Alexander Uwaifo, professionally known as Andre Vibez, is one of the most influential music producers to emerge from Nigeria in the 2020s. He is the architect behind some of Afrobeats’ biggest global moments, including Rema‘s “Calm Down” the first Afrobeats track to cross one billion streams on Spotify, and Ayra Starr‘s “Rush.” Since signing with Mavin Records in 2022, Vibez has helped shape the sound of modern Afropop, blending Amapiano rhythms with polished, radio-ready melodies.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Alexander O. Uwaifo |
| Date of Birth | 25 September 1988 |
| Place of Birth | Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Edo State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Music Producer, Songwriter, Sound Engineer, Composer |
| Labels | Mavin Records (signed 2022) |
| Net Worth | 1 – 3 million USD |
Early Life and Education
Andre Vibez was born Alexander O. Uwaifo on 25 September 1988 in Benin City, Edo State. His father, Sir Victor Uwaifo, better known as “Guitar Boy”, was a legendary highlife musician.
Vibez started playing piano at age five and had his first keyboard by seven, already tinkering with beat programming while still in junior secondary school.
He attended King’s College, Lagos, for secondary school and later earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine and Applied Arts from the University of Benin, majoring in sculpture. Though formally trained in visual arts, music remained his true passion, and he taught himself music production while at university.
Career
Vibez’s musical journey began in 2005 when he was still a teenager. He initially saw himself as a rapper and artist but a pivotal studio experience at age 15 shifted his focus toward production.
After secondary school, he began crafting beats, charging as little as ₦500 per beat in the early years. Before his breakthrough, Vibez worked briefly at a radio station in Lagos, using the position to network and understand the inner workings of Nigeria’s music industry.
Everything changed when Vibez connected with Don Jazzy, the founder of Mavin Records. He was officially signed as a producer and sound engineer in 2022.
His breakthrough came with Omah Lay‘s “Ye Ye Ye,” followed by Ladipoe and Bnxn‘s “Feeling” in 2021. Then came “Calm Down” by Rema in 2022, a global phenomenon that peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. He also produced Ayra Starr’s “Rush,” another major hit that cemented his reputation as a hitmaker.
Personal Life
Andre Vibez keeps his personal life largely out of the public eye. There is little confirmed information about his romantic relationships or family status. He has spoken in interviews about his close relationship with his late father, Sir Victor Uwaifo, including a memorable argument they had before his father’s passing.
He grew up in a large compound in Benin City with significant creative freedom. As of now, there is no publicly confirmed information about Vibez having a wife, partner, or children.
Net Worth
Andre Vibez’s net worth is estimated between the range of $1 million and $3 million as of 2026. This valuation reflects his position as one of Mavin Records’ flagship producers and the massive commercial success of his productions, which have collectively amassed billions of streams across platforms.
Production Discography
Below is a selection of notable songs produced by Andre Vibez:
Major Hits
- Rema – “Calm Down” (2022)
- Rema – “Calm Down (Remix)” feat. Selena Gomez (2022)
- Ayra Starr – “Rush” (2022)
- Ladipoe & Bnxn – “Feeling” (2021)
- Ladipoe feat. Fireboy DML – “Running”
- Omah Lay – “Ye Ye Ye”
- Ayra Starr – “Skinny Girl Anthem”
- Ayra Starr – “Bridgerton”
- Mavin Records – “Won Da Mo”
- Mavin Records – “Amina”
- Rema – “Dirty”
- Rema – “Mara”
- Dandizzy & Andre Vibez – “LIKE” (2024)
Production Style
Vibez is known for blending Afropop, Amapiano, and contemporary R&B elements, creating polished, radio-ready productions with strong melodic hooks and danceable rhythms.
Awards and Nominations
Andre Vibez has received multiple awards and nominations recognizing his production work:
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Beatz Awards | Don Jazzy New Discovery Producer of the Year | Ladipoe – “Feeling” | Won |
| 2021 | The Beatz Awards | Producer of the Year | Ladipoe – “Feeling” | Nominated |
| 2023 | The Beatz Awards | Afro Pop Producer of the Year | Rema – “Calm Down” | Nominated |
| 2023 | The Headies | Producer of the Year | Rema – “Calm Down” (with London) | Nominated |
| 2023 | The Beatz Awards | Afro Beat Producer of the Year | Ladipoe feat. Fireboy DML – “Running” | Won |
