T-Classic

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T-Classic
Birth nameTolulope Ajayi
Born (1997-10-10) 10 October 1997 (age 25)
Agege, Lagos, (Olambe) Nigeria
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Years active2016–present

Tolulope Ajayi (born 10 November 1997) better known by his stage name T-Classic, [1] is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and recording artiste. [2] In 2017, T-Classic released his lead single "I want you" produced by Killertunes. [3] In 2019, the singer released "Think about it" which turned out to be the turning point in his career.

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Early life

T-Classic was born and raised in Agege. He is the first-born child of the Ajayi family. In 2013, Tolulope graduated from Royal Camp Comprehensive High School, Agege, Lagos. He attended Legacy Nursery and Primary School. On graduating Tolulope Ajayi was signed to Bang Music Entertainment. [4]

Career

On August 9, 2019 T-Classic was featured on the third official single "Yes or No" by DJ KayWise. The song speaks love. [5] In 2019, T-Classic song "Nobody Fine Pass You" won Most Popular Song of the Year and was nominated for Most Promising Act of the Year at City People Music Awards. [6] [7]

On February 7, 2020, Sony Music West Africa announced that T-Classic had joined the label's list of artistes. [1] On February 23, 2020, he released his first EP project "Underrated" two weeks after being signed to Sony Music West Africa which featured Nigerian Disc Jockey "DJ Xclusive" . [8] [9] [10] On July 21, 2019 T-Classic was featured on a live radio interview with Blessing. [11] On 4 August 2019, Day 35 of the Reality TV Show Big Brother Naija Season 4, T-Classic performed on stage and sang one of his songs, "Nobody Fine Pass You". [12] [13]

Awards and nomination

YearAward ceremonyPrizeRecipientResultRef
2018 City People Music Awards Most Promising Act of the YearHimselfNominated [14]
Best New Act of the YearNominated
2019City People Music AwardsPopular Song of  the Year"Nobody Fine Pass You"Won [7]
Most Promising Act of the YearHimselfNominated
Best New Act of  the YearNominated
Revelation of the YearNominated

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References

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  2. ↑ "T-Classic makes big statement about career » Razzmatazz » Tribune Online". Tribune Online. 2017-09-24. Retrieved 2020-04-30.
  3. ↑ ""Thank You Guys For Accepting My Music And Appreciating My Talent" – T Classic Says As He Shares Classic Photos". Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website. 2018-09-13. Retrieved 2020-04-30.
  4. ↑ "T-Classic speaks to Pulse on his career, upbringing, new music and Kizz Daniel". Pulse Nigeria. 2019-07-09. Retrieved 2020-05-01.
  5. ↑ "Top details about Dj Kaywise, T-Classic – Yes Or No". Legit.ng – Nigeria news. 2019-09-10. Retrieved 2020-05-04.
  6. ↑ Reporter (2019-10-25). "#CityPeopleMusicAwards: Nominees List Out". City People Magazine. Retrieved 2020-05-04.
  7. 1 2 Reporter (2019-11-05). "Winners Emerge @ City People Music Awards". City People Magazine. Retrieved 2020-05-04.
  8. ↑ "T-Classic releases debut 5-track EP, 'Underrated'". Pulse Nigeria. 2020-02-21. Retrieved 2020-05-04.
  9. ↑ "T-Classic Releases New EP Project "Underrated" With Documentary Visual". The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News. 2020-02-23. Retrieved 2020-05-01.
  10. ↑ "T-Classic releases first EP with Sony Music West Africa". Music in Africa. 2020-02-21. Retrieved 2020-05-01.
  11. ↑ "T-Classic interview on the Home Run with Blessing – Listen to the New Podcast". 25 July 2019. Retrieved 2020-05-04.
  12. ↑ "Nobody Fine Pass You – Single by T-Classic". Apple Music. Retrieved 2020-05-04.
  13. ↑ "Day 35: TClassic Lights Up The Stage". Africa Magic – Day 35: TClassic Lights Up The Stage. Retrieved 2020-05-04.
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