Base One (rapper)
Isaac Sotunde (born March 14, 1992), known by his stage name Base One is a Nigerian rapper who is signed to Aquila Records.
Early life and career beginnings
Sotunde was born on March 24, 1992. He was raised by his mother and grew up in Oshodi, Lagos. He attended St. Georges Nursery and Primary School in Ipaja, Lagos, moving on to Medal Merit High School in Igando, Lagos, before being admitted into Lagos State University. As an undergraduate at Lagos, he began pursuing music, meeting record producer X Blaze in the process.[1]
Sotunde graduated from Lagos State University with a degree in banking and finance in 2012. After graduating, he began his rap career. In 2012, he was featured on the YBNL album by Olamide.[2] He performed with Olamide in December 2014 at his event "Olamide Live in Concert". This got him a deal with Aquila Records in 2015.
Music career
Sotunde released his first official single "Werey Re O", in April 2015, produced by X Blaze. He was a nominee for the Rookie of the Year 2015 at the Nigerian The Headies Awards.[3]
In January 2016, Sotunde followed his debut single with a double release, "Werey Re O Remix", featuring rappers Olamide and Phyno. His next release, "Skon Skon" was a dance song.
On March 24, 2016, Sotunde released "At It Again", featuring Kayswitch. Inspired by the harsh economic situation in Nigeria at the time, he collaborated with Nigerian Fuji musician K1 De Ultimate to release "Better Dey Come" in June 2016.
Musical influences
Base One credits The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, Jay-Z, and Nigerian rapper Dargin as influences.
Singles
| Single | Year | Producer |
|---|---|---|
| Werey Re O | 2015 | Xblaze |
| Werey Re Remix ft. Phyno & Olamide | 2016 | Xblaze |
| Skon Skon | 2016 | Phantom |
| At It Again | 2016 | Xblaze |
| Better Dey Come ft. K1 De Ultimate | 2016 | Bizzouch |
| Better Dey Come ft. K1 De Ultimate (Dance Mix) | 2016 | Bizzouch
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Awards and nominations
| Category | Awarding Organization | Year | Awarded/Nominated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rookie of the Year | The Headies | 2015 | Nominated |
References
- ↑ "My mum doesn't like my music –Base One". 27 August 2016.
- ↑ "Interview with Base One: I was on YBNL Album cos Olamide knows am real – KokoVibes | Nigerian Entertainment Blog". Archived from the original on 2016-11-01. Retrieved 2016-11-01. Unknown parameter
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