Adekunle Gold - Singer
Age: 38
Country: Nigeria Occupations:
Singer
Domains:
R&B Music
Adekunle Gold (born Adekunle Almoruf Kosoko) is a popular Nigerian singer, songwriter, and graphic designer. Often referred to by fans as AG Baby, he is known for his "urban highlife" sound—a fusion of contemporary pop, R&B, and traditional African music.
Career Highlights
Breakthrough: He gained national fame in 2014 with the hit single "Sade," a highlife cover of One Direction's "Story of My Life."
Design Roots: Before his music career took off, he was known as the "King of Photoshop" for his creative photo manipulations. He even designed the official logo for his former record label, YBNL Nation.
Evolution: Over the years, his style has shifted from traditional highlife to a more global Afropop sound. He is currently signed to Def Jam Recordings.
Notable Works: His discography includes successful albums such as Gold, About 30, Afro Pop Vol. 1, Catch Me If You Can, and his 2025 release, FUJI.
Personal Life
Born into the Kosoko royal family of Lagos State, he holds the title of prince. He is married to fellow Nigerian singer Simi, and the couple frequently collaborates on music. In 2022, he publicly shared his lifelong journey with sickle cell disease, using his platform and the "Adekunle Gold Foundation" to advocate for others living with the condition.