Ayo Maff
Ayo Maff | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Ayorinde Mafoluku Ayodele |
| Also known as | Prince Of The Street |
| Born | 18 July 2005 Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Genres | |
| Occupations |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Discography | Discography |
| Years active | 2023–present |
| Labels | Empire |
Ayorinde Mafoluku Ayodele (born 18 July 2005),[1] known professionally as Ayo Maff, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.[2] He gained recognition with his single "Dealer" featuring Fireboy DML, which topped various music charts.[3] His debut extended play, Maffian, was released on 15 August 2024.
Early life and education
[edit]Ayorinde Mafoluku Ayodele was born and raised in Somolu, Bariga, Lagos State, Nigeria.[4] He received his education in the same locality. Ayodele's interest in music began at a young age, with his surroundings being cited as an influence.[5]
Career
[edit]Ayo Maff released his debut single "Jama Jama" in 2023.[6] He subsequently released a two-track project, STREET ANTHEM / 7 DAYS, in January 2024. Ayo Maff gained widespread recognition after collaborating with Fireboy DML on the single "Dealer".[7][8] The song's music video, released in April 2024, has garnered over 2.5 million views on YouTube as of February 2025.[9] On 15 August 2024, Ayo Maff released his debut extended play, Maffian, a seven-track project that includes the single "Last Week".[10]
Discography
[edit]EP
[edit]- Maffian (2024)
Singles
[edit]| Title | Year |
|---|---|
| "Jama Jama" | 2023 |
| "Jama Jama" (Remix) (with Diamond Jimma) | |
| "Another Day" | |
| "Journey" | |
| "Saturday Night" | |
| "7 Days" | 2024 |
| "Street Anthem" | |
| "Dealer" (with Fireboy DML) | |
| "Last Week" |
References
[edit]- ^ Alamu, Tosin (21 April 2024). "Ayo Maff Biography". NG News. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ "From Bariga to Stardom: AYO MAFF's Breakthrough with 'Dealer' – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ "Executive of the Week — Ayotunde Oyefeso". TurnTable charts. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ "Ayo Maff: Future Expectations". 15 June 2024. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ "AYO MAFF: Bariga's Melodic Journey With 'Dealer' ft. Fireboy DML – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 28 April 2024. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ a b Native, The (3 June 2024). "under: Best New Artists (May, 2024)". The Native. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ Ayo, Onikoyi (28 April 2024). "Ayo Maff: Bariga's Melodic Journey with 'Dealer' ft. Fireboy DML". Vanguard. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ "From Bariga to the World! Ayo Maff Team Up With Fireboy DML". New Telegraph. 28 April 2024. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ Clifford, Elizabeth (16 July 2024). "10 Gen Z Afrobeats artists taking Nigeria by storm". NotjustOk. Retrieved 7 January 2025.
- ^ Marv, Tomide (21 August 2024). "Ayo Maff's "MAFFIAN" is a Rookie of the Year Contender". Zikoko!. Retrieved 24 January 2025.
