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{{Short description|Nigerian singer-songwriter}}
{{Short description|Nigerian singer-songwriter (born 1994)}}
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{{Infobox musical artist
{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Funshur
| name = Kizz Daniel
| image = Funshur.jpg
| image =
| caption =
| caption =
| birth_name = Bademosi Funsho Oluwatope
| birth_name = Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1985|12|18|df=y}}<ref>{{cite news|url= https://winzblog.com?utm_source=Babu&utm_campaign=pct-content&utm_content=Funshur|title= Funshur's Age, Family, Education, Career, Controversy|publisher= winzblog.com}}</ref>
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1994|5|1|df=y}}<ref>{{cite news|url=https://winzblog.com|date= 14 November 2022 |accessdate= 7 December 2022 |title= Kizz Daniel's Wife = Mjay Anidugbe , Age, Family, Education, Career, Controversy|publisher= winzblog.com}}</ref>
| birth_place = [[Ondo State]], Nigeria
| birth_place = [[Abeokuta, Ogun State]], Nigeria
| origin =
| origin =
| genre = {{hlist|[[Afrobeats]]|[[Pop music|Pop]]|[[Contemporary R&B|R&B]]}}
| genre = {{hlist|[[Afrobeats]]|[[Pop music|Pop]]|[[Contemporary R&B|R&B]]}}
| occupation = {{hlist|Singer|Songwriter|Entertainer|Fashion Designer}}
| occupation = {{hlist|Singer|Songwriter|Entertainer}}
| years_active = 2015{{emdash}}present
| years_active = 2014{{emdash}}present
| label = {{hlist|Tunde Success Ent| ({{small|former)}}}}
| label = {{hlist|Fly Boy Inc|[[Empire Africa]]|[[Empire Distribution|Empire]]|[[G-Worldwide]] ({{small|former)}}}}
| associated_acts = {{flatlist|
| associated_acts = {{flatlist|
*[[Tunde Success]]
* [[Emperor Geezy]]
*[[9ice]]
* [[Wizkid]]
*[[Gyakie]]}}
* [[Nasty C]]
* [[Tiwa Savage]]
| alias = Kalieyah
* [[Davido]]}}
| alias = Vado
}}
}}


'''Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe''' (born 1 May 1994), who is better known as '''Kizz Daniel''' (formerly '''Kiss Daniel'''),<ref>{{Cite web |last=Anazia |first=Daniel |date=19 October 2019 |title=Kizz Daniel In Fresh Battle With Former Record Label, G-Worldwide |url=https://guardian.ng/life/kizz-daniel-in-fresh-battle-with-former-record-label-g-worldwide/ |access-date=3 June 2023 |website=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)]] |language=en-US}}</ref> is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He rose to fame in 2014 with his debut single, "[[Woju (song)|Woju]]".<ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://thenationonlineng.net/new/drop-album-yet-kiss-daniel/ | title=Why I can't drop an album yet – Kiss Daniel |magazine=[[The Nation (Nigeria)|The Nation]] | date=3 February 2015| access-date=19 March 2015 | first=Famuyiwa|last=Damilare}}</ref> He signed a record deal with G-Worldwide Entertainment in 2013, but left the label following a publicized contract dispute and court case.<ref>{{cite web |author1=Ehis Ohunyon |title=Singer changes his name to Kizz Daniel |url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/kiss-daniel-singer-changes-his-name-to-kizz-daniel/1exr02v |publisher=Pulse|website=Pulse.ng |date=22 May 2018}}</ref> He founded the Fly Boy Inc record label in November 2017.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://thenet.ng/2017/11/confirmed-kiss-daniel-exits-g-worldwide-unveils-new-record-label/|title=CONFIRMED: Kiss Daniel Exits G-Worldwide and Unveils New Record Label|date=14 November 2017|website=[[Nigerian Entertainment Today]]|access-date=17 November 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171117122041/http://thenet.ng/2017/11/confirmed-kiss-daniel-exits-g-worldwide-unveils-new-record-label/|archive-date=17 November 2017|url-status=dead}}</ref>
'''Bademosi Funsho Oluwatope''' (born 18 Dec 1985), who is better known as '''Funshur''' (formerly '''Gee Kalieyah'''),</ref> is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He discovered his music career in 2016, in July 29, 2022 he dropped his first debut EP, "[[Gratitude and Love in 2022(EP)|Gratitude and Love]]”. He released a debut Single in September 24 2022, "[[Radio Message (Single)|Radio message]]".


