Jidenna Quick Info | |
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Height | 6 ft |
Weight | 78 kg |
Date of Birth | May 4, 1985 |
Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Eye Color | Light Brown |
Jidenna is an American-Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to fame with his 2015 singles Classic Man and Yoga, as part of his debut EP Wondaland Presents: The Eephus which had peaked at number 5 on the US R&B/Hip-Hop charts. The former track went on to receive ‘Platinum’ certification and the latter track earned ‘Gold’ certification from the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America). In 2017, he had released his second EP titled Boomerang and his maiden studio album called The Chief which had peaked at number 11 on the US Rap charts. His 2nd studio album called 85 to Africa was launched in August 2019. Jidenna had won the ‘Best New Artist’ award at the 2015 Soul Train Music Awards. He co-founded Fear & Fancy in 2006, a social club of entrepreneurs, activists, educators, scientists, and artists.
Born Name
Jidenna Theodore Mobisson
Nick Name
The Chief
Sun Sign
Taurus
Born Place
Wisconsin Rapids, Wood County, Wisconsin, United States
Residence
East Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
Nationality
He holds dual nationality.
Education
Jidenna had graduated from the Milton Academy in Massachusetts in 2003. He then joined the prestigious Stanford University from where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity in 2008.
Occupation
Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
Family
- Father – Oliver Mobisson (Scientist, Professor, Activist, Entrepreneur) (d. 2010)
- Mother – Tama Mobisson (Accountant)
- Siblings – Geoff Mobisson (Older Brother), Nneka Mobisson-Etuk (Older Sister). He has another older sister.
Genre
Hip Hop, Afrobeats, Swank
Instruments
Vocals
Labels
- Fear & Fancy
- Wondaland Records
- Epic Records
- Sony Music Entertainment
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft or 183 cm
Weight
78 kg or 172 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Jidenna has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
Multiracial (Black and White)
He is of Igbo (Nigerian) descent on his father’s side and English, German, and Dutch descent on his mother’s side.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Light Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Toned physique
- Sports a thick beard
- Has his right palm, left arm, and left side of his chest covered in tattoos
- Often sports dreadlocked hair
Jidenna Favorite Things
Source – Wikipedia
Jidenna Facts
Featured Image by Jidenna / Instagram
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