Pryme, whose real name is Promise Chibuike Nwabueze, is a talented Nigerian Afropop singer and songwriter who is signed to both G-Worldwide and Fly Boy Inc. He gained fame after appearing on Kizz Daniel’s hit song “Show You Off” in 2023, which reached number 1 on Nigeria Bubbling Under Top 100 charts. In addition, on November 10, 2023, Pryme received special recognition from The Recording Academy for his work as a composer on Davido’s Timeless studio album, particularly for the song “Away”, which was nominated at the 66th Grammy Awards.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Promise Chibuike Nwabueze |
| Date of Birth | Not publicly disclosed |
| Place of Birth | Imo State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Imo State |
| Partner | Not publicly disclosed |
| Children | Not publicly disclosed |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter |
| Labels | G-Worldwide, Fly Boy Inc. |
| Net Worth | $353 |
Early Life and Education
Promise Chibuike Nwabueze, known professionally as Pryme, was born in Imo State, Nigeria. He spent his formative years there before relocating to Lagos State. Pryme pursued higher education at Imo State University, where he initially developed his passion for music.
His journey into the music industry began at the age of 10 when he joined a church choir. He later gained recognition after winning a singing competition during his university years, which propelled him into a professional music career.
Career
Pryme made a strong entry into the music industry in 2018 with the release of “Kilode” featuring Davido and Peruzzi, which received high praise from critics. The music video for “Kilode” was released on 27 August 2018 and gained significant airplay, thanks to the production by Fresh VDM.
He also showcased his songwriting skills on Iyanya’s EP “The 6th Wave” in October 2022 and on Davido’s album “Timeless” in March 2023, earning recognition from The Recording Academy.
In July 2023, Pryme featured on Kizz Daniel’s album “Maverick” with the track “Show You Off”. He then signed a joint recording and publishing deal with Fly Boy Inc and G-Worldwide Entertainment in August 2023.
His first official single under G-Worldwide, “Lavida”, was released on 30 November 2023 and achieved chart success on various music platforms. The music video for “Lavida” premiered on MTV Base Africa in January 2024, reaching audiences across over 50 African countries.
Continuing his momentum, Pryme released “Gbera” featuring Bella Shmurda in April 2024, with the music video following in May 2024. In an interview in June 2024, Pryme shared his positive experience collaborating with Bella Shmurda on “Gbera”, from the recording process to shooting the video.
Personal Life
Pryme tends to keep his personal life private, with limited public information available about his relationships. While he has expressed appreciation for his female fans, he has not confirmed any romantic partner or children. His focus remains primarily on his music career and personal development.
Pryme Net Worth
Pryme’s estimated net worth is approximately $353. This figure reflects his earnings from music and online platforms, although it is relatively modest compared to many of his peers in the Nigerian music scene.
Discography
Pryme’s discography includes a variety of works that showcase his talent:
EPs
- Crescendo (EP) (2021)
- Rhythm & Soul (EP)
Singles
Pryme has released several singles, including:
- “Trumpet” (2017)
- “Kilode” featuring Davido and Peruzzi (2018)
- “Surulere” (2019)
- “Good Loving” (2020)
- “Kolo” (2021) from the Crescendo EP
- “Away” (2022)
- “Lavida” (2023)
- “Gbera” featuring Bella Shmurda (2024)
Songwriting Credits
He has also written for other artists, with credits including:
- “Let Me Know” by Iyanya (2022)
- “Away” by Davido (2023)