On 8 August 2022, Kizz Daniel was arrested in [[Dar es Salaam]] by the Tanzanian police force over failure to perform.<ref>{{Cite web |first=Benjamin|last=Njoku |title=Kizz Daniel opens up on his arrest in Tanzania|date= 12 August 2022 |url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/08/kizz-daniel-opens-up-on-his-arrest-in-tanzania/ |access-date=28 November 2022 |website=[[Vanguard (Nigeria)|Vanguard]]|language=en-US}}</ref>
== Early life ==

Funshur was born as Bademosi Funsho Oluwatope in [[Ondo]], [[Ondo State]], [[Nigeria]].</ref> He hails from Ondo West local government area.
On 3 February 2023, he was announced by [[Audiomack]] alongside [[Snazzy the Optimist]], [[Asake]] and [[1ucid]] as the top trending and most streamed artistes.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Obioha |first=Vanessa |title=Audiomack Announces 1UCID, Asake, Snazzy The Optimist on Trending Songs of the Week - THISDAYLIVE |url=https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/02/03/audiomack-announces-1ucid-asake-snazzy-the-optimist-on-trending-songs-of-the-week?amp=1 |access-date=3 June 2023 |website=[[This Day]]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Asake, 1ucid, Snazzy The Optimist, Kizz Daniel top Audiomack's trending list |url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2023/02/asake-1ucid-snazzy-the-optimist-kizz-daniel-top-audiomacks-trending-list/amp/ |website=[[Vanguard (Nigeria)]]}}</ref>

== Early life and education ==
Kizz Daniel was born as Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe in [[Abeokuta]], [[Ogun State]], [[Nigeria]].<ref>{{Cite news |title=How Kizz Daniel born triplets but one die |work=BBC News Pidgin |url=https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-57845815 |access-date=14 June 2022}}</ref> He hails from Abeokuta North local government area. He attended [[Abeokuta Grammar School]] and graduated from [[Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta]], in 2013, with a degree in Water Resources Management and [[Agrometeorology]] (Water Engineering).<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/kiss-daniel-5-interesting-facts-about-the-singer/845wevk|title=5 interesting facts about the singer|date=6 December 2017|website=www.pulse.ng|access-date=7 May 2019}}</ref> While in university, he decided to pursue music as a career alongside his studies.<ref>{{Cite news |url=http://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/kiss-daniel-10-things-you-dont-know-about-woju-singer-id3507573.html|title=Kiss Daniel: 10 things you don"t know about "Woju" the musician |last=Akan|first=Joey|access-date=3 July 2018}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=26 January 2024 |title=Kizz Daniel – Cough (Odo) Ft. Empire 2024 |url=https://loadedtunes.com/kizz-daniel-cough-odo-ft-empire/ |access-date=9 February 2024 |website=LoadedTunes}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.vibeexclusiva.com/2022/10/kizz-daniel-cough-odo-ft-empire-2022.html|title=Kizz Daniel – Cough (Odo) Ft. Empire 2022|date=25 September 2022|website=www.vibeexclusiva|access-date=24 October 2022}}</ref>


