Yinka Davies is a prominent Nigerian musician known for her unique sound and captivating performances. Born on April 16, 1970, Yinka Davies hails from Lagos State, Nigeria. Her full name is Yinka Davies-Adepoju, and she is known for blending African rhythms and western sounds to create a unique music style.
Early Life and Education
Yinka Davies attended the University of Lagos, where she obtained a degree in Agriculture. However, her passion for music led her to pursue music as a career. Growing up, Yinka Davies was inspired by the likes of Miriam Makeba, Fela Kuti, and Orlando Julius. She started singing in church at a young age but gained recognition when she joined a Lagos-based band called ‘Kush’ in the early 2000s.
Career
Yinka Davies started her music career by singing in church choirs, but she rose to prominence in the 2000s when she joined the band ‘Kush.’ The band was made up of four Nigerian women, and they released their debut album titled ‘Kush’ in 2000. The album was well-received, and it earned them critical acclaim both locally and internationally.
After the success of ‘Kush,’ Yinka Davies released her debut solo album ‘True Love’ in 2007. The album was a fusion of different music genres, including Jazz, Soul, and Afrobeat. She followed that up with another studio album titled ‘Urban Afro- soul’ in 2010, which further cemented her status as one of Nigeria’s finest musicians.
Yinka Davies’ music has won her several awards and nominations, including the Best Female Vocal Performance category in the 2009 Hip Hop World Awards. She has also worked with some of Nigeria’s biggest music stars, including 2face Idibia, Femi Kuti, and Dbanj.
Discography
| Album Title | Year Released |
|---|---|
| Kush | 2000 |
| True Love | 2007 |
| Urban Afro-Soul | 2010 |
Aside from her music career, Yinka Davies is also a television personality, and she has been a judge on several music talent shows, including Project Fame West Africa and The Voice Nigeria.
Personal Life
Yinka Davies is a mother of two and is known to keep her personal life away from the public eye. Her marital status is unknown, and she has not been linked to any prominent romantic relationship.
Net Worth
Yinka Davies’ net worth is estimated to be around $500,000. In Nigerian Naira, this translates to approximately 205,000,000 NGN. Her net worth in other currencies is as follows:
- Canadian Dollar: 665,000 CAD
- Ghana Cedi: 2,837,000 GHS
- Kenya Shilling: 43,125,000 KES
- South Africa Rand: 7,055,000 ZAR
- Uganda Shilling: 1,820,000 UGX
- India Rupee: 37,100,000 INR
However, it’s important to note that these figures are merely estimates and could be higher or lower depending on various factors such as her investments and endorsements.
Yinka Davies’ music can be found on various platforms including Boomplay, Spotify, and iTunes. She has a strong presence on social media and can be followed on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
For more information about Yinka Davies, you can visit her Wikipedia profile.