Damini Ogulu, majorly known by his stage name, Burna Boy is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who hails from Ahoada, Rivers state. When Burna Boy hit the Nigerian music scene with his first two singles, he captivated everyone with his unique style of singing. His song genre is Nigerian hip-hop, reggae, and high life. Although the three genres are very different, Burna Boy has been able to pull it off. Here are 10 things you didn’t know about him.
1. At the age of 15, Burna Boy got his first tattoo. He says his tattoos are a representation of him artistically. He has more than 12 tattoos on his body, including that of his role model the renowned Fela Anikulapo Kuti.
2. His first album “L.I.F.E” sold out 50,000 copies on the first day.
3. Burna Boy during a performance has fallen off stage and broke both his leg and ribs.
4. He also loves to watch cartoons and comedy.
5. Burna Boy’s grandfather was also into showbiz. He used to be Fela’s manager.
6. He started doing music professionally when he was 19 in 2010.
7. He was born on the 2nd of July 1991.
8. His role models are Fela Anikulapo Kuti, 2Face Idibia, and Sizzla Kalonji.
9. In 2013, he was awarded the Best New Act of the year at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards.
10. He is a brand ambassador for Head Honcho Clothing, a South African clothing brand.
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