About this artist
WurlD, born ‘Sadiq Onifade’ is a singer-songwriter of Nigerian heritage. He began his career writing songs for artists such as BOB, Trinidad James, Akon, Mario, and many more. In 2012, WurlD released his first single ‘Beyond Our Dreams’, lead single off his debut EP, ‘Evolution’ which was later released in 2013. In 2016, WurlD collaborated with Shizzi & Walshy Fire of Major Lazer to deliver the Afro pop hit ‘Show You Off’. While support & coverage on popular platforms such as; Vice, OkayAfrica, E! Online & MTVBase to mention a few quickly brought WurlD to mainstream attention, his unique style & eclectic sound has garnered him a dedicated & loyal fan base. In 2019, he released “Love Is Contagious” EP, which features singles like “Show You Off”, “Paranoid” & “Contagious”. He co-wrote the hit song ‘Blow My Mind’ by Davido ft Chris Brown, and also released the critically acclaimed collaborative project ‘ILGWT’ (I Love Girls With Trobul) with award winning Nigerian producer Sarz. WurlD’s versatility as an artist is evident in his songs, personality & brand. “It’s easy to follow trends and play safe in a world where being original is not celebrated as much anymore. I just want to connect with people while staying true to my art and my brand” - WurlD