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Phyno

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About Phyno

Nigerian artist Phyno is the king of rap. Check out his albums now!

List of Phyno's featurings

Olamide, Flavour & Tekno Miles

Phyno's age

Phyno is currently 40 years old.

Phyno's country of origin

Phyno is from Nigeria.

Phyno's real name

Phyno's real name is Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike.

The Success Story of Phyno

Who Is Phyno?

Phyno is a Nigerian rapper, singer and record producer whose real name is Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike. He is one of Nigeria’s most popular artists and has been making music since 2003. Phyno has released numerous albums, including his debut album No Guts No Glory (2014) and Deal With It (2019).

Early Life and Career

Born in Enugu State in 1984, Phyno started making music at an early age. He was first introduced to the genre of rap by his cousin O-Lite, who was then a professional rapper. After studying accounting at the Institute of Management and Technology in Enugu, he moved to Lagos to pursue his career in music. In 2010, he began collaborating with other Nigerian acts such as Olamide and Flavour. His first solo single “Ghost Mode” was released in 2012.

Breakthrough Success

Phyno’s breakthrough success came with the release of his debut album No Guts No Glory in 2014. The album featured collaborations with Olamide and Flavour and was a commercial success. It spawned the hit single “Man of the Year” which became an instant hit in Nigeria. The success of the album led to collaborations with other artists such as Tekno Miles.

Recent Work

In 2019, Phyno released his second studio album Deal With It. The album featured collaborations with P-Square, Davido, Zoro, Runtown and Falz among others. The album was a commercial success and spawned the hit single “O Set” which topped the charts in Nigeria. Phyno has also won numerous awards including Best Rap Album at the 2015 Headies Awards.

Net Worth

Phyno’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. He has earned most of his wealth through his successful music career as well as endorsement deals with major brands such as Guinness Nigeria.