Shallipopi

**Shallipopi** Shallipopi (born Crown Uzama on April 12, 2000, in Benin City, Edo, Nigeria) is a Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter. He is recognized as a prominent figure in the modern Nigerian music scene, noted for his blend of Afrobeats, Afrobeat, Afropop, Amapiano, and trap genres, often performing under the moniker Pluto Presido, Plutomaniapopi, or Shakespopi. **Early Life and Education** Crown Uzama was born and raised in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. He has two brothers, Zerrydl and Famous Pluto, who are also involved in his career. Details regarding his formal education beyond his birthplace are not widely publicized, but his career in music began at a young age. **Career Progression** Shallipopi began his music career in 2015 by creating and sharing freestyles on TikTok and other social media platforms. He remained active in the music scene, eventually releasing his debut single, “Gra Gra,” in late 2021. In 2022, he followed up with the singles “Power” and “Shaka.” His breakthrough came in March 2023 with the release of the hit single “Elon Musk.” This song propelled him to mainstream recognition. Following this success, he released his debut EP, *Planet Pluto*, on July 10, 2023, under his label Plutomania Records and Dvpper Music. The EP peaked at number one on Apple Music's Top 100 albums chart. In November 2023, he released his first studio album, *Presido La Pluto*, which further solidified his presence in the Afrobeats landscape. **Major Achievements and Notable Works** Shallipopi is recognized for his rapid rise to fame and his distinct sound often categorized as Street Pop. Major achievements include: * **Chart Success:** Both his debut EP, *Planet Pluto* (2023), and his second studio album, *Shakespopi* (2024), debuted atop the Nigerian album charts, demonstrating his commercial appeal. * **Accolades:** Shallipopi won the Best Rap Single award at The Headies in 2025 for his song “Cast” (featuring Odumodublvck). He was also nominated for the BET Award for Best New International Act in 2025. He also led the Nigerian sweep at the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa. * **Hit Singles:** Key tracks in his discography include "Elon Musk" (2023) and "ASAP" from the *Shakespopi* album, which reached number one on the TurnTable Top 100 chart.**Current Status** Shallipopi continues to be highly active in the music industry. He is currently signed to his own label, Plutomania Records, and Dvpper Music. In 2024, he released his second studio album, *Shakespopi*, and in 2025, he released the single "Laho" under Plutomania Records and Since '93. He is considered one of the leading voices in the contemporary Afrobeats and Afropop movement.