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Nigerian musical artist
ICent
Background information
Birth nameSamson Ebosetale
BornNovember 22
OriginEdo State, Nigeria
Genres
Occupations
  • Songwriter
  • Singer
Years active2014–present
LabelsIce Nation records
Musical artist

Samson Ebosetale (born November 22), known professionally as ICent, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. In 2023, he won the Song of the Year and Artist of the Year at the Turkey African Recognition Awards (TARA).

Early life and education

ICent was born on 22 November in Edo State, Nigeria. He attended Ambrose Ali University, where he studied Accounting and attributes his passion for to the influence of traditional Nigerian music all around him growing up like 2Baba and Jay Z.

Music career

ICent began his musical journey in Edo performing at local events, honing his craft ad from church choir. His breakthrough came with the release of his single "Robo," featuring Olamide, and plugged by Olaitan Salaudeen which gained popularity for its catchy rhythm and relatable lyrics. Following this success, ICent released other singles, including "Odo," "Body," "Energy," "Hello," "Squeeze Me," "Big Man," "Lala," and "Long Time.

Discography

EP

  • About Time (2021)
  • Sunny Days (2022)

Single

  • Robo Featuring Olamide"
  • Number One Featuring Skale
  • Showcase Featuring Jaywon
  • Energy
  • Lala
  • Body
  • Long time
  • Big Man
  • Odo

References

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  13. Reporter, Our (2021-05-23). "ICent drops debut EP 'It's About Time'". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
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  16. Admin (30 October 2018). "Robo Out By Icent Feat. Olamide". PM News.
  17. "VIDEO: I-Cent – Energy". NotjustOk. 2019-06-03. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  18. Naijaloaded (2019-07-08). "[Music] I-Cent - Lala". Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  19. "ICent Releases New Single – Long Time". NotjustOk. 2021-10-15. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  20. DEJI, OG (2019-10-11). "[Music] i-Cent - Big Man". Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  21. Wonah, Israel (2024-08-07). "iCent - Odo (Video) Mp3 Download » TrendyBeatz". trendybeatz.com. Retrieved 2024-08-07.


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