9ICE, STORMING THE WORLD WITH LYRIC The storm of the moment, Abolore Akande, popularly known as 9ice has no doubt carved a niche for himself in the entertainment industry with his versatility, proverbial lyrics and unique style. The oyo state born artiste started his musical career at the age of fourteen.
Tagged the hitmaker, 9ice conveys with his music, a new ethnic flavor and style that is uniquely his. His powerful use of the Yoruba language and his lyrical abilities sets him apart from most artistes in his genre.
This unique style evident in all his song some of which include his hit song Gongo Aso, Wedding Day, Street Credibility, Dis Kind Life as well as collaboration with Ruggedman, often leaves many listeners astonished at the magic of the delivery and the rhythmic harmony.
9ice prides himself in his ability to blend his proverbial lyrics with hip hop, with the belief that proverbs and culture cannot be exhausted adding that it is extraordinary and comes up easily and appreciate it.
With his performance at the concert held in London recently in honour of freedom fighter, Nelson Mandela on his 90th birthday, 9ice aspires to push the creative envelope and transcend music stereotypes. He aims to build a solid, and outstanding work that hopefully outlive him.
9ice, whose hit single ‘’Gongo Aso’’ has become a national anthem believes consistency, originality as well as hardwork are the keys to achieving his career goals one of which is to become a reference point for Nigerian artistes anywhere, just as he was opportuned to represent Nigeria at the Mandela concert.
His music credit include collaborations with ruggedman ‘’ruggedybaba’’ as well as tracks from his first album Gongo Aso which include Street Credibility, Photocopy, Pamurogo to name a few.
Even though the lyric master is perceived by his fans as not being a power dresser, 9ice is sure storming the world with his unique lyrics.