Ayo Jay

Nigerian singer (born 1989) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Ayoola Ogundeyi Jr. (born 9 August 1989),[3] better known as Ayo Jay, is an English-born Nigerian singer. He currently has a record deal with One Nation and RCA, and is also known as Boy Wonder.[4]

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Ayo Jay
Born
Ayoola Ogundeyi Jr.

(1989-08-09) 9 August 1989 (age 35)
London, England
Citizenship
  • Nigeria
  • United Kingdom
Alma materBaruch College[1]
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Years active2011–present[2]
Musical career
GenresAfropop
InstrumentVocals
LabelsOne Nation, RCA
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Early life

Ayo Jay discovered his abilities for singing and songwriting at a young age. After graduating from International School, Lagos (ISL) in 2006, Ayo Jay relocated to the United States to pursue a college degree in finance and investment from Baruch College.[5]

Career

In 2013, Ayo Jay signed a recording deal with One Nation Records and released "Your Number" on 21 June 2013.[6] The music video for "Your Number" was shot in Atlanta.[7] The song's remix features rap vocals by Fetty Wap and was released on 16 July 2015.[8] "Your Number" was re-released by RCA Records following Ayo Jay's record deal with the label.[9][10] On 28 February 2017, the song was certified gold by the RIAA.[11] On 23 August 2016, RCA Records released another remix, featuring Chris Brown and Kid Ink.[12]

Discography

Singles

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List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name
Year Title Peak chart positions Certifications Album
US US
R&B/HH
US
R&B
Spotify Velocity
2013 "Don't Say That" Non-album singles
2014 "Available"
2015 "Your Number"
"Your Number (Remix)" (Feat. Fetty Wap)
"Think About Me"
"Ibadi Yen"
2016 "Fowosere"
"Your Number" 451920 * RIAA: Gold[13]
"Your Number (Remix)" 11
2017 "Correct G" (Feat. Davido & Olamide)
"The Vibe" Lazy Genius
"Want You"
2020 "Peace Of Mind" TBA
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Awards and nominations

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Year Awards ceremony Award description(s) Results Ref
2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards Most Promising Act to Watch Won [14]
2015 Best New Act to Watch Nominated [15][16]
2016 Diaspora Artist Won [17][18]
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References

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