Fave

Chidozie Godsfavour Ugochinyere (born March 13, 2000), widely known by her stage name Fave, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and recording artist recognized for her work in the Afrobeats, Dancehall, and Afro-pop genres. She emerged in the music scene as a prominent voice in the new generation of African music.Early Life and Education Fave was born Chidozie Godsfavour Ugochinyere on March 13, 2000. She is the middle child and only daughter of her family, which resides in Anambra State, Nigeria, where she grew up. Her early music career began with rudimentary tools; she started recording her songs using only her voice and a mobile phone.Career Progression and Notable Works Fave’s career began around 2019, gaining traction through social media and independent releases. Her breakthrough arrived with the widely successful hit single "Baby Riddim" in 2021. The song, praised for its captivating melody and distinct vocal performance, was instrumental in establishing her presence internationally. Following the success of "Baby Riddim," Fave released her debut EP, *Riddim 5*, on January 20, 2022. The project, distributed under the Tumblar label, featured five solo tracks: "Obsessed," "S.M.K," "Kilotufe," "Mr. Man," and "Baby Riddim." *Riddim 5* achieved commercial success, becoming the first album released in 2022 to reach number one on the Apple Music Top Albums chart in Nigeria. Her career further progressed through notable collaborations, including features on tracks like Olamide's "Want" (2021) and Simi's "Loyal" (2022).Major Achievements and Current Status Fave has garnered significant critical acclaim early in her career. In 2022, she was recognized as the Rookie of the Year at The Headies awards. That same year, she received nominations for Most Promising Artist and Best Artist in African Reggae, Dancehall at the All Africa Music Awards, as well as a nomination for Best New Artiste at the Soundcity MVP Awards Festival. As of her most recent activity, Fave continues to record and release music, maintaining her reputation as a leading figure in the Afrobeats and Afro-pop genres. Her notable single releases include "Beautifully" (2021), "Scatta Scatta" (2022), and "Cold War" (2024).