Chella (singer)

Chella
Birth nameUzochukwu Michael Ikechukwu
Also known asChella Boi
Born (2000-07-09) 9 July 2000
Abia State, Nigeria
GenresAfrobeats
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
InstrumentKeyboard
Years active2023–present
Labels
  • Independent

Uzochukwu Michael Ikechukwu (born 9 July 2000), known professionally as Chella, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter.[1] He gained recognition in 2024 with the release of his single, "Nyash Na Nyash".[2] He followed up with "My Darling", which peaked at number 1 on the Shazam Global chart, becoming the fourth Nigerian song in history to reach the top spot of the Shazam Global chart.[3] It also peaked at number 1 on the official Nigeria TurnTable Top 100 songs and the official streaming songs chart,[4] and at number 8 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart.[5]

Early life

Chella was born and raised in Abia State, Nigeria. He attended Immaculate Conception Primary and Secondary School, where he demonstrated a strong aptitude for both academics and music from an early age. Following his secondary education, Chella was admitted into Abia State University, furthering his academic pursuits while continuing to develop his passion for music.[6]

Career

On 18 April 2024, he released his breakthrough song titled "Nyash na Nyash", which enjoyed commercial success following its viral moments on TikTok,[7] and released his debut extended play titled Tears Of A Mad Man on October 1, 2024.[2] On 18 October 2024, Apple Music announced Chella as ‘Up Next Artiste' in Nigeria.[8] In October 2024, he peaked at number 9 on TurnTable's NXT Emerging Top Artistes for the week of 18 October 2024 to 24 October 2024, spending a total of 8 weeks on the chart.[9] On 1 November 2024, he released "Nyash na Nyash Remix" featuring fellow Nigerian artiste Young Jonn.[10][11] On 14 March 2025, he ranked number 9 on TurnTable's Artiste Top 100.[12]

On 26 March 2025, he released "My Darling", which became the fourth Nigerian song in history to reach number 1 on the Global Shazam chart.[3][13] "My Darling" peaked at number 1 on the official Nigeria TurnTable Top 100 songs and the official streaming songs chart,[4] and rose to the top 10 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart at number 8. It also soundtracked over 2 million TikTok videos[14] and is eligible for South Africa (RISA) Gold certification as of 17 May 2025.[15]

Discography

EP

  • Tears Of A Mad Man

Single

  • "Nyash na Nyash"
  • "My Darling"

References

  1. ^ "Nigeria's sensational music star Chella breaks streaming records across digital platforms". Guardian Nigeria. 21 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  2. ^ a b "Chella's Breakout Single "Yansh na Yansh" Gains Widespread Attention After Recent Success". Thisday Nigeria. 26 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  3. ^ a b "Chella's 'My Darling' is the most Shazamed song in the world". Pulse Nigeria. 25 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  4. ^ a b "Chella's "My Darling" Rises to No.1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100, Rema's "Bout U" Debuts at No. 2". Turntable Charts. 23 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  5. ^ "Chella's "My Darling" rises to a new peak of #8(+5) on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart". Pop Jollof. 15 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  6. ^ "Story of Chella, the Artist Behind Trending Song 'My Darling'". Abuja Real Estate. 8 May 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  7. ^ "From 'Yansh Na Yansh' To Global Streams: How Chella Is Taking Over Afrobeats". Independent Nigeria. 22 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  8. ^ "Apple Music announces Chella as 'Up Next Artiste' in Nigeria". Tribune Nigeria. 18 October 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  9. ^ "NXT Emerging Top Artistes". Turntable Chart. 18 October 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  10. ^ "Chella Nyash Na Nyash Remix Ft Young Jonn". Legit Nigeria. 22 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  11. ^ "Chella The hallmark of a star in the making". Sunnews Nigeria. 8 December 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  12. ^ "Official Artiste Top 100". Turntable chart. 15 September 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  13. ^ "Chella's 'My Darling' Tops Global Shazam Charts as the Most-Searched Song Worldwide"". TV 360 Nigeria. 25 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  14. ^ "Nigeria singer Chella captures global attention with 'My Darling'". Vanguard Nigeria. 21 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  15. ^ "Chella's "My Darling" Achieves Gold Certification in South Africa". Pop Jollof. 15 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  16. ^ "Nyash Na Nyash (Remix) Lyrics by Chella Feat. Young Jonn". Notjustok. 15 September 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
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