Oludemilade Martin Alejo, known in the Nigerian musical artistry as YCee, is a young promising flair with an interest in the genre of Afropop and Hip Hop that makes him stand out in the entire music scene .
As a rapper, singer and songwriter, YCee seeks to reach out to his lively and committed audience by showcasing to the entire world his entire composition as a Nigerian male vocalist.
Receiving numerous commendable compliments on his phantasy and style, YCee’s highly remarkable nature is centered on the combination of his creativity with touches of intellects as well as his unique story telling ability that earn him more fan base with every step taken in his musical journey.
Early Life and Musical Beginning
YCee, was born in Festac Town a housing estate in Lagos Nigeria and commenced his educational journey at the Dr. Soyemi Memorial Nursery and Primary School after which he proceeded to the Nigerian Navy Secondary School in Ojo. He later offered Marine Biology at the University of Lagos.
Career
YCee moved into the music industry as an underground rapper while in the university. He paused this for sometime after gaining admission into the university to enable him focus solemnly on his studies.
He was signed to Tinny Entertainment and released a number of songs which included Condo, which geared him to the top.
Discography
- Trouble
- Close To Me
- Girls Like Me
- Still Think of You
- I Do
- Her Interlude
- Je M’appelle
- Company
- Drifting You
- Mistakes
- Run My Way
Albums and EP’s
EP‘s
- Late Night Vibrations in 2018
- First Wave in 2017
- Love Drunk in 2021
Studio album
First Wave in 2017
YCee vs Zaheer in 2019
Awards
- Best African Hip Hop
- Lyricist On The Roll
- Beat Collaboration of the Year on Condo
- Best music Video of the Year on Condo
- Next Rated
- Rookie of the Year
- Best Artist in African Hip Hop
- Best Revelation of the Year
YCee is no doubt a headlight of hope to all youngsters and up and coming artists seeking to make their mark in the musical artistry. With his great story telling ability complimented with his lyrically thoughtful ingenuity he has earned himself many admirers all over the world.
written by Ruth Ama Onumah