==Career==
==Career==
In May 2022, Funshur released a first EP “Gratitude & Love,” follow up single, "Radio Message," in 2022 after he came back from Ghana.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2022-08-12 |title=Funshur - Radio Message Audio |url=https://open.spotify.com/track/4hKKf3cc2AiIIqyJsvI4KQ?si=Up5ENzutQOSRijckr74pCg |access-date=2022-09-24 |language=en-US}}</ref> Funshur released his first studio EP titled [[Gratitude & Love (Funshur EP)|Gratitude & Love]] on July 29, 2022.</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Spotify |date=2022-09-24 |title=Funshur Releases Track List for ‘Gratitude & Love’ EP |url=https://open.spotify.com/album/5KteU1en38krbCEumL1vW1?si=7bzo4qpCRfiORzwJZSbODQ |access-date=2022-09-24 |website=Songwhip |language=en-US}}</ref>
In May 2015, Kizz Daniel released a third follow up single, "Laye," on his birthday, along with a video two weeks later which was shot in different locations in the eastern part of Africa and was directed by AJE FILMS.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=12 August 2022 |title=Kizz Daniel - Laye Audio |url=https://offblogmedia.com/kizz-daniel-laye-mp3-download/ |access-date=12 August 2022 |language=en-US}}</ref> Daniel released his first studio album titled [[New Era (Kiss Daniel album)|New Era]] on 14 May 2016.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pulse.ng/buzz/kiss-daniel-a-dope-album-will-always-have-enough-to-last-an-artiste-for-a-year-id6232774.html| url-status = dead| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170217092928/http://pulse.ng/buzz/kiss-daniel-a-dope-album-will-always-have-enough-to-last-an-artiste-for-a-year-id6232774.html| archive-date = 17 February 2017| title = Kiss Daniel: A dope album will always have enough to last an artiste for a year - Buzz - Pulse}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=BellaNaija.com |date=4 May 2016 |title=Kiss Daniel Releases Track List for 'New Era' Album |url=https://www.bellanaija.com/2016/05/kiss-daniel-releases-track-list-for-new-era-album/ |access-date=8 November 2023 |website=BellaNaija |language=en-US}}</ref>


After his exit from his former label [[G-Worldwide Entertainment|G-WorldWide]], he went to float his own personal imprint FLYBOY I.N.C. which recently signed two new acts Demmie Vee and Philkeyz. After which Kizz Daniel was featured on Demmie Vee single entitled "You Go Wait?".<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.mp3bullet.ng/demmie-vee-ft-kizz-daniel-you-go-wait-mp3|title=Demmie Vee ft. Kizz Daniel – You Go Wait?|access-date=5 October 2018}}</ref> 2018 was sure a good year for the WOJU crooner, he featured [[Wizkid (musician)|Wizkid]] on a Hit Song "FOR YOU"<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.mp3bullet.ng/kizz-daniel-x-wizkid-for-you-prod-philkeyz-music|title=Kizz Daniel ft Wizkid - For You|access-date=14 June 2018}}</ref> and [[Davido]] on another single "One Ticket" which hit the charts within 24hrs of its release. On 30 December 2018, Kizz Daniel released his 2nd Studio album and his first under FlyBoy Inc titled "No Bad Songz". The album contained 20 Songs including the pre-released One Ticket which he featured [[Davido]]. Other features on the Album included Nasty C, [[Diamond Platnumz|Diamond Platiumz]], Philkeyz, Demmie Vee, [[DJ Xclusive]], [[Wretch 32]], [[Diplo]] and [[Sarkodie (rapper)|Sarkodie]]. The album received positive reviews from music lovers, it debuted at No 55 on the US iTunes Chart and became number 1 on the world Album Chart within 24 hours of its release. On 25 June 2020, he released his third studio album 'King of Love'<ref>{{cite web |last1=Alake |first1=Motolani |url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/kizz-daniel-releases-new-album-king-of-love/ks11b7t |website=Pulse Ng |access-date=4 July 2020|title=Kizz Daniel releases new album, 'King of Love'|date=26 June 2020}}</ref>
Meanwhile In 2023, many of his fans thought he would make a career switch to fashion as he was uploading outfits and other stuffs. However he said he has no intention of switching to fashion as music is his main talent while fashion is his another part of hustle.


In 2017, many of his fans thought he would make a career switch to comedy as he was uploading comedy skits. However he said he has no intention of switching to comedy as music is his main talent.<ref>{{Cite web|title=My comedy skits are strategic –Kiss Daniel|url=https://punchng.com/my-comedy-skits-are-strategic-kiss-daniel/|access-date=26 February 2021|website=Punch Newspapers|date=15 October 2017|language=en-US}}</ref>


