Wole Oni
Musical artist
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Irewole Samuel Oni, known predominantly by his stage name, Wole Oni is a Nigerian born songwriter, Jazz artist, and music producer.[1] He is a United Nations International Ambassador for Peace, and has been endorsed by Yamaha Corporation Yamaha Gulf FZE as Yamaha first artist signed in the whole of Africa.[2][3] He is a member of the Lagos Jazz Society. He is married with kids even though he doesn't like to discuss his marriage in public.
Irewole Samuel Oni | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Wole Oni |
| Born | |
| Genres | Jazz, Gospel music |
| Occupations | Songwriter, Jazz artist, & music producer |
| Instrument | Piano |
| Website | iamwoleoni |
Life and career
Born in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria, Wole was a graduate of the University of Lagos where he studied Computer Science. He is the writer and producer of singles such as Cover me Lord and a Christmas song titled Come let Is adore Him.[4]
Wole produced notable hit songs like Igwe by the Midnight Crew, Kosobabire by Folake Umosen, Ijoba Orun, Kolebaje, Halleluyah by Lara George, and many others.[5][6][7] As a Jazz artist, he has performed at notable Jazz and Rock concerts in UAE, USA, Ireland, South African, the United Kingdom, and other locations.[8]
Wole is the CEO of Instinct Productions and Wole Oni Music Productions (WOMP).[9] He performed at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Summit with Queen Elizabeth in attendance.[10]
Wole has won multiple awards in his career over the years. Among the notable ones include: AGMA UK Award for the best producer in Africa 2013, 2014, 2015, Kora award 2004, National Gospel Awards and others.[11][12]