Who is Payper Corleone?

Payper Corleone is a Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter from Lagos, Nigeria. He is best known for his unique style of rap music which incorporates elements of hip hop, trap music and afrobeat. He is one of the most popular rappers in Nigeria, with numerous awards and accolades to his name. He has collaborated with many popular artists like Olamide, Reminisce and Phyno.

Early Life

Born Efe Paul Azino on April 30th, 1989 in Lagos, Nigeria, Payper Corleone grew up in a religious home and was exposed to music from an early age. His father was a pastor who often led the church choir, while his mother was an avid lover of gospel music. When he was a teenager, Payper found himself drawn to hip hop music and began to write his own lyrics. He soon developed a unique style of rap that blended elements of hip hop, trap music, and afrobeat.

Career

Payper Corleone first started releasing music in 2012 when he released his debut mixtape “Payper’s World”. The mixtape was well received by both critics and fans alike and soon he gained the attention of some major record labels. In 2013 he released his first album “The Rap Messiah” which featured the singles “Omoge” and “Lagos to Paris”. The album was a huge success and solidified Payper Corleone as one of the foremost rap artists in Nigeria. Since then he has released several more albums, mixtapes and singles which have all been met with critical acclaim. He has also collaborated with some of the biggest names in Nigerian music including Olamide, Reminisce, Phyno and others.

Awards & Accolades

Payper Corleone has won several awards for his music including Best Rap Single at the 2010 Nigeria Music Awards for his single “Lagos to Paris” and Best Hip Hop/Rap Artist of the Year at the 2013 Beatz Awards. He has also earned several nominations for his work including Best Collaboration at the 2017 Nigeria Music Awards for his collaboration with Olamide on the song “Baddest Guy Ever Liveth”.

Legacy

Payper Corleone is widely regarded as one of the most influential rappers in Nigeria. His unique style of rap has inspired a generation of new artists who have followed in his footsteps and created their own unique sound. He continues to be an inspiration to many aspiring rappers in Nigeria and beyond.