Folarin Falana, widely recognized by his stage name Falz or Falz the bahd guy, is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, lawyer and accomplished actor. Falz was born on October 27, 1990 in Lagos, Nigeria. He has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry with his unique style of music that combines English and Yoruba languages, along with a comic twist. He is the CEO of The Bahd Guys Record.

Falz

Background And Early Life 

Falz who was born in 1990 to a renowned lawyers and human rights activists Femi and Funmi Falana. He developed an interest in music from an early age, forming a group called "The School Boys" with his friends in secondary school.

Education

Falz received his primary and secondary education in Lagos. He then went to England for higher studies, where he earned an LLB honors degree in Law from the University of Reading.

Music Career

Falz's professional music career took off in 2009. He rose to fame after his song "Marry Me" (featuring vocals from Poe and Yemi Alade) won him a nomination in the "Best Collaboration of The Year" category at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards. he released his album titled 'Wazup Guy'." in 2014. His second album "Stories That Touch" was released in 2015, and his third album "27" was released in 2017.

Acting Career

In addition to music, Falz has also showcased his talent in acting. He has starred in popular Nigerian TV series and films. His most notable role is in the TV series "Jenifa's Diary", where he plays the hilarious character, Segun.

Awards and Achievements

Falz has received numerous awards for his music and acting skills. These include winning "Best Actor in a Comedy Movie/Series" at the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards and "Viewer’s Choice Best New International Act" at the 2016 BET Awards.

Influence and Legacy

Falz's unique style has influenced a new wave of artists in the Nigerian music industry. He is also known for addressing social issues in his songs, making him a significant figure in socially conscious music.

 Personal Life

Falz is known for keeping his personal life private. Despite his fame, he manages to keep a low profile when not performing or appearing in public.

Studio Albums

1. Wazup Guy (2014): This is Falz's debut studio album. It includes tracks like "High Class" and "Currency".

2. Stories That Touch (2015): His second studio album. It includes popular songs like "Soldier" featuring Simi and "Clap" featuring Reminisce.

3. 27(2017): The album features guest appearances from Wande Coal, Burna Boy, Maleek Berry, Terry Apala, Sir Dauda, and Medikal. Some notable tracks include "Bhad Baddo Baddest", "Something Light", and "La Fête".

4. Moral Instruction (2019): This album is unique for its social commentary on various issues, including corruption, social injustice, and elections. It includes tracks like "Talk", "Hypocrite", and "Johnny".

Notable Singles

- "Marry Me" featuring Yemi Alade and Poe (2015)

- "Ello Bae" (2015)

- "Karishika" featuring Phyno and Chigurl (2015)

- "Bahd Baddo Baddest" featuring Olamide and Davido (2016)

- "Soft Work" (2016)

- "Wehdone Sir" (2017)

- "La Fête" (2017)

- "This Is Nigeria" (2018)

- "Bop Daddy" featuring Ms Banks (2020)

Net Worth 

Falz typically refrains from discussing his net worth publicly. Nonetheless, based on various estimates, his net worth is believed to be approximately $5 million.

Conclusion

Falz's journey from a young boy with a dream to a successful artist is an inspiring one. With his unique style and socially conscious lyrics, he continues to make a mark in the Nigerian and African entertainment industry. His future projects are eagerly anticipated by fans worldwide.