Shallipopi, born Crown Uzama on April 12, 2000, is a Nigerian artist renowned for his work as a singer, rapper, and songwriter.
He gained fame with his hit track “Elon Musk” and achieved further success with his debut album “Presido La Pluto” in 2023, which topped the TurnTable Top 50 chart and debuted at number one on Apple Music’s top 100 albums list.
Early life and Education
Uzama originates from the Eastern region of Nigeria, where he spent his early years.
He completed his Computer Science degree at Auchi Polytechnic in 2023.
Immersed in the vibrant musical heritage of his homeland, he was profoundly influenced by its cultural richness. Intrigued by music’s ability to evoke feelings and communicate ideas, Shallipopi nurtured a strong desire to pursue a career in the music realm.
Career
Shallipopi kickstarted his career by crafting freestyles and sharing them across TikTok and various social media platforms. He made a breakthrough with the release of his single “Elon Musk”.
On June 20, 2023, Apple Music spotlighted Shallipopi as the latest featured artist in its Up Next artist development program in Nigeria. On June 30, he dropped the remix of “Elon Musk,” featuring Fireboy DML and Zlatan.
July 7, 2023, saw the release of his single “Ex-Convict,” which debuted at number 6 on the TurnTable Top 100 chart. His EP “Planet Pluto” followed on July 11, 2023. Later, on October 17, 2023, he inaugurated his record label after signing with Dvpper Music Distribution, welcoming his music acts Zerry DL and Tega Boi. Shallipopi signed them on the same day as the label launch.
Legal issues
Shallipopi, along with his manager and others, was apprehended by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on May 30, 2023, for suspected involvement in internet-related fraud. They were subsequently convicted on June 23, 2023, and handed a two-year prison sentence, with the possibility of fines.
Net Worth
Estimated to be over 3,000 dollars