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Jaytime
Birth nameJoshua Abiola James
Born (1983-02-08) 8 February 1983 (age 41)
OriginBadagry, Lagos, Nigeria
Genres Afropop, Afro-fusion [1]
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, monumental instrumentalist
Instrument(s)Vocals
Years active2020–present
LabelsSweet Stars Entertainment Limited
Website jaytimeofficial.com

Joshua Abiola James (born 8 February 1983), better known by his stage name Jaytime, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and monumental instrumentalist.

Biography

Jaytime was born on 8 February 1983 in Badagry is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and record producer. He also goes by the moniker Sweetvibe. He grew up in Badagry, where he witnessed the town's fishing, commerce, and tourism industries firsthand. He started music as a drummer. [2]

He rose to prominence following the success of his single Come to Me in 2020. [3]

Career

Jaytime, who draws his inspiration from Fela Kuti [4] dropped his debut single Come To Me on 28th October, 2020. [5]

‎He released his second single Kiss n Tell on 25 June 2021 [6] before featuring BNXN on the remix which was released on September 17, 2021. The official video was directed by TG Omori. [7] [8] [9] [10] Kizz N Tell remix featuring BNXN ushered in a sporadic increase in his fan base. [11]

In January 2023, Jaytime dropped a solo-performed debut EP titled Sweet Vibes Vol.1. [12] In an exclusive interview, he stated that the debut EP contains six tunes that explored several sides of his personality. [13] [14]

Discography

EPs

List of extended plays with selected details
Title EP details
Sweet Vibes Vol. 1 [15]

Singles

List of charted singles, with selected chart positions
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
NG
UK
US
"Come To Me" 2020 TBA
"Kiss n Tell" 2021
"Kiss n Tell (remix) Ft BNXN"
"Never Say Never" [16] 2022
"In The Mood" [17] Sweet Vibes Vol. 1
"Payper" 2023 TBA

See also

References

  1. ^ "Afrobeat crooner, Jaytime launches debut EP, Sweetvibes Vol.1". Vanguard Nigeria. 9 February 2023. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  2. ^ "Rising Afrobeat Star Jaytime Set For New Single". Daily Trust. 5 August 2021. Retrieved 13 August 2023.
  3. ^ "Obsessed with making music, JAYTIME releases his debut EP Sweetvibes vol.1 on 27th January, 2023". Yahoo. 27 January 2023. Retrieved 13 August 2023.
  4. ^ Ezeh, Fred (8 August 2021). "Come to Me by Jaytime". The Sun. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  5. ^ "Come to Me by Jaytime". Spotify. 28 October 2020. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  6. ^ "Kiss n Tell - Single by JayTime on Apple Music". Apple. 25 June 2021. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  7. ^ Ekine, Tonye (8 October 2021). "Jaytime Comes Through With 'Kiss N Tell' Feat Buju". Soundcity. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  8. ^ "JayTime drops Kiss 'N' Tell remix featuring Buju". PM News Nigeria. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  9. ^ "Jaytime releases visuals to his trending single titled 'Kiss N Tell' Ft. Buju". Pulse Nigeria. 8 October 2021. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  10. ^ "Jaytime – Kiss N Tell ft Buju". Naija Music. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  11. ^ "Jaytime releases single EP sweetvibes". The Nation. Retrieved 13 August 2023.
  12. ^ "Jaytime releases single EP sweetvibes". The Nation. Retrieved 13 August 2023.
  13. ^ "Obsessed with making music, JAYTIME releases his debut EP Sweetvibes vol.1 on 27th January, 2023". Yahoo. 27 January 2023. Retrieved 13 August 2023.
  14. ^ "10 Nigerian music album series to spice up your playlist". NotJustOk. 18 August 2023. Retrieved 19 August 2023.
  15. ^ "Afrobeat crooner, Jaytime launches debut EP, Sweetvibes Vol.1". Vanguard Nigeria. 9 February 2023.
  16. ^ "Jaytime Drops Single, Never Say Never". Thisday Live. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
  17. ^ "Jaytime Releases Captivating Chartbuster "In The Mood" on December 16th". Binghanton Homepage. 14 December 2022. Retrieved 13 August 2023.