Who is Shallipopi?
Nigerian hip hop singer Shallipopi, sometimes known as Crown Uzama, is a TikTok phenomenon. Shallipopi, a rising star in the music business who was born on December 4th, 2000, is renowned for his distinct style and catchy language.
Shallipopi Early Life & Career
Shallipopi grew raised in Nigeria and from a young age fell in love with music. He started composing and performing his own music, honing his artistic abilities. Shallipopi rose to fame not just in the music industry but also on the social media platform TikTok, where he built up a sizable fanbase with his amusing videos and dance moves.
Shallipopi’s life took an unexpected turn when, just after the release of his eagerly anticipated song, the Elon Musk remix starring Zlatan, he was apprehended by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). But he was able to secure his release and give his musical endeavor new life, rising from the ashes like a phoenix.
In 2023, Shallipopi’s debut single, “Elon Musk,” was released, ushering in the start of his ascent to fame. The song’s catchy chorus and upbeat pace helped it become a hit very fast. Shallipopi has since published a number of additional well-known songs, including “Sharpiru”.
Shallipopi has developed a following on social media in addition to his music career. On Instagram and TikTok, where he uploads his songs and engages with fans, he has a sizable following. The “Plutomanian citizens” who call themselves Shallipopi’s supporters are devoted to advancing his career and disseminating his philosophy.
The music business has taken notice of Shallipopi’s achievements. He is working on his debut album, which should be published soon, although he hasn’t been signed to a record label. His distinctive sound and memorable lyrics have helped him amass a growing following both in Nigeria and beyond.
Record Label
Shallipopi is an independent musician who has a distribution agreement with Dapper Music. Company Profile of Dapper Music Distribution Company, Record Label, and Talent Management Company DVPPER Distribution, Records. (marketed as DVPPER) is a Nigerian distribution firm and record label launched in 2017 in Lagos, Nigeria by Damilola Akinwunmi.
Fraud Case and EFCC Saga
Despite his meteoric rise to fame, Shallipopi faced a significant setback when he was embroiled in a fraud case. On June 23, 2023, he, along with five others, namely Bethel Makuochukwu, John Joseph, Favour Chidiogo Emmanuel, Abdul-Azeez Suleiman Temidayo, and Joel Kator, was convicted and sentenced to two years in prison for money laundering.
Interestingly, while Shallipopi was serving his sentence, his song “Ex Convict” remarkably topped the #1 spot on the Nigerian music chart, thanks in part to a repost from the highly influential Afrobeat king, Wizkid. This unexpected twist further added to Shallipopi’s controversial reputation.
In a statement released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), it was revealed that the defendants impersonated foreign nationals, using false identities to defraud unsuspecting victims. The court ordered them to forfeit all electronic gadgets, furniture, and other items recovered from them to the Federal Government of Nigeria.
Net Worth
Shallipopi’s net worth has been estimated to be $350,000 now. However, it’s safe to say that he’s on the road to being significantly wealthy given his rising fame in the music industry and his feature