Biography
Adekunle Idowu (born November 2, 1992) is a popular Nigerian rapper and songwriter who goes by the stage name, Idowest. The musical act is currently signed to Davido Music Worldwide record label. He came to limelight in 2017 after he dropped the hit single, Shepeteri
WIKI FACTS & ABOUT
DATA Full Name: Adekunle Idowu
Stage Name: Idowest
Born: 2 November 1992
Age: 28 years old
Birth Place: Lagos
State Of Origin: Lagos State
Nationality: Nigerian
Girlfriend / Wife: UNmarried
Occupation: Rapper, Songwriter
Record Label: Davido Music Worldwide
Net Worth: $100,000-$600,000
Early Life
Idowest was born to the Idowu family on the 2nd of November 1992. He was given the birth name Adekunle by his parents. He was bred in the mainland part of the city of Lagos. He is a Yoruba boy who hails from one of the South West states. He became interested in music as a teenager and started composing music lyrics to rap. He rapped mainly in his Yoruba dialect and pidgin. He always did freestyle raps in the presence of his mates in school and neighborhood. Together with his friends, C Blvck and Abramsoul, he formed the music group, M.A.F.I.A
Education
Idowest obtained his First School Leaving Certificate from a public primary school in Lagos. He studied at Isale Eko Grammar School, Oroyinyin, Lagos for his secondary school education.
Career
As an upcoming artist, Idowest often visited a studio close to his house to record singles. As his popularity as a rapper grew, he started receiving invitations to perform at local shows and concerts in Lagos. He came to limelight in 2017 after he dropped the hit single, Shepeteri, featuring Slimcase. In 2018, he added to his succes by signing a recording deal with Davido Music Worldwide. Thus he became a part of the DMW family, joining co-label acts Peruzzi, Mayorkun, Dremo, Yonda. In December 2020, he released the hit single, No Girlfriend No Problem (NPNG). He featured Zlatan Ibile on the song. At the moment, the song trending on major music platforms across the world. It has also become an anthem in the streets.
In a career spanning the past five years, Idowest has worked with some of Nigeria’s top music acts such as Davido, Olamide, Danagog, Dammy Krane, Jaywon, Peruzzi and Zlatan Ibile. He is the brand ambassador of the cryptocurrency trading firm, Jeroid Nigeria
Discography
No Problem No Girlfriend
Shepeteri
Ji Masun
Eko
Handkerchief
Gbese Nle
Bebedi
Owanle
Eko
G Level
Movement (For My Arena) (featured by Small Baddo)
Awards and Nominations
Idowest was nominated for the Best Street Pop Category at the Headies Awards in 2018. He lost the award to fellow rapper, Small Doctor.
Social Media
Idowest is active on social media. He has over 1 million followers on his Instagram page. His official Instagram handle is @officialidowest
Personal Life
Idowest is a handsome artiste with a dark skin. He is also a tattoo lover, with some of them adorning his chest and arms. He is 28 years old. He resides in an upscale apartment in a posh estate in Lagos Island. He is the proud owner of some exotic cars. He bought a Dodge Challenger in 2019. The vehicle is estimated to be worth 20 million naira. Idowest is not married but might be in a relationship with a beautiful girlfriend.
Net Worth
The DMW signed musician, Idowest has accumulated an estimated net worth of $100,000-$600,000