Bigiano
Musical artist
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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]
1 August 1980
- singer
- rapper
- songwriter
- producer
- performer
Bigiano | |
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| Born | Babalola Oluwagbemiga Gabriel 1 August 1980 Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Origin | Osun State |
| Genres | |
| Occupations |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2007– present |
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
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] |
