Wurld (musician)
Sadiq Onifade (born January 2, 1987), known professionally as WurlD, is an African musician. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, WurlD has become noted as a multi-talented recording artist, songwriter, composer, and producer.[1] Wurld became a United States citizen in May 2013.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Wurld was born in Lagos, Nigeria and relocated to the United States as a teenager. Wurld received his college education at Georgia State University, studying Computer Science. He later received his Master's degree in Information Technology. While in school, Wurld developed a serious interest in musical performance and managed to work with multi-platinum selling producers like Fitzgerald Scott, Anthony Dent, and Kenny Smoove.[1] In late 2012, Wurld release his first single, "Beyond Our Dreams" from his debut EP titled Evolution, due summer 2013.[2] Coinciding with the release, SESAC held an exclusive listening party at their Atlanta office for Wurld's forthcoming Evolution EP.[3] By early 2013, Wurld was in the recording studio with Mario, writing songs for the R&B superstar's upcoming album. Shortly after, the music video for Evolution's second single, "Alive" was premiered exclusively via MTV: The Wrap Up on May 2, 2013.[4] Wurld also teamed up with Timbaland's artist, BK Brasco as a featured artist on "Beautiful Girls." He also appears in the song's video.[5]
Discography
Extended Plays
Singles
| Year |
Title |
Chart positions |
Album |
|
| U.S. |
UK |
| 2012 |
"Beyond Our Dreams" |
— |
— |
Evolution (EP) |
| 2013 |
"Alive" |
— |
— |
Evolution (EP) |
| 2015 |
"Gromee - Follow You ft. Wurld" |
— |
— |
Evolution (EP) |
Guest appearances
References
External links
