Iyanya Biography And Net Worth – Songs And Career Of Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk

In this post, we will be talking about the biography of Iyanya. Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk is a multi-award winning Nigerian singer, who is popularly known for his hit single Kukere. He was the winner of the Project Fame West Africa Season One. The award winning artiste co-founded the Made Men Music Group (MMMG).

Biography, Net Worth, Background And Career Journey Of Iyanya

Iyanya Background

Iyanya was born on the 31st of October 1986, in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. He was born to Mr Mbuk, a forester, and Mrs Mbuk, a school headmistress. He had his early education at Qubi Centre Nursery School Calabar. His primary school was at government primary school, Calabar.

For his secondary education, he attended government science school Calabar, where he obtained his Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE). He then studied Business Management at the University of Calabar (UNICAL). Iyanya lost his parents, and elder brother around the same time in 2008.

Iyanya Career

After Iyanya obtained his undergraduate degree, he got a job as a bar manager. He usually sang at Fiesta Fries Bar, Mirage Nite Club, and West-Life Night Club. Iyanya was inspired by Craig David, Bob Marley, West Life, Backstreet Boys, and R. Kelly. He decided it was time to do professional music after he watched a television programme which showcased the luxurious lifestyle of 2Face Idibia and Olu Maintain.

Iyanya gained popularity in Nigeria when he won the first edition of the MTN Project Fame Reality TV show in 2008. Afterwards, in 2009, he released his debut album – My Story. My Story was a commercial failure because of lack of proper distribution and promotion. Eventually, he came to limelight in the industry after he released Kukere in 2011.

Since then, he has been doing exploits, even though he has encountered numerous challenges.

Iyanya’s Studio Albums

My Story – 2009
Desire – 2013
Applaudise – 2015
Iyanya’s Compilation Albums
The Evolution – 2014

Iyanya’s Singles

Love Truly – 2009
No Time (featuring Faze) – 2009
Iyanya (My Story) – 2010
Kukere – 2011
Ur Waist (featuring Emma Nyra) – 2012
Kukere Remix (featuring D’banj) – 2012
Flavour – 2012
Sexy Mama (featuring Wizkid) – 2013
Jombolo (featuring Flavour N’abania) – 2013
Head Swell – 2013
She Can Get It – 2013
Le Kwa Ukwu – 2013
Story Story (featuring Oritse Femi) – 2014
Mr Oreo – 2014
Ijeoma – 2014

Iyanya’s Singles As A Featured Artist

Get Wild (N6 featuring Iyanya) – 2012
Omoge (Slim Joe featuring Iyanya) – 2012
Everything I Do (featuring Iyanya) – 2012
Your Desire (Sammy Lee featuring Iyanya) – 2013
Koma Roll Remix (Tillaman featuring Ice Prince, Iyanya, Burna Boy, Phyno and Trigga) – 2013
Coupe Decale Remix (Minjin featuring Iyanya) – 2013
Emujo (DJ Jimmy Jatt featuring Iyanya and 4×4) – 2013
Fi Mi Le (Lola Rae featuring Iyanya) – 2013
Felele (Ajemina featuring Iyanya) – 2013
Fever – 2016
Feel Alright (Wizzboy featuring Iyanya) – 2016
Flex (Princeton featuring Iyanya) – 2016

Iyanya’s Promotional Singles

I’m the One – 2010
In Love Again – 2010
South Girl (featuring Duncan Mighty) – 2011
High (featuring Dammy Krane) – 2013
Take It Inside (Olamide featuring Iyanya) – 2013

Iyanya’s Music Videos

Love Truly – 2009
Iyanya (My Story) – 2010
Kukere – 2012
Ur Waist (featuring Emma Nyra) – 2012
Flavour – 2012
Sexy Mama (featuring Wizkid) – 2013
Jombolo (featuring Flavour N’abania) – 2013
Head Swell – 2013
Le Kwa Ukwu – 2013
Iyanya’s Videos As A Featured Artist
Get Wild (N6 featuring Iyanya) – 2013
Everything I Do (Emma Nyra featuring Iyanya) – 2013
Koma Roll Remix (Tillaman featuring Ice Prince, Iyanya, Burna Boy, Phyno and Trigga) – 2013
Coupe Decale Remix (Minjin featuring Iyanya) – 2013
Felele (featuring Iyanya) – 2013

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Iyanya’s Endorsements

Ambassador for Solo Phones Nigeria – a mobile phone company located at Computer Village, Ikeja. The contract came with a 2014 Toyota Prado.
He signed a one-year endorsement deal with Zinox Computers (Nigeria’s first certified branded computers).
MTN Nigeria once endorsed him as one of its brand ambassadors.
Brand ambassador for Dunes Center, Abuja.

Iyanya Quotes

“…Be the change you pray to see.”

“Remember, winning in reality, is bliss. Don’t get carried away, and be forced into depression by what you see on social media!”

“Don’t cry cause it’s over, smile cause it happened that way! Have a chilled day!!!”

“Development, investment, and Nation Growth come when every individual plays an integral role in Nation building…”

“Rape is disgusting, callous and heartless. It will not be treated lightly. It’ll be so sad and heartbreaking if found of this allegation.”

Awards And Nominations Of Iyanya

2012 – 2013
Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA) nominated him as the Best Contemporary Afro (Live Beats choice) – 2012
The Headies award for Best Pop Single – 2012
Song of the Year nominee at the Headies – 2012
Soul Train Music Awards nominee for Best International Performance – 2013
Channel O Music Video Awards nominee for the Most Gifted Male Video – 2013
Nigeria Entertainment Awards nominee for Best Pop/R&B Artist of the Year – 2013
Hottest Single of the Year at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards – 2013
Ghana Music Awards nominee for African Artiste of the Year – 2013
City People Entertainment Awards nominee for Musician of the Year (Male) – 2013
Most Popular Song of the Year at the City People Entertainment Awards – 2013
Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA) nominee for Best High Life Video – 2013
Nominated for Best Use of Choreography at the Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA) – 2013
Best Use of Visual Effects nominee at the Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA) – 2013

2013 – 2014

The Headies award for Artist of the Year – 2013
Best R&B/Pop Album nominee at the Headies – 2013
Album of the Year nominee at the Headies – 2013
Best Pop Single nominee at the Headies – 2013
Song of the Year nominee at The Headies – 2013
World Music Awards nominee for the World’s Best Song – 2014
Nominated Le Kwa Ukwu for the World’s Best Video at the World Music Awards – 2014
Iyanya was nominated for the World’s Best Male Artist at the World Music Awards – 2014
World’s Best Live Act nominee at the World Music Awards – 2014
Nominated as the World’s Best Entertainer of the Year at the World Music Awards – 2014
City People Entertainment Awards nominated Iyanya for the Musician of the Year (Male) – 2014
African Muzik Magazine Awards nominee for Best Male West Africa – 2014
Best Dance in a Video at the African Muzik Magazine Awards – 2014

Net Worth Of Iyanya

According to 360dopes.com, Iyanya was worth $4.5million in 2018.

Life Lesson From Iyanya

Be persistent

The failure of Iyanya’s first album was enough to get him discouraged in pursuing his dreams but he never gave up until he got his big break with Kukere.

He started small and knew exactly what he wanted. He then worked hard to achieve his dreams against all odds. His music is creative and endears his fans to him which is evident of his hard work. His most recent single – Ijeoma, has left his fans raving.

As an entrepreneurs, there is no substitute for hard work in life and in business. You have to make a conscious decision to focus on your hustle and see it through no matter the challenges you experience. See every challenge as an experience and not a hindrance.