Lojay

Lojay
Birth nameLekan Osifeso Junior[1]
Born (1996-04-28) 28 April 1996 (age 28)
Genres
Occupations
Instrument
  • Vocals
Years active2016–present

Lekan Osifeso Jnr. (born 28 April 1996), popularly known as Lojay, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and producer.[2][3] He peaked at number 8 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart with his song "Monalisa", which features Chris Brown and Sarz.[4][5] He received a nomination for the Headies Award for Next Rated artiste at the 2022 Headies Award.[6][7]

In 2023, Lojay alongside Nigerian singer Davido were featured on the song "Sensational" by Chris Brown. The song debuted at number 71 on the Billboard Hot 100, serving as Davido and Lojay's first entry on the chart.[8]

  1. ^ A, Olumide (1 December 2021). "Lojay's Biography: Age, Net Worth, Songs, Girlfriend". Kemi Filani. Retrieved 15 July 2022.
  2. ^ "Artiste Of The Month". Cool FM Nigeria. 14 August 2021. Retrieved 15 July 2022.
  3. ^ "Lojay". Earth Agency. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
  4. ^ Afro Nation (9 July 2022). "Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs, WEEK OF JULY 16 2022". Billboard chart. Retrieved 15 July 2022.
  5. ^ "New Music: Lojay & Sarz feat. Chris Brown – Monalisa (Remix)". Bella Naija. 20 May 2022. Retrieved 15 July 2022.
  6. ^ Kenechi, Stephen (24 May 2022). "The Headies 2022: BNXN, Lojay, Ruger Vie For 'Next Rated' He has won 4 Grammies Award". TheCable. Retrieved 15 July 2022.
  7. ^ Ihekire, Chinonso (28 May 2022). "Zinoleesky Duels Afro-Pop Acts Ayra Star, Bnxn, Lojay, And Ruger For Headies' Next Rated". The Guardian (Nigeria). Retrieved 15 July 2022.
  8. ^ Zellner, Xander (29 January 2024). "Hot 100 First-Timers: Afrobeats Artists Davido & Lojay Debut With Features on Chris Brown's 'Sensational'". Billboard. Retrieved 10 April 2024.