Michel-Olivier Martelly (French pronunciation: [miʃɛl-ɔlivje maʁteli]), better known as Olivier Martelly, is a Haitian American singer. He has a stage name, BigO.
Michel Olivier Martelly | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Michel-Olivier Martelly |
| Born | Miami, Florida, U.S. |
| Genres | kompa |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Years active | 2006– |
| Website | www |
Early life edit
Olivier Martelly was born in Miami. His father, Michel Martelly was the 41st President of Haiti, and his mother, Sophia Saint-Rémy Martelly, was First Lady.[1]
Career edit
Martelly's discographies are hard to find, and as public data about him is extremely limited, his career is relatively unknown. In Haiti's 2015 presidential election, he published a song endorsing government-backed candidate Jovenel Moise[2] in response to Wyclef Jean's endorsement of Jude Célestin.[3] Martelly is the CEO of Big O Productions, which features Haitian artists.[4]
References edit
- ^ Charles, Jacqueline (12 May 2015). "Haiti First Lady Sophia Martelly reviewing options after candidacy rejected". Miami Herald. Retrieved 14 December 2015.
- ^ "Olivier Martelly repon-n Wyclef Jean ( Neg Bannan nan ) Jovenel Moise" (in Haitian Creole). 19 October 2015. Retrieved 12 December 2015.
- ^ "Wyclef Jean – Lé a rive! Li sipote (Endorsing) Jude Celestin" (in Haitian Creole). 18 October 2015. Retrieved 12 December 2015.
- ^ Clark, Trent (3 July 2015). "Swizz Beatz Brings Chris Brown & Lil Wayne to Haiti for Free Concert [Photos]". HipHopWired. Retrieved 14 December 2015.
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