Nigerian singer and songwriter (born 1988)
Musical artist
Abinye David Jumbo born (February 11, 1988), known by his stage name Mr 2Kay, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He was formally signed by Grafton Entertainment, but left the label in 2018 to start his own imprint, Better Life Entertainment.
Early life
Mr 2Kay was born in Port Harcourt. After his birth, his family moved to Bonny Island, Rivers State, south-south Nigeria, where he grew up. Mr 2Kay was also a good artist as he drew portraits growing up.
Career
Mr 2Kay started his music career in Port Harcourt and his break-out single from Port Harcourt was "Waterside Boy", released 21 August 2011 under Grafton Entertainment,[1] but he did not gain international attention until 2012 when he released "Bubugaga" which was his international break out single. "Bubugaga" was released on 8 October 2012. The music video for "Bubugaga" was shot in London, UK and directed by Nosa Igbinedion under Grafton Entertainment.
Personal life
Robbery
On 25 October 2017, Mr 2Kay was reportedly robbed by four armed men in his hotel room at Eko Hotels and Suites at Victoria Island, Lagos after performing at 2Baba's Buckwyld and Breathless Concert, which took place at the convention centre of Eko Hotel.[2] 2Kay was left with injuries sustained from the robbery. One week after the robbery, Mr 2Kay released a new single "Pray for Me" which was scheduled for a late November release. His label, Grafton Records, had to push back the album release date.[3] On 7 November 2017, Mr 2Kay reportedly filed a $500 million lawsuit against the management of Eko Hotels and Suites where the incident happened in October.[4]
He has performed in several popular events and shows since his rise to stardom, performed in events like:
- Factory78 TV – Mr 2Kay Performs Bubugaga Live / Face-off interview in 2012[5]
- Afrobeats London Party at Coronet in 2014.[6][7]
- Carniriv Closing Ceremony In 2014.[8]
- Prestigious London Jazz cafe IN 2014.[9]
- All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) At Industry Nite in 2015.[10]
Concert tour
On Sunday, 17 June 2018, at Aztech Arcum Stadium Road Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria. Mr 2Kay kickoff with his album concert "Elevated" features guest artist, radio host/hype man[11] & disc jockeys[12] Timaya, Duncan Mighty, Harrysong, Charles Okocha, DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Neptune, DJ Big N, DJ Kev, Joenell, Ayi, Real Prince, Idahams, Doray, Young GreyC, Squeeze Tarela, Legendary Sunny, Ajebo Hustlers, King Perryy, M Trill, Korkormikor, Olisa Adibua, Shope Shopsy and Alex from Big Brother Naija (season 3). The concert was recorded sold out with a capacity of over two thousand seats.[13] Tickets were sold from two to five hundred thousand Nigerian naira.[14]
Mr 2Kay posted on his social media pages on 2 April 2018, to announce a singing/dancing competition[15] where he'll be giving away $2000 (Two Thousand Dollars) to 2 persons in Port Harcourt.
According to him, the initiative is a way of giving back to his starting foundation in the music industry. "Call it my little way of giving back to a place where I started my career."
Discography
Awards and nominations
| Year
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Awards ceremony
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Award description(s)
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Results
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| 2014
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Nigeria Entertainment Awards
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Diaspora Artiste Of The Year
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Nominated
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| PNA Youth Award
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Next Rated
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Won
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| Nigeria Entertainment Awards
|
Diaspora Artist of the Year
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Nominated
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| 2015
|
Nigeria Entertainment Awards
|
Best Collabo of The Year (Bad Girl Special Remix)
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Won
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| Niger Delta Advancement Awards[16]
|
Artiste Of The Year
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Won
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| Song Of The Year (Bad girl special)
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Won
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| Video Of The Year {Bad girl special}
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Won
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| The Headies
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Best Reggae/Dancehall Single (Bad Girl Special (Remix))
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Nominated
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See also
References
