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May D

Akinmayokun Awodumila (born 28 December 1984), popularly known as May D, is a Nigerian singer. He was formally signed to R&B duo P-Square's record label Square Records.[2]

Biography

May D was born Akinmayokun Awodumila in Lagos into a family of seven. He attended the University of Lagos, where he studied mass communication.

He rose to stardom in the same year he got signed to the label Square Records, in 2011.[3] On 21 August 2012, it was officially announced that May D was no longer in the label, as stated by Premium Times news.[4][5]

On 13 May 2011, May D released his first single "Soundtrack" via the label Square Records. The music video, directed by Clarence Peters, was released on 12 January 2012. The video originally had over 10 million views on their YouTube channel before being deleted by the label.[6][7] On 25 September 2012, May D founded an independent record label known as Confam Entertainment.[8] On 18 July 2020, May D announced on his Twitter handle that he had signed with Davido Music Worldwide.[9][10]

Discography

Studio albums and EPs

As lead artist

As featured artist

Awards and nominations

References

  1. ^ "May D – biography". Retrieved 28 September 2016.
  2. ^ Inc, Naijakit. "May D's Biography: Age, Songs & Profile » NaijaKit". NaijaKit. Retrieved 22 June 2022. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  3. ^ "Square Records Presents May D". notjustOk. 13 May 2011. Retrieved 27 September 2016.
  4. ^ "Psquare announce split with MayD". 21 August 2012. Retrieved 28 September 2016.
  5. ^ "No more together: May-D and P-Square split because of "irreconcilable differences"". Retrieved 28 September 2016.
  6. ^ BellaNaija.com (24 May 2020). "May D Reveals his Alleged Past Ordeal with Former Record Label". BellaNaija. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
  7. ^ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2020/05/10/may-d-reveals-cause-of-fallout-with-psquare/
  8. ^ "May D Launches New Record Label | | Nigerian Entertainment Today – Nigeria's Top Website For News, Gossip, Comedy, Videos, Blogs, Events, Weddings, Nollywood, Celebs, Scoop And Games". 25 September 2012. Retrieved 28 September 2016.
  9. ^ "Positive Reactions As Davido Signs May D To DMW Label". 18 July 2020.
  10. ^ Mohammed, Farouk (18 July 2020). "Davido signs May D to DMW record label". Okay.ng. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
  11. ^ "Chapter One - Album by May D". music.apple.com. 16 May 2013. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
  12. ^ "EP: May D – Sureboy". Navdrillnet.com. 15 October 2021. Retrieved 15 October 2021.
  13. ^ "May D – Hustle feat. Akon & Davido (Prod. by Mckeezyk) – Daily Post Nigeria". dailypost.ng. Retrieved 29 October 2016.
  14. ^ "[Music] May D – Dodo". Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website. 20 August 2021. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
  15. ^ Mix, Pulse (16 October 2013). "Full List Of Winners- Nigeria Entertainment Awards 2012!". Retrieved 28 September 2016.
  16. ^ "2012 NIGERIAN ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS NOMINEES ANNOUNCED AT THE NOMINATION GALA EVENT IN LAGOS". 360Nobs.com. 3 June 2012. Retrieved 28 September 2016.