Lekan Osifeso Jnr, popularly known as Lojay, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. And performer. With his song “Monalisa,” in which he collaborates with Chris Brown and Sarz, he reached its highest point at eight on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats songs list.
According to Cool FM Nigeria and NotJustOk, his song is also the Afrobeats song with the most Shazam plays. He was a candidate for the 2022 Next Rated Artist category of The Headies award.
Lojay Biography
| Name | Lojay |
| Real Name | Lekan Osifeso Jnr. |
| Date of Birth | April 28, 1996 |
| Age | 27 Years old |
| State of Origin | Ogun State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Tribe | Yoruba |
| Religion | Christian |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Record Label | KORATORI RECORDINGS |
| Net Worth | $300,000 |
Early Life
Leland Osifeso (born April 28, 1996), Lojay was born to the Yoruba family of Mr. and Mrs. Lekan Osifeso. Lekan Osifeso Jr. was named after his father. He is the first kid of the family and is from one of the states in southwest Nigeria.
His parents were devoted Christians. Thus, he was raised in a religious environment. This indicated that he routinely attended church and infrequently missed services.
His religious upbringing aided him in discovering his passion for music. He developed an interest in music from listening to the various gospel songs that his parents enjoyed playing.
Education
2018 saw his graduation from the University of Portsmouth in the UK. His family first resided in Victoria Island before moving to Ikorodu. Lekan has exhibited exceptional potential and a propensity for music ever since he was a little child.
He was a Dkoy local rap group member while attending Nigerian Turkish Secondary School during his secondary education. He produced singles like Kilode while he was in Dkoy. Osifeso routinely attended church with his family as a family tradition during childhood because his mother was a preacher. Chris Brown was one of his favorite singers when he was younger.
Career
The first letters of Lojay’s entire name, “Lekan Osifeso Junior” (LO-J), are used as the stage name. As a teenager, he developed a passion for singing and music. Throughout his adolescent years, he followed his interest. He seamlessly transitions between different musical genres and does so. He stated this in an interview with Nataal.
“I don’t have a genre, and I’m not going to put myself in a box just because people expect it….anyone that wants to put me in a box is free to do so. You can call it anything you want if you are jamming and connecting to the gbedu(song). If I do rock tomorrow, nobody should fight me.”
While still a student, he began playing music professionally in 2016 on a part-time basis. After earning his degree, he turned his attention entirely to music. Five tracks made up Lojay’s debut EP, Midnight Vibes, released in December 2017. The EP’s songs are Atarodo, Alomo, Kele, 10K Splaw, and Whine & Bubble.
He released “Ariel” as a single in 2019 and “Ogogoro” as a second single in 2020. Between his first foray into the music business in 2016 and the arrival of his breakthrough songs in 2021, Lojay released several tracks, including Along, Kuli Kuli, and Over the Bar, among others.
His second EP, LV N ATTN (stylized from Love and Attention), which he co-produced with producer Sarz, was released in May 2021. The five-track EP included his breakthrough songs, “Tonongo” and “Monalisa,” released earlier that year.
He later remixed “Monalisa” with Chris Brown. Additionally, he included Wizkid in the song LV N ATTN, which shares the same name as the EP. Panty! and Park O X3 are the names of the remaining two songs. The body of work led to a nomination for the 2021–2022 Next Rated Artist category of The Headies award. DJ Neptune and Zlatan Ibile featured him in the song “Only Fan” in November 2021.
He participated in the tour of the Heineken UEFA Champions League trophy in Nigeria in 2022.
Gangster Romantic is the name of Lojay’s second solo EP, which was released in March 2023. Later that month, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) awarded “Monalisa” its Silver certification.
Discography
EP
2017: Midnight Vibes
2021: LV N ATTN (Collaborative EP)
2023: Gangster Romantic
Lojay songs mp3
LV N ATTN
Monalisa
Tongogo
Ariel
Along
Kele
Over The Bar
Kuli Kuli
Personal Life
Lojay is not married or engaged to a woman; his present romantic status is unclear, and he has never revealed who his girlfriend is. He prefers to keep his private life hidden from the media and the general public.
How my ex stabbed me, smashed kettle on my head – Lojay
Popular Nigerian singer, Lekan Osifeso Jnr, better known as Lojay, has revealed how his estranged girlfriend stabbed him with a fork over an argument.
He said he was in a toxic relationship and was trying to make it work but tension escalated between him and his ex and they were involved in a fierce argument.
The Monalisa crooner said the argument turned into a physical altercation after his ex-girlfriend stabbed him with a fork on his chest and smashed a kettle on his head.
He disclosed this while featuring as a guest on the latest episode of the On The Radar podcast.
