Nigerian-born, London-based singer Obongjayar has the ability to spice up a sweet soul song with a helping of hip-hop and Afrobeats. His wholly unique voice is instantly recognizable, especially for those who’ve listened to Little Simz’s single Point And Kill, where he provides the extremely catchy chorus. His style, both spiritual and earthy, isn’t easy to categorize. There have been no genre boundaries for Obongjayar ever since his debut album in 2020, which features rap, vocals and spoken word with Afrobeats, soul and rock. His latest album Some Nights I Dream Of Doors sounds like it could be the soundtrack to his life. Born in Nigeria, listening to American rap, then ending up in England and maintaining strong ties with Lagos, the hotspot for the latest rap sensations, Obongjayar writes his songs with a craftsmanship that is recognized by a rapidly growing fan base, with streaming figures for his material already numbering in the hundreds of thousands.
