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Morravey

Daniella Ibinabo Daniel (/ˌɪbɪˈnɑːboʊ/ ee-bih-NAH-boh; born March 13, 2004), known professionally as Morravey, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. She is best known for her appearance on Davido's 2023 song "In the Garden," which entered the TurnTable Top 100. She signed with Sony Music Africa to release her debut extended play Ravi that same year, which peaked at number thirty three on the TurnTable Top 50 chart.[4]

Morravey
Birth nameDaniella Ibinabo Daniel[1]
Born (2004-03-13) March 13, 2004 (age 20)[2]
Port, Rivers State, Nigeria
OriginKalabari
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Instruments
Years active2020–present
Labels
Websitemorravey.com

Early life

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Daniella Ibinabo Daniel was born on March 13, 2004, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.[5] She is the oldest of five siblings and the first daughter of her parents.[6] From a young age, Daniella began performing at local events, church choirs, and school functions.[7]

My first meaningful experience with music wasn't the typical choir routine, although I briefly joined one. However, I quickly realized it wasn't my path. My most memorable musical experience was mimicking songs I loved and enjoyed as a child. I continued doing this until I developed confidence in my tone and singing abilities. As I grew more confident, I started writing my own songs.[7]

Career

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2020–2023: Career beginnings and RAVI

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Morravey began her music career in 2020 by posting song covers on social media.[8] In 2023, while practicing a cover, a friend secretly recorded her and posted the video weeks later without her knowledge.[9] Unbeknownst to Morravey, the video went viral. Nigerian singer Davido discovered her talent through the video and subsequently offered her a recording contract with DMW.[10] On March 31, 2023, Davido released his fourth studio album, Timeless,[11] featuring Morravey on the track "In the Garden".[12] This collaboration served as Morravey's debut single and contributed to her rise to fame,[13] debuting at number 83 on the TurnTable Top 100 chart.[14] After her successful collaboration with Davido, Morravey performed live sessions of "Feel" and "In the Garden" with Glitch Africa.[15]

On November 2, 2023, she released her debut extended play (EP), RAVI, featuring Davido.[16][17] Adeayo Adebiyi of Pulse Nigeria praised the EP as "a bold statement of intent where the music speaks for itself," rating it 7/10 and highlighting her readiness to enter the mainstream.[18] The EP charted on Apple Music's Albums chart in various countries, peaking at No. 4 in Nigeria, No. 6 in Cameroon, No. 97 in the UK, and No. 33 on the TurnTable Top 50.[19][20] On November 7, she was named Apple Music's Latest Act.[21] She subsequently released the official music video for "Magician", a standout track from her debut EP, RAVI.[22]

2024–present

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In May 2024, she released the music video for "Condo".[23] This was followed by the remix "What is Love", featuring DJY Wagner Musiq, released on September 5, 2024.[24] On September 27, Morravey dropped her single "Ifineme" via Entertainment West Africa Limited.[25][26] Capping off a successful quarter, she was named one of Billboard's Afrobeats Fresh Picks on September 30, alongside notable artists Oxlade, Fireboy DML, and Mofe.[27]

Discography

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EPs

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List of extended plays, with selected details
Title Details
RAVI[28]

Singles

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As lead artist

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List of singles as lead artist, with year released and album shown
Title Year Album
"What is Love" 2023 RAVI
"High Again"[29]
"Condo"[30]
"My Baby"
"Magician" (with Davido)[31]
"Ifineme" 2024 Non-album singles
"Upstandin"
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List of singles as featured artist, with year released and album shown
Title Year Album
"In The Garden" 2023 Timeless