For the [[FIFA World Cup|2022 FIFA World Cup]], https://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/entertainment/kizz-daniel-delivers-a-spectacular-performance-at-2022-fifa-world-cup-qatar-photos/ Kizz Daniel performed] his hit single "Buga" at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, he has expressed his desire to perform at the FIFA World Cup and shared an update on whether he would be appearing at the world's biggest footballing event.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Esther |first=Usoro Glory |date=19 October 2022 |title=Kizz Daniel to perform at FIFA World Cup 2023 |url=https://businessday.ng/life-arts/article/kizz-daniel-to-perform-at-fifa-world-cup-2023/ |access-date=8 November 2023 |website=Businessday NG |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Yaakugh |first=Kumashe |date=16 October 2022 |title=World Cup 2022: Reactions to Kizz Daniel's tweet about performing Buga at event |url=https://www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1498193-kizz-daniel-update-intention-perform-buga-fifa-world-cup-2022/ |access-date=8 November 2023 |website=Legit.ng - Nigeria news. |language=en}}</ref>
He is working on his incoming album called "Peace of mind (peace)" produced by [[Richpro]],</ref>


He acquired a new house<ref>https://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/entertainment/vado-see-the-amazing-multi-million-naira-house-kizz-daniel-gifts-his-3-month-old-sons-jelani-and-jalil-see-photos/</ref> and announced it in September 2022, According to his own statements, he always wanted a house on the water for his wife and children which he claims will soon be possible.
===Record label name===
He is under a record label which owned by Bademosi Tunde “Tunde Success Ent” </ref>


He recently released a new song called "Cough (Odo)" produced by [[Blaisebeatz|Blaise Beatz]],<ref>{{Cite web |last=Agambila |first=Dorcas |date=17 November 2022 |title=Kizz Daniel reveals why he titled his latest single 'Odo' |url=https://www.pulse.com.gh/entertainment/music/kizz-daniel-reveals-why-he-titled-his-latest-single-odo/s2v1kp7 |access-date=8 November 2023 |website=Pulse Ghana |language=en}}</ref> this is Kizz Daniel's second official release of the year 2022.<ref>{{Cite web |date=17 October 2022 |title=Kizz Daniel celebrates as 'Cough (Odo)' moves to No. 1 on Apple Music Chart |url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/10/kizz-daniel-celebrates-as-cough-odo-moves-to-no-1-on-apple-music-chart/ |access-date=18 October 2022 |website=Vanguard News |language=en-GB}}</ref>
== EP “Gratitude & Love ==
On July 29, 2022, he released EP “Gratitude & Love” which consist of 5 tracks [[Money “Owo” | Beautiful Trance | Used to you ft zibahdelly | Valley | Gratitude]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-07-29 |title=Funshur's Beautiful Trance makes waves |url=https://open.spotify.com/album/5KteU1en38krbCEumL1vW1?si=O2lvDy_PQyW-vw3HE5ekaA/ |access-date=2022-07-29 </ref>


===Record label dispute and name change===
This captivating track is set to take the music world by storm with its infectious rhythm and irresistible vibes.
In November 2017, Kizz Daniel announced his split from his record label, G-Worldwide, and created his own label called FLYBOY I.N.C.<ref>{{Cite news |url=https://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2017/11/13/kiss-daniel-leaves-g-worldwide-label/|title=Kiss Daniel Leaves G-Worldwide Label - PM NEWS Nigeria|date=13 November 2017|work=PM NEWS Nigeria|access-date=3 July 2018}}</ref> He was sued to court by the former record label but was not found guilty for any of the crimes he was accused of.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.pulse.ng| title = Breaking News & Top Stories {{!}} Pulse Nigeria}}
/entertainment/music/kiss-daniel-g-worldwide-full-story-id7707718.html</ref><ref>{{Cite news |url=http://www.punchng.com/g-worldwide-drags-kiss-daniel-to-court/|title=G-Worldwide drags Kiss Daniel to court|work=Punch Newspapers|access-date=3 July 2018}}</ref>


In May 2018, Kizz Daniel announced that he had changed his stage name from Kiss Daniel to Kizz Daniel, a name that immediately reflected on his social media accounts. New Spotify and Apple Music accounts were also created immediately with the name Kizz Daniel, with his new songs featured.<ref>{{Cite news |url=http://dailypost.ng/2018/05/22/nigerian-musician-kiss-daniel-changes-stage-name/|title=Nigerian musician, Kiss Daniel changes stage name - Daily Post Nigeria|date=22 May 2018|work=Daily Post-Nigeria |access-date=3 July 2018}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bellanaija.com/2018/05/kiss-daniel-name-kizz-daniel/|title=Kiss Daniel changes name to Kizz Daniel - BellaNaija|website=www.bellanaija.com|date=22 May 2018|access-date=3 July 2018}}</ref>
"Radio Message" showcases Funshur's incredible artistry and unique musical style that has endeared him to his fans worldwide. The song combines elements of [[Afrobeat]], contemporary R&B, creating a dynamic and mesmerizing sound that is undeniably Funshur.


