Ruggedman

Ruggedman
Birth name Michael Ugochukwu Stephens
Also known as Ruggedy Baba, Opomulero, Mr Controversial
Born 20 September
Origin Ohafia, Abia State, Nigeria
Genres African hip hop, rap
Occupation(s) Rapper, Record producer
Years active 1999–present
Labels Rugged Records
Website Official website

Michael Ugochukwu Stephens, known professionally as Ruggedman or RuggedyBaba, born on September 20 (year unidentified) in Ohafia, Abia State, is a Nigerian rapper.[1]

Career

A graduate of political science from Lagos State University, Ọ̀jọ́,[1] Ruggedman started exploring music in 1999. He produced his own songs and released two tracks in 1999, both which were well-played on radio. Ruggedman launched himself into the music industry in 1999, eventually becoming the most featured rapper in Nigeria. His albums are all released on his personal label, Rugged Records. Ruggedman has performed worldwide alongside international acts such as Sean Paul, Wyclef Jean, Akon, Maxi Priest, Kanye West, LL Cool J, T-Pain, and Nas.

Ruggedman's record label, Rugged Records, signed its first act, singer MBRYO, in September 2012.[1] MBRYO was featured on Ruggedman's “Ruggedy Baba pt 2″, produced by Blaize Beatz. Money Making Music, Ruggedman's 2012 album, is a collaboration with MBRYO as part of a promotion for the new artist,[1] with guest appearances by Terry G and Funbi.

Ruggedman hosted the prestigious NB Plc sponsored Star Quest Reality TV Talent Show in 2009, 2010, and 2011.[2]

Discography

Albums

Singles

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Year Title Album Ref
2016 Seyi Shay Featuring Olamide N/A [3]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Ruggedman Signs M.Bryo Into His Rugged Record Label". Ibaka TV. 18 September 2012. Retrieved 1 December 2012.
  2. ↑ "TheNET.ng - Nigeria's Top Website for News, Gossip, Comedy, Videos, Blogs, Events, Weddings, Nollywood, Celebs, Scoop and Games". Nigerian Entertainment Today - Nigeria's Top Website for News, Gossip, Comedy, Videos, Blogs, Events, Weddings, Nollywood, Celebs, Scoop and Games.
  3. ↑ "New Music Ruggedman - 'Seyi Shay' ft Olamide". Pulse.ng. Joey Akan. Retrieved 5 February 2016.
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