Christopher Omenye, professionally known as Yung L (pronounced Young L), is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and performer.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Christopher Omenye |
| Born | Plateau Jos, Nigeria |
| Genres | Reggae Dancehall |
| Years active | 2011–Present |
| Labels | ChocolateCity Music |
Early life edit
Yung L was born and raised in Jos, Plateau state. His mother greatly influenced his decision to become a musician, first by introducing him to the church drummer, and later, to the church pianist (Meca-E of Square Records).[1] They both taught him the rudimentary aspects of music and how to play certain instruments. He soon began playing the drums in church, and Secondary School.
A graduate of the University of Jos, Omenye started singing, rapping, and performing at social events and joined a music group known as Mac9. They performed songs by some of Yung L’s musical influences such as Damian Marley and Jay-Z.[2]
Music career edit
While attending the University of Jos Medical School, Yung L met other budding musicians, such as Ice Prince (formerly),[3] Endia, J.Milla, and Chopstix the producer. Together, they formed the GRIP movement, with Yung L acting as president of the Grip Music label. Grip music comprises individual artists Yung L, Endia, Jmilla, and chopstix, who are collectively known as the Grip Boiz- in the manner of the Choc Boys and WuTang Clan. In 2011, they moved to Lagos to pursue their music careers full-time.
Prior to signing his record deal with Chocolatecity Music,[4] Yung L[5] performed and released music as an independent artist. During this period, he released singles like Pass The Aux,[6] SOS[7] which was nominated for MTV’s Music Video of the Year Award[8] In 2017, Yung L, Skales and producer Chopstix were featured by Major Lazer on the remix of "Run Up"[9] which also features Nicki Minaj and PartyNextDoor, this gained him more international recognition.
With Chocolate City Music, he released singles and an album titled 'Better Late Than Never'.[10] The album features the Ghanaian artist Sarkodie and others.
Discography edit
- Better Late Than Never (2017)
- Jollification (EP) (2019)
- Juice & Zimm (EP) (2020)
Singles edit
References edit
- ^ Emeka, Viik. "Yung L Biography, Discographies & Lifestyle". Okhype.Media. Retrieved 2 February 2019.
- ^ "A Different Vibe with Yung L". Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ Akan, Joey. "Chocolate City: Record label announces Ice Prince"s "Super Cool Cats", Jesse Jagz "JagzNation" imprints". Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "+1! Chocolate City Music adds singer Yung L to their Ranks - BellaNaija". www.bellanaija.com. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "Yung L – Yaadman (Intro)". Netxclusive. 2021-01-24. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
- ^ Solanke, Abiola. "New Music: Yung L - "Pass the aux"". Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ Pulse.ng. "SOS By Yung L". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "A Different Vibe with Yung L". Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "Major Lazer partners with Skales, Yung L & Chopstix on Afrosmash Remix of "Run Up" | Watch on BN - BellaNaija". www.bellanaija.com. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "Essentials: Yung L's 'Better Late Than Never' debut album is finally here - The Native". The Native. 2017-10-18. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "Chocolate City Music' Latest Signee Yung L gets the ball rolling with New Single "Cheers" | Listen on BN - BellaNaija". www.bellanaija.com. Retrieved 2018-04-24.