Biography
Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe (born May 1st, 1994), professionally known as Kizz Daniel (formerly spelled as Kiss Daniel), is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Popularly recognized after Releasing “Woju” in September 2016 under the ‘G-Worldwide Entertainment‘ record.
He is currently the founder and C.E.O of ‘FlyBoy inc record label.
Early Life
Kizz was born in Abeokuta, Ogun state and spent his formative years in Ogun state with his family and siblings. He is from a family of 7 and is the 2nd of the 5th children of Mr & Mrs. Anidugbe.
Kizz began muttering songs at the age of 7, and got discovered by His father who encourages and supported him. At 13, He had discovered his talent and combining with a cool sonorous voice.
Daniel began his musical Journey immediately after graduating from the University in 2013. He immediately chose to pursue a musical career about which He was passionate. His name became widespread after joining G-WorldWide Entertainment records. Coming up with the stage name Kiss Daniel but eventually changed it to Kizz Daniel after He left the records due to a bridge in the contract in May 2018.
Education
Daniel attended Abeokuta Grammar school in Abeokuta. He graduated from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, with a degree in Water Resources Management and Agrometeorology (Water Engineering) in 2013.
Career
Kizz Daniel was still a student at the University of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), when he commenced venturing into his musical career.
After being signed to the G-Worldwide Entertainmet in 2013, He released his first debut single, “Shoye,” in May 2014, followed shortly with his second single, “Woju,” in September 2014. The song became a hit song and assisted him in garnering a lot of fans.
In 2015, He released a remix of ‘Woju‘ featuring Davido and Tiwa Savage. The song became a top song in Nigeria and was loved by most.
‘Laye‘ was dropped in the same year. ‘Laye‘ was also a hit, making him stand out among the struggling artist. He dropped his first studio album in 2016 and titled it “New Era” with 20 songs, including previously released songs like ‘Woju‘ and ‘Laye.’
In 2017, He announced that He was officially calling it off with G-Worldwide Entertainment. He also disclosed the launching of his New music record label ‘FlyBoy inc Record Label,’ of which He is the founder.
He had signed up for a few acts like Demmie Vee, Philkeys, and other upcoming artists. He featured on Demmie Vee‘s song “You go wait.” But unfortunately, Demmie Vee left the record label due to a contract feud. Although they’re on good terms, no business is included.
Kizz Daniel’s second studio album, which happens to be the first in his newly created record label, was tagged “No bad Songz” with a list of 20 songs that features Davido, Philkeys, Diamond Platinum, Diplo, Nasty C and Sarkodie.
Kizz Daniel released a hard hit song on May,2022, “Buga” collaborating with Tekno. The song became and anthem, topping the chart just on the day of released and with a total view of 265.5 views on TikTok and among other other social Medias.
Kizz Daniel is set to release another album titled, Where We Come From, Vol 1. scheduled to be release on the 18th of November 2022. He released a track off the incoming album, Cough(Odo), and the song has climbed to a high spot on the Music chart.
The song is currently banging both in Nigeria and in other countries.
Personal Life
Kizz was into a family of 5 children, with himself as the second child and the first male.
Although his siblings’ identity is being kept private and away from the media. His eldest sister is recognized as Sophie Tolulope Anidugbe and his younger brother as Uthman Mofoluwato Anidugbe.
He lost his Dad who suffered a brief sickness on May 9th, 2015. He talked about how close He was with his father to an extent of revealing to him the moment He lost his Virginity.
He was unable to attend his father’s burial which He allegedly accused His record label for preventing him from attending.
But the record label replied back to the accusation, revealing that he stayed back Intentionally claiming that his relatives were fetish.
After all the accusations and everything, Daniel posted on his Instagram wall on his Late father’s Birthday, describing himself as a stupid son and failing to be there when he ought to be. He pointed out that He misses his Dad more and regretting not being able to get him a car as he had promised him on his Birthday.
Kizz Daniel has previously been in a bad term with his former record boss due to the feud in contract , Emperor Geezy, but the two had recently settled their dispute after years of tabling everything in Court.
Kizz Daniel’s has a twin with his baby mama who has been revealed to be Ovaloja, a Nigerian dancer, Socialite, and promoter known to always wearing a mask.
The kids were actually a triplet but lost one at the time of delivery. Daniel is currently a proud father and taking care and full responsibility of his babies and baby mama. The kids are known as Jelani & Jalil.
He was previously said to be in a relationship with Chidinma, a Nigerian actress.
Awards and Nominations
- The Headies 2018
- The Future Awards Africa 2017
- Nigeria Entertainment Awards 2017
- MTV Africa Music Awards 2017
- City People Awards 2015,2016
Discography
- Buga ft. Tekno
- One Ticket
- Woju
- Mama
- Lie
- Pour me water
- Yeba
- Jombo
- Ello Baby
- No, do
- 4days
- Sin City (etc.)
- Cough (Odo)
Social Media
- Instagram: @iamKizzdaniel
- Twitter: @iamkissdaniel
- Facebook @Kizz Daniel
Net Worth
The young talented artist had accomplished much for himself despite the crisis with his former record label and not performing or endorsing in any endorsement. His net worth has been estimated to be $5m – $10m.