References

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  1. ^ "Morravey is Ready for Stardom". TurnTable. November 9, 2023. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  2. ^ Oluwadamilola Ogungbenle (March 14, 2024). "Happy birthday my superstar – Davido celebrates signee, Morravey at 20". The Nation. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  3. ^ "DMW Records Artists". Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  4. ^ Michelle Ejiro (November 30, 2023). "Morravey's Journey To Long-Lasting Fame Is Just Beginning". Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  5. ^ Dom Alonge (November 8, 2023). "49th Exclusive: Meet DMW's Diamond, Morravey". The49thstreet. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  6. ^ Ferdinand Ekechukwu (May 6, 2023). "12 Fun Facts To Know About Morravey". This Day. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  7. ^ a b Bomi Anifowose (October 19, 2024). "Morravey talks about her miraculous breakthrough, her love for Nicki Minaj and presumed silence". The Upperent. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  8. ^ Nwanneamaka, Igwe (March 31, 2023). "Meet Morravey, the Nigerian singer everyone's betting on". The Native. Retrieved October 1, 2024.
  9. ^ Joy, Onuorah (April 10, 2023). "How Davido reached out to me – Signee Morravey". Vanguard Allure (Interview). Retrieved October 1, 2024.
  10. ^ Adeayo Adebiyi (March 29, 2023). "Davido signs Morravey to DMW". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved October 1, 2024.
  11. ^ Aisha Salaudeen; Larry Madowo (March 31, 2023). "Afrobeats superstar Davido drops new album 'Timeless'". CNN. Archived from the original on April 7, 2023. Retrieved October 1, 2024.
  12. ^ Daniel, Wisdom (June 12, 2023). "Davido drops another masterpiece titled 'In The Garden' Featuring Morravey". Xclusive Loaded. Retrieved October 1, 2024.
  13. ^ Chukwuebuka, Mgbemena (June 12, 2023). "5 Times Davido Blew An Artist With A Feature". Digimillennials. Retrieved October 1, 2024.
  14. ^ Uzoma, Ihejirika (April 11, 2023). "TurnTable Top 100: Davido's 'Timeless' Rules The Charts This Week". The Native. Retrieved October 27, 2024.
  15. ^ BN, B (May 24, 2023). "Morravey Delivers Thrilling Performance on Glitch sessions". BellaNaija. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  16. ^ Adeayo, Adebiyi (November 2, 2023). "Morravey releases Debut EP 'RAVI' featuring Davido". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  17. ^ Faith, Famakinwa (November 2, 2023). "DMW's Morravey delivers debut EP 'Ravi'". TheCable. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  18. ^ Adeayo, Adebiyi (November 7, 2023). "A Pulse review of 'RAVI' EP by Nigerian singer Morravey". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  19. ^ Funmilayo, Kanmodi (November 2, 2023). "Morravey's debut EP 'RAVI' dominates the charts in over 12 countries". NotJustOk. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  20. ^ Steven (November 6, 2023). "Morravey's Debut EP 'RAVI' Dominates International Charts". TVC. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  21. ^ Gabriel Myers Hansen (November 7, 2023). "Apple Music names Nigerian singer Morravey as latest Africa act". Music in Africa. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  22. ^ "New Video: Morravey ft. Davido - Magician". December 15, 202. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  23. ^ BN (May 15, 2024). "Morravey Heats Up the Screen with "Condo" Music Video". Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  24. ^ A.M (September 5, 2024). "What Is Love (Remix) – Song by Djy Wagner Musiq & Morravey". NotJustOk. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  25. ^ "Morravey delivers a passionate Ode to love in new Single "Ifineme"". BellaNaija. September 30, 2024. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  26. ^ Kevin Jasper (September 27, 2024). "Morravey releases double "Ifineme" and "Upstandin"". Naija Vibes. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  27. ^ Heran Mamo; Dan Rys (September 30, 2024). "Afrobeats Fresh Picks: Oxlade, Fireboy DML, Mofe., Morravey & More". Billboard. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  28. ^ Osafo Daniel (November 3, 2023). "Morravey Releases Debut EP "RAVI"". Groove Africa. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  29. ^ Daniel Wisdom (November 3, 2023). "Morravey releases new song tagged "High Again"". XCL. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  30. ^ Wts (May 15, 2024). "MORRAVEY UNVEILS VISUALS FOR HIT SINGLE "CONDO"". We Talk Sound. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  31. ^ Nath Slade (November 2, 2023). "Morravey Ft. Davido – Magician". Legit.ng. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
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