In June 2018, Kizz Daniel's former record label G-Worldwide made a move to own the rights to the name "Kizz Daniel" and further advised the singer to desist from using the name or face legal consequences in a press release sent out to media houses.<ref>{{Cite web |date=15 June 2018 |title=G-Worldwide Strikes Again, Claims Ownership Of Name "Kizz Daniel" |url=https://guardian.ng/life/g-worldwide-strikes-again-claims-ownership-of-name-kizz-daniel/ |access-date=14 June 2022 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> In October 2018 Daniel responded to the suit and statement made by his former record label G-Worldwide through his own lawyer.<ref name="Luvmp">{{cite web |url=https://luvmp.com/entertainment/kizz-daniel-fires-back-at-g-worldwide-record-label-1/|title=Kizz Daniel Fires Back At G-Worldwide Record Label|work=Luvmp|last=Uche|first=Prinx|date=27 October 2019}}</ref> In April 2022, [[Emperor Geezy]] and Daniel settled their disputes, outside the court in a viral video tagged #Peace&Love.<ref>{{cite web |title=Kizz Daniel resolves differences with Emperor Geezy, former record label |url=https://businessday.ng/news/article/kizz-daniel-resolves-differences-with-emperor-geezy-former-record-label/ |website=Businessday NG |access-date=3 May 2022 |date=1 May 2022}}</ref>
"Radio Message" by Funshur is now available on all major streaming platforms. Fans can also use his songs for video on all social platforms <ref>

In February 2023, Kizz Daniel won the Song of the Year award at the [[Soundcity MVP Awards]] which were held at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos with "Buga".<ref>{{cite web |title=Burnaboy, Black Sherif, Win At The Soundcity MVP Awards 2023 (FULL WINNERS LIST)
|url=https://africanfolder.com/burnaboy-black-sherif-win-at-the-soundcity-mvp-awards-2023-full-winners-list/|website=African Folder |access-date=12 February 2023}}</ref>

== Buga ==
On 4 May 2022, he released a chart-topping single titled "Buga".<ref>{{Cite web |date=12 June 2022 |title=Kizz Daniel's Buga makes waves globally |url=https://www.sunnewsonline.com/kizz-daniels-buga-makes-waves-globally-2/ |access-date=13 June 2022 |website=The Sun Nigeria |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=5 May 2022 |title=Kizz Daniel And Tekno Drop New Collaboration 'Buga' |url=https://editor.guardian.ng/life/kizz-daniel-and-tekno-drop-new-collaboration-buga/ |access-date=13 June 2022 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> The song became a hit with dance challenges on Instagram and TikTok with prominent people including the President of Liberia, [[George Weah]] dancing to it.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Abu |first=Eugenia |date=5 August 2022 |title=Kizz Daniel, buga rhymes and presidential dance steps |url=https://businessday.ng/columnist/article/kizz-daniel-buga-rhymes-and-presidential-dance-steps/ |access-date=15 August 2022 |website=Businessday NG |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Kizz Daniel's 'Buga' Is The Most Googled Song In Nigeria |url=https://www.channelstv.com/2022/07/21/kizz-daniels-buga-is-the-most-googled-song-in-nigeria/ |access-date=15 August 2022 |website=Channels Television}}</ref>

== Shu Peru ==
Kizz Daniel releases a new song titled "Shu Peru" on 12 May 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Emmanuel |first=Solution |date=12 May 2023 |title=Kizz Daniel returns with new single 'Shu Peru' |url=https://www.premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/music/598207-kizz-daniel-returns-with-new-single-shu-peru.html |access-date=8 November 2023 |website=Premium Times Nigeria |language=en-GB}}</ref>
"Shu Peru" combines elements of [[Afrobeat]], Afro-pop, and contemporary R&B. It was made available on all major streaming platforms.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kizz Daniel's 'Shuperu' New song |url=https://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/download-music/kizz-daniel-shu-peru/ |access-date=12 May 2023 |website=Naijaloaded}}</ref>


