Have you ever thought of it that all celebrities have real names which are entirely different from the stage names we are all used to. Most celebrities feel they need to give a befitting name to their brand and style of music. 360dopes has come up with the list of Nigerian artist real name and their origin even if it is not all and you will be surprised at the names your favourite celebrities bear.
Check them out below;
2Baba
Innocent Ujah Idibia is a Nigerian song writer and record producer who was born on September 18, 1975 in Jos , Plateau state, Nigeria.
9ice
Born Alexander Abolore Adegbola Adigun Alapomeji Ajifolajifaola on January 17, 1980. He is a South-westerner from Ogbomosho, Oyo state and he grew up in the district of Bariga in Lagos.
Aramide
Aramide Sarumoh is a Nigerian female singer and song writer who describes her genre of music as Afro-soul. She was born june 22 and hails from Ibadan, Nigeria.
Yemi Alade
Yemi Eberechi Alade who was born March 13, 1989, is a Nigerian afro pop singer who gained prominence after winning the peak talent show in 2009.
Yemi Alade who is best known for her hit track "Johnny" hails from Abia state, Nigeria.
Adekunle Gold
Adekunle Kosoko is a Nigerian singer, song writer and graphic designer (King of photoshop) who describes his style of music as Urban highlife was born in Lagos state, Nigeria. He came to limelight in 2014 with the hit track "Sade" which quickly earned the attention of people and as such gained massive airplays which turn into a street anthem.
Asa
Bukola Elemide who was born September 17, 1982 in Paris France, is a Nigerian French singer, songwriter and recording artis.
Eva Alordiah
Elohor Eva Alordiah is a Nigerian rapper, entertainer, make up artist, fashion designer and entrepreneur who was born on August 13, 1989.
Banky W
Olubankole Wellington is a Nigerian singer, song writer and actor who was born on 27 March 1981 in United States.