Bigiano | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Babalola Oluwagbemiga Gabriel |
| Born | 1 August 1980 Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Origin | Osun State |
| Genres | |
| Occupation(s) |
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| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
| Years active | 2007– present |
Babalola Oluwagbemiga Gabriel (born August 1, 1980) known professionally as Bigiano, is a Nigerian songwriter,[1] singer,[2][3] record producer, recording artist,[4] and stage performer,[5] Known for his hit single “Shayo"[6][7][8][9]
Early life and education
Babalola Oluwagbemiga Gabriel is the fourth in a family of six, from Osun State, he started his music career as a choirmaster and music coordinator in church.[10]
He studied computer science at the Obafemi Awolowo University.
His passion for the entertainment world lured him into teaming up with other like minds to start a musical group known as Triple B.[11][12][13]
In 1999, the group released an official single called "Egba Mi"
Career
In 2009, he was nominated for multiple awards including the MTV Africa Music Awards and Nigeria Entertainment Awards' under the Best New Act category alongside M.I.
In same year, his song “Shayo” won Best Music Video, Best Cinematography and Viewers’ Choice of The Year Awards at the Sound City Music Video Awards.[14]
He also went on to tour the South African territories.[15]
In 2012, Bigiano featured fellow Nigerian artiste Wizkid on his single “Chillings”. He has also featured other household names like Innocent "Tuface" Idibia
In October 2022, he released an Amapiano refix of his original hit single Shayo alongiside Jaybreeze.[16]
Discography
Albums
- Shayo master – 2008[17]
Singles
- "It's Over" feat. General Pype
- "Chillings" feat. Wizkid[18]
- "As E Dey Hot"
- "One & Only"
- "Ibile"
- "Tonight"
- "Chiquito"[19]
- "I Be Somebody"
- "BFF"
- "Norty"[20]
- "Who's That Girl"
- "Go Crazy"[21][22]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Event | Prize | Recipient | Result | Ref(s) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Soundcity Music Video Awards | Best Video of the Year | ”Himself” | Won | [23] | |
| 2009 | Soundcity Music Video Awards | Viewers’ Choice | ”Himself” | Won | [24] | |
| 2009 | Soundcity Music Video Awards | Best Cinematography | ”Himself” | Won | [25] | |
| 2009 | MTV Africa Music Awards 2009 | Best New Act | ”Himself” | Nominated | [26][27] | |
| 2009 | 2009 Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Best New Act | ”Himself” | Nominated | [28] |
References
- ^ "Music star, Bigiano celebrates birthday with magazine lunch". 7 August 2021. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Singer shows off bold tattoos in new photos". 8 August 2015. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano 'Kuti Cole'! Back, Bigger, And Better". 28 October 2013. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Singer's godfather lavishes N5m on champagnes in 1 hour". 1 July 2015. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano: 'Nigerian Music Industry Is Bigger And Better". 19 April 2020. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Musicians, Alariwo, Ashionye, Bigiano, others make list of Top 10 Nigeria one-hit wonders". 21 May 2013. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "God can still give me song bigger than Shayo Bigiano". 19 April 2020. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "I couldn't handle the fame that came with 'Shayo' Bigiano". 13 August 2015. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Singer, Bigiano Reveals Why he is Still Single". 15 December 2017. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano". Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "We knew Bigiano wouldn't last Triple B". 11 September 2010. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano My Tattoos Represent What I have Been Through". 2 December 2017. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Nigeria A Girlfriend Will Distract Me Bigiano". 28 March 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Soundcity Music Video Awards 2009 Nominees". 9 July 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano tours SA". 14 August 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "[Music] Bigiano x Jaybreeze - Shayo Amapiano (Refix) » Naijaloaded". 2023-04-06. Archived from the original on 2023-04-06. Retrieved 2023-04-25.
- ^ "Bigiano invites us to 'Shayo'". 15 January 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano – Chillin Feat. Wizkid". 11 November 2012. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano stages comeback with Chiquito, Go Crazy". 5 April 2020. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Music Bigiano ft Password Norty". 4 November 2013. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano "Go Crazy" Audio Video". 20 March 2020. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Bigiano Returns To Nigeria Music Scene, Releases New Singles". 2 December 2017. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Naeto C, Darey, 2Face, Kel & Don Jazzy grab Soundcity Music Video Awards (SMVAs) 2009". 11 August 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "2009 Soundcity Music Video Awards winners". 21 August 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Sound City Music Video Award Winners". 2 August 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "mtv africa music awards nominations announced". 28 August 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "2009 MTV Africa Music Award Nominees Announced". 26 August 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
- ^ "Nigeria Entertainment Awards 2009 Nominees". 12 March 2009. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
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