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May D

b. 1984

Nigerian singer

Singer Dancer Songwriter
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About May D

Born 1984. May D is a Nigerian singer, dancer and songwriter.

Akinmayokun Awodumila (born 28 December 1984), popularly known as May D, is a Nigerian singer. He was formally signed to R&B duo P-Square's record label Square Records.

Biography

May D was born Akinmayokun Awodumila in Lagos into a family of seven. He attended the University of Lagos, where he studied mass communication.

He rose to stardom in the same year he got signed to the label Square Records, in 2011. On 21 August 2012, it was officially announced that May D was no longer in the label, as stated by Premium Times news.

On 13 May 2011, May D released his first single "Soundtrack" via the label Square Records. The music video, directed by Clarence Peters, was released on 12 January 2012. The video originally had over 10 million views on their YouTube channel before being deleted by the label. On 25 September 2012, May D founded an independent record label known as Confam Entertainment. On 18 July 2020, May D announced on his Twitter handle that he had signed with Davido Music Worldwide.

Discography Studio albums and EPs Chapter One (2013) SUREBOY (2021)

As lead artist

As featured artist

Awards and nominations

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Important facts

Born
28 December 1984, Lagos State
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Singer, dancer, songwriter
Nationality
Nigeria
Education
University of Lagos
Also known as
Akinmayokun Awodumila

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Frequently asked questions

Who is May D?

Nigerian singer

When was May D born?

May D was born on 28 December 1984 in Lagos State.

What is May D's occupation?

May D is a singer, dancer and songwriter.

What nationality is May D?

May D is Nigerian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: May D

· Wikidata: Q27656673

· DBpedia: May D

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