KUNMIE
Comment: The whole thing is a mess, and the references are the typical positive social media spin reports. The links in the first half, BTW, are messed up, going to the main pages of these web sites. The links in the second half seem to be correct but they confirm that we're not dealing with a real notable artist here. Drmies (talk) 00:32, 22 September 2026 (UTC)
Kunmie | |
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| Birth name | Oluwabukunmi Ariyibi Peter |
| Born | April 19, 2004 Lagos, Nigeria |
| Origin | Agege, Lagos, Nigeria |
| Genres | Afrobeats, Afro-soul |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, musician, producer |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Labels | Alt Music / CiDAR Africa |
Oluwabukunmi Ariyibi Peter (born April 19, 2004), professionally known as Kunmie, is a Nigerian Afrobeats and Afro-soul singer-songwriter and producer.[1] He gained widespread recognition in early 2025 following the release of his viral breakthrough single, "Arike".[1] He has since released his debut extended play (EP), Before We Became Strangers (2025),[1] and his debut studio album, 22 (2026).[2]
Early life
Kunmie was raised in the Abule Egba and Agege suburbs of Lagos, Nigeria.[2] He discovered his musical inclinations in 2019 and recorded his first track in May of that year while completing his secondary education.[3] He briefly studied Business Administration at the university level but withdrew after his first year to pursue music full-time.[3]
Career
2025: "Arike" and Before We Became Strangers
Although recorded in 2023, Kunmie officially released his debut single "Arike" on February 15, 2025.[1] Produced by The Kazez, the song gained massive viral traction on the social media platform TikTok.[1] "Arike" achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number one on the Official Nigeria Top 100 Chart for five weeks and reaching number five on the UK Official Afrobeats Chart.[3]
Building on the success of the single, Kunmie released his four-track debut EP, Before We Became Strangers, on March 4, 2025.[1] The EP received positive reviews for its soulful storytelling and vocal production.[2]
2026–present: 22
On August 14, 2026, Kunmie released his highly anticipated 13-track debut studio album titled 22.[4] The album's title reflects a vision he tapped into during the year 2022.[3] 22 explores themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery,[4] and features collaborative tracks with prominent Afrobeats figures including Phyno, Lojay, Zlatan, and Wizard Chan.[2]
Discography
Studio albums
- 22 (2026)
Extended plays
- Before We Became Strangers (2025)
Singles
- "Arike" (2025)
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 "Get to Know Kunmie: The Vocal Force Behind "Arike"". YNaija. June 30, 2025. Retrieved September 22, 2026.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Staff (August 14, 2026). "Kunmie Turns Life's Highs and Lows into Music on '22'". TurnTable Charts. Retrieved September 22, 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "Kunmie Makes Afrobeats That Touch Your Soul [Q&A]". OnesToWatch. August 14, 2026. Retrieved September 22, 2026.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Kunmie Drops Debut Album "22"". Album Talks. August 14, 2026. Retrieved September 22, 2026.
Category:Living people
Category:2004 births
Category:Nigerian male singers
Category:Afrobeats musicians
Category:People from Lagos
Early life
Kunmie was raised in the Abule Egba and Agege suburbs of Lagos, Nigeria. He discovered his musical inclinations in 2019 and recorded his first track in May of that year while completing his secondary education. He briefly studied Business Administration at the university level but withdrew after his first year to pursue music full-time.
Career
2025: "Arike" and Before We Became Strangers
Although recorded in 2023, Kunmie officially released his debut single "Arike" on February 6, 2025. Produced by The Kazez, the song gained massive viral traction on the social media platform TikTok. "Arike" achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number one on the Official Nigeria Top 100 Chart for five weeks and reaching number five on the UK Official Afrobeats Chart.
Building on the success of the single, Kunmie released his four-track debut EP, Before We Became Strangers, on March 4, 2025, through CiDAR Africa. The EP received positive reviews for its soulful storytelling and vocal production.
2026–present: 22
On August 14, 2026, Kunmie released his highly anticipated 13-track debut studio album titled 22. The album's title reflects his age and the personal transformations he underwent during that season of his life. 22 explores themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery, and features collaborative tracks with prominent Afrobeats figures including Olamide, Phyno, Zlatan, and Lojay.
Discography
Studio albums
- 22 (2026)
Extended plays
- Before We Became Strangers (2025)
Singles
- "Arike" (2025)
- "My Brother" (2025)
- "Arike (Remix)" (featuring Mabel and Simi) (2025)
- "Solace" (2026)
- "Gorgeous" (featuring Lojay) (2026)
- "Solace II" (featuring Joeboy) (2026)
References
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Category:Living people
Category:Nigerian male singers
Category:Afrobeats musicians
Category:People from Lagos
References
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