Michael Chigozie Alagwu, known as Tempoe, is a highly regarded Nigerian music producer, songwriter, and sound engineer celebrated for his unique Afro-fusion style.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Michael Chigozie Alagwu |
| Date of Birth | October 15 |
| Place of Birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Enugu State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Music Producer, Songwriter, Sound Engineer |
| Labels | APG (Publishing Deal) |
| Net Worth | $500,000 – $1 Million (as of 2024 |
Early Life and Education
From his early years in Lagos, Nigeria, Tempoe’s passion for music drove him to explore various sounds and instruments.
Inspired by producers like Quincy Jones, Timberland, and Don Jazzy, he experimented with production software to refine his skills.
Career
Tempoe began his career producing for up-and-coming artists, building his reputation and leading to opportunities with well-known names.
His big break came in 2020 with Omah Lay’s “Godly,” a chart-topper across Africa. This success solidified his position as a top producer, with his signature “Mad!” tag becoming synonymous with quality Afrobeat production.
Tempoe is known for creatively blending Afrobeat, pop, and electronic elements. A chance meeting with CKay in 2016 led to him producing CKay’s first single, “Nkechi Turnup,” and he later honed his skills at Sarz’s Production Academy.
Tempoe also produced CKay’s “Love Nwantiti,” which achieved platinum status in multiple countries.
In May 2022, he released his first single as a performing artist, “Soweto.” By 2022, Tempoe signed a publishing deal with APG and co-wrote and produced “Ayo Girl” by Robinson and Jason Derulo featuring Rema.
Net Worth
Tempoe’s estimated net worth as of 2024 falls between $500,000 and $1 million, stemming from production fees, royalties, and collaborations.
Personal Life
Despite his fame, Tempoe remains private, focusing on music production and sonic experimentation. Details about his personal relationships are not widely available.
Production Discography
Tempoe’s production discography includes notable tracks such as:
- “Godly” – Omah Lay
- “Love Nwantiti” – CKay
- “Soweto” – Victony
- “Ayo Girl” – Robinson and Jason Derulo featuring Rema
- “Nkechi Turnup” – CKay
- “Container” – CKay
- “Play” – Blaqbonez
- “Door”- Joeboy
- “Alcohol” – Joeboy
