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John Ighodaro (born July 5, 1990), professionally known as Johnny Drille, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. His career came into the spotlight when he released a cover of "Awww" by Di'Ja. He is currently signed to Mavin Records.[1][2]

Johnny Drille
Background information
Birth nameJohn Ighodaro
Also known asJohnny Drille
Born (1990-07-05) July 5, 1990 (age 32)
Edo, Nigeria
Genres
  • Folk
  • alternative rock
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
  • sound engineer
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • Piano
Years active2012–present
LabelsMavin Records

Early life


Johnny Drille was born and raised in Edo State, Nigeria. His father is a school principal and clergyman. He has four siblings. Drille started singing in his father's church at an early age.


Education


He attended the University of Benin, Benin City, where he studied English and Literature.[3][4]


Career


Drille began his musical career in church. He was one of the contestants on the sixth season of Project Fame West Africa in 2013.[5][6] In 2015, he released a cover of Di'Ja's "Awww", which caught the attention of Mavin's CEO Don Jazzy. His debut single "Wait for Me" was released in 2015. It was nominated for Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2016. He teamed up with Niniola, a fellow season 6 contestant, to record "Start All Over".[7] In February 2017, he signed a record deal with Mavin Records.[8][9] On September 3, 2021, he released his debut album, which consists of a fourteen track project,[10] before we fall asleep featuring Nigerian and artists, Ayra Starr, Ladipoe, Lagos community choir, Don Jazzy,Chylde,Kwitte, Cilsoul and the classic afro R&B group, Syl plus under the label Mavin Records.


Discography



Album


List of studio albums with selected details
Title Album details
Before We Fall Asleep
  • Released: September 3, 2021
  • Label: Mavin Records
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming

EP


List of extended plays, with selected details and chart positions
Title Details Peak chart positions
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[11]
Home
  • Released: October 28, 2022
  • Label: Mavin Records
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
 12

Singles



Awards and nominations


Year Event Prize Recipient Result Ref
2016 The Headies Best Alternative Song "Wait for Me" Nominated [12]
2018 Best Vocal Performance (Male) "Romeo & Juliet" Nominated [13][14]
Best R&B Single Nominated
Best Alternative Song Nominated
Next Rated Himself Nominated
2019 Best Alternative Song "Finding Efe" Won [15]
Best Vocal Performance (Male) Nominated

References


  1. Adelagun, Oluwakemi (August 10, 2018). "Why Nigerian musicians fall out with their record labels – Johnny Drille". Premium Times. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  2. Odoh, Chux (May 6, 2018). "HEADIES 2018: 'It Only Gets Better From Here' – Johnny Drille Speaks on Headies Loss". The Net. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  3. Ibori, Diana (January 15, 2018). "Johnny Drille's biography and career achievements". Naija.ng. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  4. [https://mavinrecords.com/M/johnny-drille/ Mavin Records]
  5. Amade, Alex (August 3, 2013). "16 contestants enters MTN project fame season 6 academy". Vanguard. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  6. Adetu, Bayo (August 2, 2013). "MTN Project Fame Season 6 Contestants Unveiled". PM News Nigeria. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  7. Solanke, Abiola (June 3, 2016). "New Music Niniola, Johnny Drille – 'Start all over'". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  8. "Johnny Drille".
  9. Young (July 7, 2018). "Johnny Drille Explains How He Got A Record Deal with Mavin". Information Nigeria. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  10. "DOWNLOAD: Johnny Drille drops 'Before We Fall Asleep' album". TheCable Lifestyle. September 3, 2021. Retrieved September 26, 2021.
  11. "Nigeria Top 50 Albums". www.turntablecharts.com. TurnTable. Retrieved November 11, 2022.
  12. Adelana, Oladolapo (November 9, 2016). "Full list of nominees for the 2016 Headies Awards". YNaija. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  13. Odoh, Chux (May 6, 2018). "HEADIES 2018: 'It Only Gets Better From Here' – Johnny Drille Speaks on Headies Loss". The Net. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  14. Anonymous (April 13, 2018). "Headies 2018: Full list of nominees". Punch. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
  15. Gbenga Bada (October 20, 2019). "Headies 2019: Here are all the winners at the 13th edition of music award". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved October 20, 2019.


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