John Ighodaro, widely known as Johnny Drille, was born on July 5, 1990, in Edo State, Nigeria. He's a versatile artist, excelling as a singer-songwriter, producer, and sound engineer. Johnny embarked on his musical journey in 2006, self-learning production techniques, turning professional in 2012.

Johnny Drille

Early Life And Education

In 2015, Johnny gained prominence with his cover of Di’ja’s "Awww." Boasting over 10 million global streams on platforms like Youtube, Spotify, Boomplay, and Apple Music, he stands out in the music industry.

Career

Early life saw Johnny singing in church and joining the children's choir. He pursued English and Literature at the University of Benin, graduating in 2012. Music accompanied him throughout, from playing keyboard in 2001 to forming 'Soul Awakening Signers' and venturing into music production in 2006.

Entering the mainstream, Johnny contested on MTN Project Fame West Africa in 2013, reaching the top 10. His cover of "Awww" in 2015 caught the attention of Don Jazzy, leading to his signing with Mavin records in 2017.

Discography

His discography includes hits like "Wait for Me" and "Love Don’t Lie" in 2015, followed by a series of successful releases. A multi-instrumentalist, he collaborates with fellow artists, showcasing his talent.

Some of Johnny Drille's notable songs include;

Wait for Me, 2015

Love Don’t Lie, 2015

Start All Over, 2016

My Beautiful Love, 2016

Dear Future Wife, 2017

Romeo & Juliet, 2017

Halleluya ft Simi, 2018

Awa Love, 2018

Shine, 2019

Papa, 2019

Forever, 2019

Finding Efe, 2019

Count on You, 2019

How Are You My Friend 2023

Believe Me 2023

Johnny's collaborations include features in songs such as "Calling" by Chinko Ekun and "Udue" by Waje. His impact extends to live performances, drawing crowds from different parts of the country.

Awards and Nominations

Best Alternative Song ‘Finding Efe,’ The Headies, 2019

Previous nominations encompass multiple categories at The Headies in 2016, 2018, and 2018 Next Rated category.

Despite not winning at the 2018 Headies, Johnny remains optimistic about future accolades, showcasing his unwavering commitment to musical excellence.

Family 

Is Johnny Drille Married?

Johnny Drille is unquestionably an attractive man whom every woman wishes to have for herself.

Johnny Drille, a strikingly handsome artist signed to Mavin Records, recently dropped a love song titled 'The Best Part' along with a heartfelt music video. The song is a dedication to his wife, Rima Tahini-Ighodaro, who serves as an A&R executive at Mavin Records. Don Jazzy confirmed their marriage via a Twitter post, and it's revealed that their private wedding occurred in January 2022. According to a reliable source, Johnny Drille and his wife are now proud parents of two children.

See Don Jazzy’s post below:

“With all the amazing love songs that @johnnydrille has written, it’s only right that he bags one of the most amazing women I have met to share #Thebestpart of his life. I am so happy for both of you. May GOD continue to bless your union. Happy birthday again @rimouuune 🤍🐘 pic.twitter.com/DtHB4KcpvZ

— ITS DON JAZZY AGAIN 🤍🐘 (@DONJAZZY) July 4, 2023”

Net Worth 

As at 2023, Johnny Drille's net worth is estimated to be around $600,000 - $1 million.

Social Media Handles

Johnny Drille is active on social media. If you want to connect with Johnny Drille, you can reach out to him on Instagram using the handle @johnnydrille and on Facebook at @Johnny Drille.