Seyi Awonuga, born March 7, 1997, better known as Shigh Lofe, is a popular Nigerian internet personality and entrepreneur. She holds a prominent position as one of the foremost A&R executives in the music industry. Moreover, she is the visionary behind Bang Mewsic Entertainment, serving as its founder and CEO.
Profile Summary
Full Name: | Seyi Awonuga |
Date of Birth: | March 7, 1997 |
Place of Birth: | Lagos |
State of Origin: | Lagos State |
Nationality: | Nigerian |
Occupation: | Internet Personality |
Net Worth: | $500,000 |
Husband: | Zlatan Ibile |
Early Life and Education
Seyi ‘Shigh Lofe’ Awonuga was born on March 7, 1997, to the Awonuga family. She is a Yoruba woman hailing from one of the southwestern states and was raised on the mainland of Lagos City. During her teenage years, Seyi ‘Shigh Lofe’ Awonuga developed a strong passion for music, particularly hip-hop and rap.
Despite not being a skilled singer herself, she was deeply interested in the business aspects of the music industry.
Her journey began during high school, when she assumed the role of A&R personnel, actively seeking out musical talents within her neighborhood and facilitating connections with recording producers to create outstanding songs. This pursuit continued even as she pursued her higher education.
Career
Over the years, Seyi ‘Shigh Lofe’ Awonuga has risen to prominence as one of Nigeria’s most prominent artist managers. She is the founder and CEO of Bang Mewsic Entertainment, a record label that was previously home to the renowned rapper and songwriter, Zlatan Ibile.
Zlatan Ibile, once under the label’s wing, later attained international fame and established his own label. Shigh Lofe, an outstanding A&R professional, played a pivotal role in honing Zlatan’s artistry and connecting him with many industry heavyweights.
Bang Mewsic Entertainment serves as a nurturing ground for numerous up-and-coming recording artists in the country.
As a leading figure in the music industry, she has had the privilege of collaborating and interacting with a multitude of top entertainers. Some notable examples include Davido, Olamide, Peruzzi, Wizkid, Mayorkun, Zlatan Ibile, Naira Marley, Burna Boy, Fireboy DML, Ola Dips, Zinoleesky, Picazo Rhap, Lyta, Chinko Ekun, Funke Akindele, and Rahman Jago.
In her capacity as a music promoter, she has organized tours in various cities across Nigeria, Europe, and North America. Since 2018, she has been responsible for logistics at some of the most significant music concerts in Africa.
In 2019, Seyi ‘Shigh Lofe’ Awonuga received a Range Rover car as a gift from the popular singer, Naira Marley.
Shigh Lofe Net Worth
Seyi ‘Shigh Lofe’ Awonuga has an estimated net worth of about $500,000. She stands out as one of the most youthful and prosperous business executives in the country.
Personal Life
Seyi ‘Shigh Lofe’ Awonuga is a strikingly beautiful woman with a rich, dark complexion and an average height. She shares a romantic relationship with Zlatan and is the mother of their child, a son, born in June 2019.
Additionally, she goes by the nickname “Cash Lord” and maintains close friendships with numerous Afrobeats artists in the country.