J.Derobie
| J.Derobie | |
|---|---|
| File:J.derobie.jpg | |
| Background information | |
| Born | August 27, 1994 |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2019-present |
| Labels | Empawa Africa |
| Associated acts | |
Derick Obuobie Jnr (born August 27, 1994), known professionally as J.Derobie, is a Ghanaian singer and songwriter.[1] He was born in Yendi and raised in Nungua.[2] J.Derobie released his debut single "Poverty" through Mr Eazi's funding and mentorship program emPawa100; the visuals for the song amassed one million views on YouTube within a month of its release.[3][4]
Life and music Career[edit]
J.Derobie was born in Yendi, a town in the Northern Region of Ghana. He began to develop interest in dancing and singing at the age of 13.[5] He attended Dagbon Stage Senior High School in Yendi.[6]
J.Derobie released his debut single "Poverty" through Mr Eazi's funding and mentorship program emPawa100.[7] The visuals for the song garnered one million views on YouTube. Jamaican singer Popcaan was featured on the remix of "Poverty".[8] J.Derobie was endorsed by Ghanaian musicians such as Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy and Samini.[9]
Endorsements[edit]
In 2019, J.Derobie became a brand ambassador for BetPawa.[10]
Discography[edit]
Singles[edit]
| Year | Tittle | Album | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | "Poverty" | Non-album single | [11] |
| "Poverty remix" feat Popcaan | [12] | ||
| "Odo Bra" | [13] | ||
| "Freedom" | [14] | ||
| "Se Sia" | [15] | ||
| "Irie" | [16] | ||
| 2020 | "Back It" | [17] |
Awards and Nominations[edit]
| Year | Award ceremony | Award Presented | Nominated work/Recipient | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Vodafone Ghana Music Awards | Best New Artist of the Year | Himself | Nominated | [18] |
| Raggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year | Nominated | ||||
| Raggae/Dancehall Song of the Year | "Poverty" | Nominated | |||
| 3 Music Awards Ghana | Breakthrough Act of the Year | Himself | Nominated | [19][20] | |
| Raggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year | Nominated | ||||
| Raggae/Dancehall Song of the Year | "Poverty" | Won |
References[edit]
- ↑ Paul, Darkey (2019-07-05). "J.Derobie Biography: Real Name, Age, Parents, Hometown, Girlfriend, Career, Awards, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram". CelebritiesBuzz. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- ↑ Mawutor, Frank (2019-01-21). "10 things you don't know about fast-rising dancehall artiste, J. Derobie". CelebritiesBuzz. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- ↑ "Sarkodie Reacts To J.Derobie's Story Of How He Met Him For The First Time When He Was A Waiter At The Mall - » GhBase•com™". GhBase•com™. 2020-03-29. Retrieved 2020-03-30.
- ↑ Sedode, Pilot (7 March 2019). "The Chap Is Making It! J Derobie Becomes First emPawa Artiste To Hit 1 Million Views On YouTube - Kuulpeeps - Ghana Campus News and Lifestyle Site by Students". Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- ↑ "J.Derobie, the Ghanaian rising value of Dancehall ! -". WANACorp (in français). 2019-10-18. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- ↑ "10 things to know about fast-rising dancehall act J. Derobie | GhHeadlines Total News Total Information". www.ghheadlines.com. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- ↑ Leight, Elias; Leight, Elias (2020-02-26). "Mr. Eazi Will Fund New Class of Rising Artists Through emPawa30". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2020-05-20.
- ↑ "Listen to Popcaan Jump On J.Derobie's 'Poverty' (Remix)". OkayAfrica. 2019-04-26. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- ↑ "Shatta Wale, Popcaan, Stonebwoy, Samini & Others Endorse J. DEROBIE (Poverty) MP3 Free Download". HipNplay. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- ↑ Bless, Papaga (2019-05-11). "J. Derobie signed as new brand ambassador for betPawa". CelebritiesBuzz. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ↑ "J.Derobie 'Odo Bra'". OkayAfrica. 2019-09-27. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ↑ "Listen to Popcaan's New Mixtape 'Vanquish'". OkayAfrica. 2019-12-20. Retrieved 2020-05-20.
- ↑ "Audio + Video: J.Derobie – Irie". Jonilar. 2019-04-19. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ↑ Agyare, Peace (2019-05-30). "DOWNLOAD MP3: Mr Eazi, GuiltyBeatz & J.Derobie feat. Sherrie Silver – Freedom - Ghafla!". Ghafla Music. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ↑ "DOWNLOAD: J.Derobie – Se Sia (Weekend Love Riddim)". AaceHypez. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ↑ Soble, Jeffery (2019-04-19). "J.Derobie – Irie (Prod by Juls)". GBAfrica. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ↑ Ice, D. J. (2020-03-12). "Download MP3: J.Derobie – Back It (Prod. by Uche B)". Halmblog.com. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ↑ "VGMA 2020: Meet all first-time nominees". Entertainment. 2020-03-02. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- ↑ "3Music Awards 2020: See the list of winners". MyJoyOnline.com. 2020-05-02. Retrieved 2020-05-20.
- ↑ Online, Peace FM. "3Music Awards 2020 Nominees Announced: See Full List of Nominees". Peacefmonline.com - Ghana news. Retrieved 2020-05-20.
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