== Personal life ==
== Personal life ==
On 1 May 2021, he welcomed a set of triplets with his mysterious girlfriend. Kizz later revealed how he lost one of his triplets, just four days after birth as he acquired a two-bedroom penthouse each for his other children.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Emmanuel |date=16 July 2021 |title=One Of The Triplets Of Kizz Daniel Is Dead, He Confirms |language=en |website=Candy TV |url=https://candytv.ng/one-of-the-triplets-of-kizz-daniel-is-died-he-confirms/ |access-date=27 July 2021}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=15 July 2021 |title=Kizz Daniels Gifts His 2 Sons A 2-Bedroom Luxurious Penthouse, Reveals They Were Triplets |url=https://www.ghgossip.com/kizz-daniels-gifts-his-2-sons-a-2-bedroom-luxurious-penthouse-reveals-they-were-triplets/ |access-date=8 November 2023 |website=www.ghgossip.com |language=en-AU}}</ref>
On September 27, 2016, he traveled to UAE to spend his moments and to learn their culture. He traveled to ghana on December 31 2021 for a show while he took his time to rest and learn their culture.


==Discography==
==Discography==
'''Studio albums and EPs'''
'''Studio albums and EPs'''
*''[[Gratitude & Love (Funshur album)|Gratitude & Love]]'' (2022)
* ''[[New Era (Kiss Daniel album)|New Era]]'' (2016)
* ''No Bad Songz'' (2018)<ref>{{cite web |title=Kizz Daniel - No Bad Songz Album - TrendyBeatz.com |url=https://trendybeatz.com/artist-albums/683/kizz-daniel-no-bad-songz-album |website=Trendybeatz.com |language=en}}</ref>

* ''King of Love'' (2020)<ref>{{Cite web|date=24 June 2020|title=DOWNLOAD Kizz Daniel set to drop new album, 'King of Love' tomorrow, releases tracklist|url=https://yahiphop.com/e-news/kizz-daniel-set-to-drop-new-album-king-of-love-tomorrow-releases-tracklist/|access-date=25 June 2020|website=Yahiphop.com}}</ref>
* ''Barnabas'' (2021)<ref>{{Cite web|title=Kizz Daniel drops new EP "Barnabas" - P.M. News|url=https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2021/11/19/kizz-daniel-drops-new-ep-barnabas/|access-date=21 November 2021|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Alake |first=Motolani |date=6 June 2022 |title=An outsider's view of how Kizz Daniel went from industry pariah to having Nigerian parents in a chokehold [Pulse Editor's Opinion] |url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/kizz-daniel-is-winning-with-buga-how-did-he-do-it/grkpq4m |access-date=13 June 2022 |website=Pulse Nigeria |language=en}}</ref>
* ''Maverick'' (2023)
* TZA (2024)<ref>{{Cite web |last=Premium |first=Times |date=13 March 2024 |title=Kizz Daniels Drops a New EP "TZA" |url=https://www.premiumtimesng.com/promoted/676974-kizz-daniel-drops-a-new-ep-tza-thankz-a-lot-featuring-4-tracks.html |website=The Premium Tiimes}}</ref>


== Awards and nominations ==
== Awards and nominations ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Year
!Event
!Prize
!Result
!Ref
|-
| rowspan="4" |2015
|The Headies
|Next Rated
|{{Nominated}}
|<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2015/09/breaking-wizkid-olamide-praiz-others-nominated-for-theheadies2015/|title=Breaking: Wizkid, Olamide, Praiz, others nominated for #TheHeadies2015!|date=30 September 2015|work=Vanguard News|access-date=3 July 2018}}</ref>
|-
|Nigeria Entertainment Award
|Best New Act to Watch
|{{Won}}
|<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.okayafrica.com/nigeria-entertainment-awards-nominees-2015/|title=The Nigeria Entertainment Awards Announce 2015 Nominees|date=15 June 2015|work=OkayAfrica|access-date=3 July 2018}}</ref>
|-
| rowspan="2" |City People Entertainment
|Most Promising Act of the Year (Male)
|{{Nominated}}
| rowspan="2" |<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://tooxclusive.com/news/city-people-awards-2015-nominees-list/90246.html|title=City People Awards 2015 Nominees List|date=13 July 2015|work=TooXclusive|access-date=3 July 2018}}</ref>
|-
|Popular Song of the Year
|{{Nominated}}
|-
| rowspan="9" |2016
|MTV Africa Music Award
|Listener's Choice
|{{Nominated}}
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Revision as of 15:34, 22 May 2024

