Praiz, born Praise Ugbede Adejo on March 8, 1984, is a talented Nigerian R&B artist who gained recognition after coming in third place on the first season of Project Fame West Africa. Praiz has released popular singles such as “Rich and Famous”, “Sisi”, and “I Love You”, and has even lent his vocals to Bez’s hit song “That Stupid Song”. Praiz is currently signed to Cicada Music and continues to make waves in the music industry.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Praise Ugbede Adejo |
| Date Of Birth: | March 8, 1985 |
| Place Of Birth: | Lagos, Nigeria |
| State Of Origin: | Kogi, Nigera |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Occupation(s): | Singer, Songwriter, Actor |
| Labels: | CICADA Music X3M Music |
| Net Worth: | $3 Million |
Early Life And Education
Hailing from Igala in Kogi State, Praiz was born in Lagos but moved to Kaduna in 1992 due to his father’s missionary work transfer. He is the second of five siblings and holds a National Diploma in Computer Science from Kaduna Polytechnic.
Career
Praiz’s journey in music took a significant turn after he clinched the second runner-up spot in the inaugural season of Project Fame West Africa, following in the footsteps of Iyanya, who won the show. This achievement catapulted him into the spotlight, expanding his fan base and propelling him to emerging stardom in the vibrant Nigerian music scene.
Since then, Praiz has collaborated with a diverse array of artists, including Awilo Longomba, Cobhams, Wizkid, Seyi Shay, Bez, and MI. One notable collaboration was with Bez on the popular track “That Stupid Song,” which made history as the first African music video to premiere worldwide on BET’s 106 & Park.
Praiz continued to make waves with his release of the hit single “Rich and Famous” in July 2012, receiving accolades and nominations at various award ceremonies.
In December 2014, Praiz further solidified his musical prowess by dropping a double studio album titled “Rich & Famous [Rich]” and “Rich & Famous [Famous].” These releases showcased his versatility and established him as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
Personal Life
Praiz is a brand ambassador for MTN and is passionate about supporting causes such as the Safe Motherhood Foundation and Little Big Souls, aiming to reduce maternal mortality rates and provide maternal care to women in need.
Maintaining a high level of privacy, Praiz keeps details about his personal life under wraps. As a result, it remains unknown whether he is currently in a relationship, married, or has children.
Praiz Net Worth
Praiz’s net worth stands at an impressive $3 million. This financial achievement reflects his hard work, dedication, and the widespread acclaim he has garnered throughout his musical journey.
Discography
Here are some of Praiz’s popular songs:
- Rich and Famous
- Sisi (featuring Wizkid)
- I Love You
- Mercy
- Me and You (featuring Sarkodie)
- Lost in You
- If I Fall
- Folashade
- Show Me Love
- Heartbeat
