Here is a list of 7 Nigerian musicians who made it in secular music after leaving the church choir:


1. Waje
The gifted singer began singing gospel tunes at the Word of Faith Church, Benin. As an undergraduate at University of Nigeria Nsukka, Waje focused on her musical works such as school concerts and fellowships. Her major break came in 2008, when she featured in the P-Square hit track titled “Do Me.” After then , she went on to feature on ‘One Naira’ with M.I and produce her own songs. She released her self-titled debut album in 2013.

2. J Martins
During his undergraduate days at Institute of Management Technology, Enugu, the music act was involved in production and had a production company named Glorious Praise. He also produced for only gospel singers back then and was actively involved in the church choir, this gave him exposure to diverse musical instruments. Since he launched into the secular industry, he has had major collaborations with artistes like PSquare, Timaya, Waje and Youssou N’dour.

3. Wande Coal
The hip hop act began singing in the teenage choir in church alongside his friend, Chuddy K. Both singers were in a boy band called Salvation Boiz. Wande got his break in the Nigerian entertainment industry as a dancer. He continued improving on his vocal skills and got signed to Don Jazzy’s Mo’ Hits Records in 2006.

4. Wizkid
The Starboy began singing at the age of 11 in church with the stage name ‘Lil Prinz’ before rebranding to ‘Wizkid’ in 2006; and ever since, he has been able to make a name for himself in the industry. He got his major break into the music industry in 2010 with the hit singles ‘Holla At Your Boy,’ ‘Tease Me,’ and ‘Don’t Dull.’ He released his debut album ‘Superstar’ in 2011.

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I nor nor wetin I do moderators them just dey ban any how

Any way I dey go join choir tomorrow if dey can do it
#in obamas voice YES I CAN

WizKid kwa? Choir for which church? Wizkid is a Muslim jhoor. OP stop misleading the public pls.

where is maheeeeeda, d naija unsuccessful kim k. she raaaan away from d church, she did not leave.

op you are unenlightened o. ....90 percent of Nigerian musicians started from the church. ....there's no need for this list

that list isnt complete without VECTOR??