Cynthia Morgan
Nigerian songwriter, singer

Cynthia Morgan

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Nigerian songwriter, singer
A.K.A.
Killa Marshal
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23 September 1991(Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria)
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Introduction

Cynthia Ikponmwenosa Morgan (born 23 September 1991), popularly known by her stage name Cynthia Morgan, is a Nigerian born songwriter and singer. Her music is a fusion of pop, hip hop, dancehall and rap. She shot into limelight following the release of two singles titled "Don't Break My Heart" and "Lead Me On", which received massive airplay and positive reviews from critics.

Early life and education

Cynthia Morgan was born in Benin City, Edo State where she completed her basic formal education. At the age of 3, she was already a backup singer for her mother’s musical band.

Music career

At the age of 7, Cynthia Morgan started composing songs and at the age of 17 she recorded her debut single which featured General Pype "Dutty Stepping". In 2008, she moved to Lagos in order to further her music career.

On 22 August 2013, Cynthia Morgan signed a recording contract with Northside Entertainment Inc. owned by Jude 'Engees' Okoye. Few months later, she released two chart-topping singles "Don't Break My Heart" and "Lead Me On" which got positive reviews from fans; the latter went on to be nominated for "Best Reggae/Dancehall Single" at The Headies 2014

She is currently working on her debut album.

Discography

Selected singles

  • "Dutty Stepping" (2009)
  • "Right Move" (2011)
  • "High High High" & "Ojoro" (2012)
  • "Don't Break My Heart" & "Lead Me On" (2014)
  • "I'm Taken" (2014)
  • Popori" (2014)
  • "German Juice" (2015)
  • "Come and Do" (2015)
  • "Simati Niya" (2015)
  • "Baby Mama (2015)
  • "Olowo" (2016)
  • "Bubble bup" (2016)

As featured artist

  • "Ejo le fe ro" - Jhybo ft. Cynthia Morgan (2010)
  • "Bruce Lee" - TK Tycoon ft. Cynthia Morgan & Tipsy (2011)
  • "Gbogbo Hustling" - Tha Suspect ft. Zee, Bigmaxx, Cynthia Morgan & Tesh Carter (2012)
  • "Faaji" - Tony Ross ft. Cynthia Morgan & A-Q (2013)
  • "Money" - KKTBM ft. Yung6ix, Cynthia Morgan, Tesh Carter & SD (2014)
  • Give Dem" - DJ Prince ft. Dammy Krane, Mac 2 & Cynthia Morgan (2014)
  • "Shoki [Female Version]" - Lil Kesh ft. Chidinma, Eva & Cynthia Morgan (2014)
  • "Jamo" - Illbliss ft. Cynthia Morgan (2014)
  • Number 1" - Chopstix ft. Cynthia Morgan, Shaydee & Yung L (2015)
  • Go GAGA remix - MC Galaxy ft. Stone Bwoy, Cynthia Morgan (2015)

Awards and nominations

Year Award ceremony Prize Result
2014 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards Best Female Artist of The Year Nominated
Best Rap Act of The Year Nominated
South South Music Awards Best New Artist Won
The Headies 2014 Best Reggae/Dancehall Single Nominated
Ben TV Awards Best Newcomer Nominated
Best Hip-Hop Female Artist Nominated
Best Reggae/Dancehall Artist Nominated
ELOY Awards Best Female Artist Nominated
2015 Music Artist of The Year Won
2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards Female Artist of The Year Nominated
South South Music Awards Best Reggae/Dancehall Won
2016 The Headies 2015 Best Reggae Single Won
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