Darkoo, born Oluwafisayo Isa on September 19, 2001, is a talented rapper and singer of British-Nigerian descent. She became widely known after the success of her hit single “Gangsta”, a collaboration with One Acen, which reached number 22 on the Official Singles Chart and topped the UK Afrobeats Chart in 2020.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Oluwafisayo Isa |
| Date Of Birth: | September 19, 2001 |
| State Of Origin: | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Place Of Birth: | Yaba, Lagos |
| Nationality: | British, Nigerian |
| Occupation(s): | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter |
| Labels: | Atlantic Records Uk Virgin Music Nigeria |
| Net Worth: | $500k |
Early Life And Education
Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Darkoo made the move to the UK when she was just 7 years old, settling in the vibrant South London area. She received her education at St Catherine’s Catholic School for Girls, where her musical talents began to blossom.
Career
Darkoo’s musical journey began when she started making music at the young age of 15, initially focusing on drill rap but soon integrating singing into her artistry.
In the latter part of 2019, she caught the attention of many with her track “Gangsta”, a collab with UK rapper One Acen, which gained popularity on TikTok and made its mark on the music charts, peaking at number 22 in January 2020.
Building on this momentum, March 2020 saw the release of “Juicy” featuring Hardy Caprio, which reached 62 on the Official Singles Chart. Her impactful work didn’t go unnoticed, as she earned nominations for Best Female Act and Best Newcomer at the 2020 MOBO Awards, with “Gangsta” also being up for Song of the Year.
A pivotal moment in Darkoo’s career came in April 2021 when she featured on the remix of “Body” by Russ Millions and Tion Wayne, propelling the track to the top spot on the Official Singles Chart. Eager to showcase her versatility, Darkoo released her debut EP titled “2 In 1” in July 2021, showcasing collaborations with notable artists like Tion Wayne and Unknown T.
Exciting developments continued for Darkoo as it was announced on September 1, 2023, that she would be under the distribution of Virgin Music Nigeria, a move which signals a dynamic chapter in her musical journey.
Personal Life
Darkoo, who does not conform to traditional gender norms, has openly expressed her belief in simply being true to herself without overthinking things. She has emphasized that her identity is multifaceted, reflected in her varying appearances and styles.
She had previously been in a relationship with someone of the same gender, although the current status of that relationship is now unclear.
Darkoo Net Worth
Darkoo, the British-Nigerian rapper and singer, has seen significant success in her music career, which has resulted in an estimated net worth of $500,000.
Discography
Here is a list of singles released by Darkoo as a lead artist:
- Gas Station (featuring Curtis J) in 2017
- Timeline (with Mulla Stackz) in 2018
- Foreign (with AdeSTP & Shadz) in 2019
- Juice (with Br3nya)
- Rover
- Gangsta (with One Acen) peaked at number 22 in the UK and certified Platinum by BPI
- Juicy (with Hardy Caprio) peaked at 62
- Kryptonite
- Cinderella (featuring 4Keus)
- Pick Up in 2021
- She Like (featuring Blanco)
- Slow Down (featuring Tion Wayne)
- Bad From Early (featuring Buju & TSB)
- Always (featuring Black Sherif) in 2022
- Falling (with Smallgod & KiDi)
- There She Goes (Jack Sparrow) (featuring Mayorkun)
- Favorite Girl (featuring Dess Dior) in 2024
- Always On My Mind
- Favorite Girl remix (featuring Rema) in 2024
