VASA (singer)

VASA
Background information
Also known asVASA
Born
Freedom Oigocho Ali

(2004-01-14) 14 January 2004
Lagos State, Nigeria
GenresAfrobeats, Afrosoul
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
InstrumentKeyboard
Years active2020–present
Label
  • Ize Records

Freedom Oigocho Ali (born 14 January 2004), known professionally as VASA, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.[1] He gained recognition following his 2023 viral freestyle on TikTok,[2] Its success led him to release his official debut single, "Bolanle", to modest commercial success. He made his debut on Nigeria's TurnTable charts NXT Emerging Top Artistes at #17 in November 2024.[3]

Early life

VASA was born in Agege, Lagos State, Nigeria. He is an indigene of Agatu Local Government Area in Benue State.[4] He was raised in Lagos State, where he compelted his secondary education. He started writing songs at the age of 14.[5]

Career

Vasa started posting freestyles and covers on his Instagram page in 2020, when he was 15 years old.[2] In August 2023, he release his first two singles, "Bolanle"[6] and "Teriza".[7] In November 2023, his single "Treasure" debuted on Apple Music’s East Africa Risers Shazam Top 200 and Spotify's Viral Top 50.[8]

In January 2024, he released the single "50-50", which went viral in suburban Lagos.[9] On February 15 he released a remix of "50-50" featuring additional vocals from fellow Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda.[10][11] In June 2024 he released debut EP, Book of Vasa, featuring Crayon.[12][13] On November 1, 2024 he released his sophomore EP, Book of Vasa Part 2,[14] featuring Jaywillz and Nyola.[15] It received positive critical responses.[16]

In November 2024, Vasa made his debut on the TurnTable charts NXT Emerging Top Artistes; he reached #17 in the week November 15th to 21, 2024 with 13.03 points.[3]

Discography

EPs

  • Book of Vasa Part 1 (2024)
  • Book of Vasa Part 2 (2024)[17]

Singles

References

  1. ↑ "Rising star Ali Freedom, aka VASA to redefine Nigeria's Afrosoul sound". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. 23 October 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  2. 1 2 "Vasa The New 18 year old Afrobeats Kid on the Block". Vanguard Nigeria. Tomide Marv. 14 December 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  3. 1 2 "NXT Emerging Top Artistes". Turntable charts. Editorial. 15 November 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  4. ↑ "Rising Star VASA The 18-Year-Old Sensation Shaping the Future of Nigerian Music". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. 1 September 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  5. ↑ "There's a Lot Coming for Me Excl interview". Album Talks. Tomide Marv. 1 February 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  6. ↑ "Afrobeats Artiste Vasa Unveils Debut Singles "TERIZA "BOLANLE"". Turntable. Affa Acho. 11 August 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  7. ↑ "VASA Brings Double The Goodness On TERIZA & 'BOLANLE". Mixtape Madness. Bibi. 4 August 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  8. ↑ "Treasure is a testament to my dedication to making innovative music – Singer VASA". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. 10 November 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  9. ↑ "Vasa Unveils First Single Of 2024 50 50". Album Talks. Editorial. 19 January 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  10. ↑ "Bella Shmurda & Vasa unite to spread cheer in "50/50" Remix". Radafrica. Editorial. 16 February 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  11. ↑ "Vasa Employs Bella Shmurda For 50 50 Remix". Album Talks. Editorial. 23 February 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  12. ↑ "Afrobeat Star VASA Returns with 'Book of Vasa Pt. 2' EP". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. 3 August 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  13. ↑ "Bella Shmurda and Vasa unite to spread cheer in 50 50 remix". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. 17 February 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  14. ↑ "Afrobeat star VASA returns with soulful sequel Book of Vasa Pt 2". P.M. News. Lagos, Nigeria. 3 November 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  15. ↑ "VASA Releases New 5-Track EP 'Book Of VASA Pt. 2'". This Day. 4 November 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  16. ↑ "Vasa offers a two sided experience on his debut. 2 track pack Review". Album Talks. Editorial. 11 August 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  17. ↑ "Singer Vasa ready for next phase of Debut Ep BOOK OF VASA Pt 2". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  18. ↑ "Vasa Officially Debuts With Two Singles "Teriza & Bolanle"". Album Talks. Editorial. 3 August 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  19. ↑ "New Music VASA Treasure". Bella Naija. Editorial. 11 August 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
  20. ↑ "Vasa And Bella Shmurda Ignite With 50 50 Remix". Culture Custodian. Editorial. 1 February 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
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