Gemini Orleans

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Gemini Orleans
Birth nameVictor Mawuli Orleans-Fiaka
Also known asGemi Sosa, Dopest Rapper
Born (1989-05-29) May 29, 1989 (age 35)
Leklebi, Ghana
Genres Hip hop, rap, afrobeats
Occupation(s)Rapper, songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, keyboards
Years active2009–present
LabelsOrleans-Fiaka Recordings

Gemini Orleans [1] (born Victor Mawuli Orleans-Fiaka; born May 29, 1989) is a Ghanaian hip hop artist and musician known for his contributions to rap music and the Afrobeats genre. He has gained recognition for his work in the Ghanaian and wider African music scenes. Gemini Orleans' music often features a blend of traditional African rhythms and contemporary sounds, reflecting the vibrant and evolving nature of rap and the Afrobeats genre. Gemini Orleans is known for his dynamic approach to music, incorporating various influences to create a unique sound that resonates with a broad audience. His music typically features energetic beats and catchy melodies, which are hallmarks of rap music and Afrobeats. As an artist from Ghana and based in Norway, Gemini Orleans also contributes to the global spread of Afrobeats, a genre that has been gaining international acclaim. His work helps to promote Ghanaian music and culture on a global stage.

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He has collaborated with the likes of EL, [2] [3] Edem and Sarkodie [4] [5] and other artists and participated in performances that highlight his talent and expand his reach within the music industry.

Early life

Orleans was born to Christian “Papa Brown” Orleans-Fiaka and Wilhelmina Rose Orleans-Fiaka on May 29, 1989, at Mataheko, a suburb of Accra, in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana.[ citation needed ]

Education

He attended Aggrey Memorial for his secondary education before continuing to study BSc. Banking and Finance degree programme at the University of Professional Studies.[ citation needed ]

Career

He started his career rapping at age fifteen in Aggrey Memorial A.M.E. Zion Secondary School and by the time he was through in 2007 he was awarded the best rapper of his year group at their annual awards night program held by the school authorities.[ citation needed ]

Production

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  2. ↑ "Vodafone Ghana Music Awards 2013 And It's[sic] Full List Winners". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2019-06-16.
  3. ↑ ghanamotion (2012-06-03). "E.L – Something ELse album". Ghanamotion.com. Retrieved 2019-06-16.
  4. ↑ "Gemini dreams of breakthrough". www.graphic.com.gh. 2014-01-30. Retrieved 2019-06-15.
  5. ↑ "Gemini Orleans". artistecard.com. Retrieved 2019-06-15.
  6. ↑ eMinor. "Gemini - Rap Exercise ft. E.L (Prod. by X Family) | GEMINI ORLEANS". ReverbNation. Retrieved 2021-01-11.
  7. ↑ Fiona (feat. Kelvynboy) (Full Song & Lyrics) - Gemini Orleans - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn , retrieved 2021-01-11
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