Seyi Vibez is a Nigerian singer-songwriter. He gained recognition with his hit track “Chance (Na Ham)” from the album Billion Dollar Baby.
The song debuted at No. 19 on the UK Afrobeats singles chart and reached No. 7 on the TurnTable Top 100 chart.
Early life
Balogun Afolabi Oluwaloseyi, born on July 12, 2000, in Ketu, Lagos State, spent his formative years in Ikorodu, Lagos State, where he was raised.
Career
Seyi Vibez made his debut in 2019 with the single “Anybody”. His breakthrough came in 2020 with “Godsent”, followed by his debut studio album “No Seyi No Vibez” (NSNV) in the subsequent year. In 2022, he released his second studio album “Billion Dollar Baby” along with the mixtape “Billion Dollar Baby 2.0”, which reached No. 1 on the Turntable 50 albums chart. He was also recognized as one of the 16 African artists to watch by MoreBranches.
In January 2023, Seyi Vibez released his debut extended play “Memory Card”, featuring American rapper YXNG K.A. The EP garnered over 6.30 million streams in its first week and was praised by Pan African Music as one of the top 10 albums of January 2023. In February 2023, he collaborated with Zlatan on “Let There Be Light”, which debuted at No. 14 on the Apple Music top 100 Nigeria chart.
Personal life
On March 16, 2023, Seyi Vibez shared the heartbreaking news of his mother’s passing on Instagram, describing it as the “darkest day” of his life. Though he didn’t reveal the cause, he expressed immense love for her. In his tribute, Seyi Vibez honored his late mother, underscoring her profound influence on his life and expressing deep sorrow. This loss is undoubtedly a pivotal moment in his personal journey, likely shaping his artistic expression going forward.
Feud with Zinoleesky
Seyi Vibez and Zinoleesky found themselves in a public feud, exchanging words on social media. It began with Zinoleesky suggesting changes to Seyi Vibez’s music style and studio setup. Seyi Vibez responded by referencing Zinoleesky’s recent property purchase, suggesting he focus on that. The dispute has garnered attention in the music industry and among fans, with many speculating on its motivations and potential impact on their careers. The ongoing conflict raises questions about the future of their relationship and its influence on their music trajectories.
Net Worth
Over 500,000 dollars