Kizz Daniel
Birth nameOluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe
Also known asVado
Born (1994-05-01) 1 May 1994 (age 30)[1]
Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • Songwriter
  • Entertainer
Years active2014—present
Labels

Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe (born 1 May 1994), who is better known as Kizz Daniel (formerly Kiss Daniel),[2] is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He rose to fame in 2014 with his debut single, "Woju".[3] He signed a record deal with G-Worldwide Entertainment in 2013, but left the label following a publicized contract dispute and court case.[4] He founded the Fly Boy Inc record label in November 2017.[5]

On 8 August 2022, Kizz Daniel was arrested in Dar es Salaam by the Tanzanian police force over failure to perform.[6]

On 3 February 2023, he was announced by Audiomack alongside Snazzy the Optimist, Asake and 1ucid as the top trending and most streamed artistes.[7][8]

Early life and education

Kizz Daniel was born as Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria.[9] He hails from Abeokuta North local government area. He attended Abeokuta Grammar School and graduated from Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, in 2013, with a degree in Water Resources Management and Agrometeorology (Water Engineering).[10] While in university, he decided to pursue music as a career alongside his studies.[11][12][13]

Career

In May 2015, Kizz Daniel released a third follow up single, "Laye," on his birthday, along with a video two weeks later which was shot in different locations in the eastern part of Africa and was directed by AJE FILMS.[14] Daniel released his first studio album titled New Era on 14 May 2016.[15][16]

After his exit from his former label G-WorldWide, he went to float his own personal imprint FLYBOY I.N.C. which recently signed two new acts Demmie Vee and Philkeyz. After which Kizz Daniel was featured on Demmie Vee single entitled "You Go Wait?".[17] 2018 was sure a good year for the WOJU crooner, he featured Wizkid on a Hit Song "FOR YOU"[18] and Davido on another single "One Ticket" which hit the charts within 24hrs of its release. On 30 December 2018, Kizz Daniel released his 2nd Studio album and his first under FlyBoy Inc titled "No Bad Songz". The album contained 20 Songs including the pre-released One Ticket which he featured Davido. Other features on the Album included Nasty C, Diamond Platiumz, Philkeyz, Demmie Vee, DJ Xclusive, Wretch 32, Diplo and Sarkodie. The album received positive reviews from music lovers, it debuted at No 55 on the US iTunes Chart and became number 1 on the world Album Chart within 24 hours of its release. On 25 June 2020, he released his third studio album 'King of Love'[19]

In 2017, many of his fans thought he would make a career switch to comedy as he was uploading comedy skits. However he said he has no intention of switching to comedy as music is his main talent.[20]

For the 2022 FIFA World Cup, https://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/entertainment/kizz-daniel-delivers-a-spectacular-performance-at-2022-fifa-world-cup-qatar-photos/ Kizz Daniel performed] his hit single "Buga" at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, he has expressed his desire to perform at the FIFA World Cup and shared an update on whether he would be appearing at the world's biggest footballing event.[21][22]

He acquired a new house[23] and announced it in September 2022, According to his own statements, he always wanted a house on the water for his wife and children which he claims will soon be possible.

