ICent

ICent
Background information
Born
Samson Ebosetale

November 22
OriginEdo State, Nigeria
Genres
Occupations
  • Songwriter
  • Singer
Years active2014–present
LabelIce Nation records

Samson Ebosetale (born November 22),[1] known professionally as ICent, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.[2] In 2023, he won the Song of the Year and Artist of the Year at the Turkey African Recognition Awards (TARA).[3][4]

Early life and education

ICent was born on 22 November in Edo State, Nigeria. He attended Ambrose Ali University,[5] where he studied Accounting and attributes his passion for to the influence of traditional Nigerian music all around him growing up like 2Baba and Jay Z.[6]

Music career

ICent began his musical journey in Edo performing at local events, honing his craft ad from church choir.[7][8] His breakthrough came with the release of his single "Robo," featuring Olamide, and plugged by Olaitan Salaudeen[9] which gained popularity for its catchy rhythm and relatable lyrics.[10] Following this success, ICent released other singles, including "Odo," "Body," "Energy," "Hello," "Squeeze Me," "Big Man," "Lala," and "Long Time.[11][12]

Discography

EP

  • About Time (2021)[13][14]
  • Sunny Days (2022)

Single

  • Robo Featuring Olamide"[15][16]
  • Number One Featuring Skale
  • Showcase Featuring Jaywon
  • Energy[17]
  • Lala[18]
  • Body
  • Long time[19]
  • Big Man[20]
  • Odo[21]
  • Wanita Feat. Phina (Tanzania Artiste)[22]
  • Alive Feat. Rayjeezy[23]
  • Anadoo[24][25]

References

  1. ↑ Zaga, General (2021-11-01). "ICent Biography and other things you need to know about him". Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  2. ↑ Nurudeen (2018-10-30). "Icent returns with music video for his single "Robo" ft. Olamide". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  3. ↑ "ICent Wins Artiste of the Year at 2023 TARA Awards". This Day. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
  4. ↑ Grace, Ihesiulo (2023-12-09). "ICent Shines at the 2023 Turkey Africa Recognition Awards, Winning Artiste of the Year". Daily Times. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
  5. ↑ Aproko247 (2018-02-06). "Why I'm Not Gospel Artiste–Icent". Aproko247 Magazine. Retrieved 2024-08-07.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  6. ↑ "ICent - monthly listeners and total stream count". www.musicmetricsvault.com. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  7. ↑ mybiohub (2016-07-20). "i Cent TB Biography | Nigerian Artiste". MyBioHub. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  8. ↑ Onikoyi, Ayo (November 19, 2023). "ICent mesmerises fans at "The Love Concert" in Istanbul, earns nominations". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria.
  9. ↑ "How MuchMusic LessTalk Shapes the Future of Nigerian Music". This Day. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
  10. ↑ Nurudeen (2018-10-30). "Icent returns with music video for his single "Robo" ft. Olamide". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  11. ↑ LHX, TRANSSION. "ICent Songs MP3 Download, New Songs & Albums | Boomplay". Boomplay Music - WebPlayer. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  12. ↑ Adebayo, Segun (2023-11-19). "ICent shines, thrills music fans at 'The Love Concert' in Istanbul". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  13. ↑ Reporter, Our (2021-05-23). "ICent drops debut EP 'It's About Time'". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  14. ↑ "ICent's Debut EP is Ready". This Day. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  15. ↑ Nurudeen (2018-10-30). "Icent returns with music video for his single "Robo" ft. Olamide". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  16. ↑ Admin (30 October 2018). "Robo Out By Icent Feat. Olamide". P.M. News. Lagos, Nigeria.
  17. ↑ "VIDEO: I-Cent – Energy". NotjustOk. 2019-06-03. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  18. ↑ Naijaloaded (2019-07-08). "[Music] I-Cent - Lala". Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  19. ↑ "ICent Releases New Single – Long Time". NotjustOk. 2021-10-15. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  20. ↑ DEJI, OG (2019-10-11). "[Music] i-Cent - Big Man". Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  21. ↑ Wonah, Israel (2024-08-07). "iCent - Odo (Video) Mp3 Download » TrendyBeatz". trendybeatz.com. Retrieved 2024-08-07.
  22. ↑ Reporter, Our (2025-01-31). "ICent: Blending Afrobeat and R&B for global recognition". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-02-12.
  23. ↑ Salaudeen, Olaitan (2025-06-25). "MUCH MUSIC-LESS TALK: ICENT Returns with New Single "Alive" Featuring RayJeezy, Out Today". MUCH MUSIC-LESS TALK. Retrieved 2025-06-25.
  24. ↑ "ICent Releases New Summer Anthem "Anadoo"". This Day. Retrieved 2026-03-31.
  25. ↑ Chukwu, Chibuike (2026-03-30). "ICent's New Single, 'Anadoo' Gains Buzz, Trends On TikTok". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-03-31.


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