Lojay said,
“It was just like a really rough time in our relationship and things were just running out of control. It had become really toxic for both of us. But we were trying to make it [the relationship] work.
“On a particular day, we had an argument. It got heated and I tried to leave the room, then she was like, I’m not going to leave the room. She locked the door and put the keys away. And I was trying to reach the door again. No, I think she was trying to lock the door and I tried to grab her. I was holding her from the back like, stop, stop! Next thing, she stabbed me on my chest. I was trying to process the shock and then she tried to stab me again and I blocked it with my hand.
“That same day, my head got smashed with a kettle. She smashed my head with a kettle after stabbing me. I couldn’t leave because she locked the doors and tossed the keys.”
He advised fans to always walk away once they discover that their partners are too aggressive.
My Heart Has Been Broken Many Times
Superstar Nigerian singer/songwriter, Lekan Osifeso Jnr, better known as Lojay, has opened up about having his heart broken a couple of times.
He disclosed this while featuring as a guest in the recent episode of the Moni Talks audiovisual podcast hosted by Moni Osibodu.
The Monalisa crooner admitted to being a “romantic guy,” but quickly added that he has suffered many heartbreaks.
He said: “I’m a romantic guy. I’ve always been a romantic guy. I don’t think that is going to change. But at the same time, [in] the space in which I exist at the moment, I have been served breakfast [heart breaks] many times. I broke up with someone because of my feelings for someone else and that person didn’t like me.”
Lojay said he was disappointed with himself.
“Usually, I’m the type of person that would be more vulnerable. I’m the type of person that I put my heart on my sleeves, especially when I really like someone. But I had just learned that it is not working in my favor,” he said.
Lojay added that he is currently single.
I Made The Biggest Amapiano Song – Lojay Boasts
Lojay declared his hit single ‘Monalisa’ the “biggest Amapiano song”.
He said the song, which was produced by Sarz and performed by him, is the greatest Amapiano song ever created.
He said, “Monalisa is the biggest Amapiano song ever created.”
Drama as singer, Lojay father allegedly set to wed third wife, other wives disapprove
Lekan Osifeso, the father of musician Lekan Osifeso, often known as Lojay, is preparing to marry for the third time.
According to Kemi Ashefon’s blog, the wealthy businessman and socialite is planning another wedding this year.
According to insiders, the singer’s father has finalized all plans and arrangements to make his lover, Celicia Bolaji Dada, his third wife.
His soon-to-be third wife is the former Lagos State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.
Their relationship was based on love at first sight as the bride had gotten smitten by her husband’s handsome, sauce, and stylish personae. She stuck with him ever since their first meeting in 2019 and has been in a whirlwind relationship with him for years now.
Detailing the wedding, the source claimed that the wedding would be a low-key affair and would be held outside of Nigeria.
Meanwhile, the businessman’s two wives aren’t in support of his new union. Kemi Ashefon claims that his first wife, who is the mother of Lojay, had gotten into shock over the union as she has a relationship with the bride-to-be, who she thought was just a close friend of her family.
The blogger disclosed that Bolaji was so involved in Osifeso’s family life that she always visited the family home.
His second wife on her part, is alleged to be livid and rage over the marriage, which she has plans of scattering.
Aishat, the first wife, is believed to harbor a strong disdain for her husband’s second wife, Tola Solomon, who has vowed to give back such energy to the new wife.
Age
He is 27 years of age. Born on April 28, 1996.
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Net Worth
Lojay, a renowned Nigerian singer, songwriter, and performing artist, has an impressive net worth of $300,000. His talent and dedication have enabled him to establish a significant presence in the Nigerian music industry. Lojay’s unique sound and captivating performances have garnered him a loyal fanbase, earning him both critical acclaim and commercial success. With his remarkable achievements, Lojay continues to make waves in the music world and is undoubtedly a rising star to watch out for.
People Also Ask For FAQs
How old is Lojay?
He is 27 years of age. Born on April 28, 1996.
Which country is Lojay from?
Lojay was born to the Yoruba family of Mr. and Mrs. Lekan Osifeso. He is the first kid of the family and is from one of the states in southwest Nigeria.
Where is Lojay Monalisa from?
Monalisa was released by two Nigerian top singers, Lojay and Sarz. This song was released in the year, 2021 as another hit one from their collaborative extended Play “LV N ATTN”.
Who played the song Monalisa?
Lojay drops a new masterpiece single tagged, “Monalisa” featuring producer cum singer, Sarz.
Who is Lojay Father?
Otunba Lekan Osifeso, chairman of the Lekai Group of Companies, is rumored to be Lojay’s father. Lojay is reportedly his son.
Who is Lojay Girlfriend?
Lojay revealed that he broke up with someone because of his feelings for someone else and that person didn’t like him, the Monalisa crooner also expressed that his currently single.
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