He recently released a new song called "Cough (Odo)" produced by Blaise Beatz,[24] this is Kizz Daniel's second official release of the year 2022.[25]

Record label dispute and name change

In November 2017, Kizz Daniel announced his split from his record label, G-Worldwide, and created his own label called FLYBOY I.N.C.[26] He was sued to court by the former record label but was not found guilty for any of the crimes he was accused of.[27][28]

In May 2018, Kizz Daniel announced that he had changed his stage name from Kiss Daniel to Kizz Daniel, a name that immediately reflected on his social media accounts. New Spotify and Apple Music accounts were also created immediately with the name Kizz Daniel, with his new songs featured.[29][30]

In June 2018, Kizz Daniel's former record label G-Worldwide made a move to own the rights to the name "Kizz Daniel" and further advised the singer to desist from using the name or face legal consequences in a press release sent out to media houses.[31] In October 2018 Daniel responded to the suit and statement made by his former record label G-Worldwide through his own lawyer.[32] In April 2022, Emperor Geezy and Daniel settled their disputes, outside the court in a viral video tagged #Peace&Love.[33]

In February 2023, Kizz Daniel won the Song of the Year award at the Soundcity MVP Awards which were held at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos with "Buga".[34]

Buga

On 4 May 2022, he released a chart-topping single titled "Buga".[35][36] The song became a hit with dance challenges on Instagram and TikTok with prominent people including the President of Liberia, George Weah dancing to it.[37][38]

Shu Peru

Kizz Daniel releases a new song titled "Shu Peru" on 12 May 2023.[39] "Shu Peru" combines elements of Afrobeat, Afro-pop, and contemporary R&B. It was made available on all major streaming platforms.[40]

Personal life

On 1 May 2021, he welcomed a set of triplets with his mysterious girlfriend. Kizz later revealed how he lost one of his triplets, just four days after birth as he acquired a two-bedroom penthouse each for his other children.[41][42]

Discography

Studio albums and EPs

Awards and nominations

Year Event Prize Result Ref
2015 The Headies Next Rated Nominated [48]
Nigeria Entertainment Award Best New Act to Watch Won [49]
City People Entertainment Most Promising Act of the Year (Male) Nominated [50]
Popular Song of the Year Nominated
2016 MTV Africa Music Award Listener's Choice Nominated [51]
Nigeria Entertainment Award Afropop Artist of the Year Won [52]
Hottest Single of the Year Won
City People Music Award Music Artist of the Year (Male) Won [53]
Popular Song of the Year Nominated [54]
The Headies Best R&B/Pop Album Won [55][56]
Hip Hop World Revelation of the Year Won
Best Pop Single Nominated
Album of the Year Won
2017 The Future Awards Africa Nigeria Prize for Music Nominated [57]
Nigeria Entertainment Award Best Album of the Year Nominated
2018 The Headies Song of the Year Nominated [58]
Best Pop Single Nominated
Best Ragge/Dancehall Single Nominated
Viewer's Choice Nominated
2023 Soundcity MVP Awards Song of the Year Won [59]

References

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  2. ^ Anazia, Daniel (19 October 2019). "Kizz Daniel In Fresh Battle With Former Record Label, G-Worldwide". The Guardian (Nigeria). Retrieved 3 June 2023.
  3. ^ Damilare, Famuyiwa (3 February 2015). "Why I can't drop an album yet – Kiss Daniel". The Nation. Retrieved 19 March 2015.
  4. ^ Ehis Ohunyon (22 May 2018). "Singer changes his name to Kizz Daniel". Pulse.ng. Pulse.
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  6. ^ Njoku, Benjamin (12 August 2022). "Kizz Daniel opens up on his arrest in Tanzania". Vanguard. Retrieved 28 November 2022.
  7. ^ Obioha, Vanessa. "Audiomack Announces 1UCID, Asake, Snazzy The Optimist on Trending Songs of the Week - THISDAYLIVE". This Day. Retrieved 3 June 2023.
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  10. ^ "5 interesting facts about the singer". www.pulse.ng. 6 December 2017. Retrieved 7 May 2019.
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  17. ^ "Demmie Vee ft. Kizz Daniel – You Go Wait?". Retrieved 5 October 2018.
  18. ^ "Kizz Daniel ft Wizkid - For You". Retrieved 14 June 2018.
  19. ^ Alake, Motolani (26 June 2020). "Kizz Daniel releases new album, 'King of Love'". Pulse Ng. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
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  25. ^ "Kizz Daniel celebrates as 'Cough (Odo)' moves to No. 1 on Apple Music Chart". Vanguard News. 17 October 2022. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
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