Idowest

**Idowest** (born Adekunle Idowu in 1992) is a Nigerian rapper and singer recognized as a significant figure in the Nigerian music scene, particularly within the street-pop and Afrobeats genres. He is known for his energetic delivery and for primarily rapping in Yoruba and Nigerian Pidgin.Early Life and Education Adekunle Idowu was born in 1992 in Nigeria. While details of his education are limited, he developed an early interest in music. He utilizes Yoruba as his primary language in his musical expression, alongside English and Pidgin.Career Progression and Notable Works Idowest gained national attention in the Nigerian music industry following the release of his hit single "Shepeteri" (sometimes referenced as "Omo Shepeteri" featuring Slimcase and Dammy Krane) in 2018. This track was instrumental in establishing his presence in the burgeoning street-pop scene. His career received a significant boost when he was signed to Davido’s record label, Davido Music Worldwide (DMW). Under this affiliation, Idowest continued to release popular music and collaborated with some of Nigeria's biggest artists, including his label boss, Davido, and Zlatan Ibile, with whom he released the song "Famo." Other notable tracks in his discography include "Handkerchief," "Gbese Nle," and "Ji Masun." Idowest is a prolific artist who has consistently released projects, including the albums *Chico Amante* (2022), *From Uyo To Lagos* (2021), and the EPs *Mafia Culture, Vol. 2.0* (2021) and *Mafia Culture, Vol.* (2019). He has also been noted for his collaboration with CashWale on the 2018 single "Handkerchief."Major Achievements and Current Status Idowest’s rise solidified his position as a recognizable name in Afrobeats. Beyond music, he has ventured into brand endorsement, notably serving as a brand ambassador for Jeroid Nigeria, a cryptocurrency trading business. He continues to be active in the music industry, releasing recent singles such as "Kuda II," "BTC BRTICO," and "Halleluyah (Remix)" in 2024, and maintaining a strong social media following.