Cynthia Morgan
| Cynthia Morgan | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Cynthia Ikponmwenosa Morgan |
| Also known as | Killa Marshal, |
| Born |
September 23, 1991 Benin City, Edo, Nigeria[1] |
| Genres | Pop, Hip Hop, Dancehall, Rap |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, Song-writer |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Labels | Northside Music Inc. |
| Associated acts | |
Cynthia Ikponmwenosa Morgan (born 23 September 1991),[2] popularly known by her stage name Cynthia Morgan, is a Nigerian born songwriter and singer. Her music is a fusion of pop, hip hop, dancehall and rap. She shot into limelight following the release of two singles titled "Don't Break My Heart" and "Lead Me On", which received massive airplay and positive reviews from critics.[3]
Early life and education
Cynthia Morgan was born in Benin City, Edo State where she completed her basic formal education.[4] At the age of 3, she was already a backup singer for her mother’s musical band.[4]
Music career
At the age of 7, Cynthia Morgan started composing songs and at the age of 17 she recorded her debut single which featured General Pype "Dutty Stepping". In 2008, she moved to Lagos in order to further her music career.[5][6]
On 22 August 2013, Cynthia Morgan signed a recording contract with Northside Entertainment Inc. owned by Jude 'Engees' Okoye.[7] Few months later, she released two chart-topping singles "Don't Break My Heart" and "Lead Me On" which got positive reviews from fans; the latter went on to be nominated for "Best Reggae/Dancehall Single" at The Headies 2014[8]
She is currently working on her debut album.[9]
Discography
Selected singles
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- "Dutty Stepping" (2009)
- "Right Move" (2011)
- "High High High" & "Ojoro" (2012)
- "Don't Break My Heart" & "Lead Me On" (2014)
- "I'm Taken" (2014)
- Popori" (2014)
- "German Juice" (2015)
- "Come and Do" (2015)
- "Simati Niya" (2015)
- "Baby Mama (2015)
- "Olowo" (2016)
- "Bubble bup" (2016)
As featured artist
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- "Ejo le fe ro" - Jhybo ft. Cynthia Morgan (2010)
- "Bruce Lee" - TK Tycoon ft. Cynthia Morgan & Tipsy (2011)
- "Gbogbo Hustling" - Tha Suspect ft. Zee, Bigmaxx, Cynthia Morgan & Tesh Carter (2012)
- "Faaji" - Tony Ross ft. Cynthia Morgan & A-Q (2013)
- "Money" - KKTBM ft. Yung6ix, Cynthia Morgan, Tesh Carter & SD (2014)
- Give Dem" - DJ Prince ft. Dammy Krane, Mac 2 & Cynthia Morgan (2014)
- "Shoki [Female Version]" - Lil Kesh ft. Chidinma, Eva & Cynthia Morgan (2014)
- "Jamo" - Illbliss ft. Cynthia Morgan (2014)
- Number 1" - Chopstix ft. Cynthia Morgan, Shaydee & Yung L (2015)
- Go GAGA remix - MC Galaxy ft. Stone Bwoy, Cynthia Morgan (2015)
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Best Female Artist of The Year | Nominated[10] |
| Best Rap Act of The Year | Nominated[10] | ||
| South South Music Awards | Best New Artist | Won[11] | |
| The Headies 2014 | Best Reggae/Dancehall Single | Nominated[12] | |
| Ben TV Awards | Best Newcomer | Nominated[13] | |
| Best Hip-Hop Female Artist | Nominated[13] | ||
| Best Reggae/Dancehall Artist | Nominated[13] | ||
| ELOY Awards | Best Female Artist | Nominated[14] | |
| 2015 | Music Artist of The Year | Won[15] | |
| 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Female Artist of The Year | Nominated | |
| South South Music Awards | Best Reggae/Dancehall | Won[16] | |
| 2016 | The Headies 2015 | Best Reggae Single | Won[17] |
| Next Rated | Nominated[18] |
See also
References
- ↑ "Cynthia Morgan (Marshal Morgan)". ExclusivelyNaija. Retrieved 3 May 2015.
- ↑ Cynthia Morgan
- ↑ "Cynthia Morgan Makes Comeback with 'Lead me on'". Retrieved 20 October 2014.
- 1 2 "Cynthia Morgan Biography (Marshal Morgan)". Retrieved 14 January 2015.
- ↑ "Artist Profile: Cynthia Morgan". musicstreet.com. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ↑ Cynthia Morgan ft Pype - Dutty Wine
- ↑ Jude ‘Engees’ Okoye signs Cynthia Morgan to Northside music
- ↑ "Cynthia Morgan – Don't Break My Heart + Lead Me On". notJustOk. 11 November 2013. Retrieved 23 March 2014.
- ↑ Mercy Michael (1 February 2015). "CYNTHIA MORGAN: I don't have a good relationship with my dad". The Nation. Retrieved 15 February 2015.
- 1 2 "Cynthia Morgan Gets Two NEA Nominations". Stella Dimokokorkus. 4 June 2014. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ↑ "Yoyo Wins Award At The Prestigeous South South Music Awards (SSMA) 2014". OlodoNation. 18 December 2014. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ↑ DonBoye (15 December 2014). "The Headies 2014 - Winners List". NotJustOk. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- 1 2 3 "Music Awards". Ben TV. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ↑ Adiele, Chinedu (20 October 2014). "Seyi Shay, Toke Makinwa, Mo'Cheddah, DJ Cuppy, Others Nominated". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ↑ Aina, Idris (30 November 2015). "ELOY AWARDS 2015: Seyi Shay Beat Yemi Alade, Cynthia Morgan & More To Music Artist Award". Entertainment Rave Magazine. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ↑ Bankole (10 November 2015). "#SSMA2015: Blackmagic, Cynthia Morgan, Johnny Drille Nominated". 360Nobs. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ↑ Badmus, Kayode (2 January 2016). "#Headies2015: Cynthia Morgan wins Best Reggae/Dancehall". Nigeria Entertainment Today. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ↑ Abumere, Princess Irede (2 January 2016). "Reekado Banks beats Lil Kesh, Kiss Daniel, Korede Bello, Cynthia Morgan to win Next Rated Act award". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2 February 2016.