About Afro B
Born 1993. Afro B is a British singer-songwriter.
Ross-Emmanuel Bayeto, (born 25 February 1993) better known as Afro B, is a British DJ, singer and songwriter known for his hit song "Drogba (Joanna)", which peaked at number 23 on the US Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, was certified Gold by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) and led to the creation of the "Drogba Challenge". He also coined the term "Afrowave", a "fusion of hip-hop, dancehall and Afrobeat melodies". He presents a Saturday night show on Capital Xtra, which is broadcast on DAB to most of the UK.
Early life Bayeto was born in south London to Ivorian and Akan parents, on 25 February 1993. In secondary school, St Paul's Academy, he learned how to play piano He was part of a group named the All Star Skankers
Discography Afrowave (2017) Afrowave 2 (2018) Afrowave 3 (2019)
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Who is Afro B?
British DJ and singer-songwriter
When was Afro B born?
Afro B was born on 25 February 1993 in Greenwich.
What is Afro B's occupation?
Afro B is a singer-songwriter.
What nationality is Afro B?
Afro B is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Afro B. https://biography.guide/afro-b/
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