Johnny Drille: Biography, Songs, Relationship And Net Worth

Johnny Drille has his birth name as John Ighodaro. He is a popular and talented Nigerian singer, songwriter, record producer, and sound engineer.

Johnny was born on July 5, 1990 in Benin City, Edo State Nigeria to Christian parents of Mr. and Mrs. Ighodaro, a school principal and a clergy man. He grew up in Benin and is one of the four children in a family.

Johnny Drille’s Educational Background

Johnny Drille had his primary and secondary education in Benin City, Edo State respectively.

He later obtained a Bachelor’s degree in English and Literature at the University of Benin.

Johnny Drille’s Music Career

Johnny Drille began his music journey dated back to his early days in his local Church, as his father was a Pastor.

He became widely and professionally known in music after being signed under Mavin Records coupled with releasing his official debut song, ‘Wait For Me’ in 2015.

The single was a huge success and made Johnny Drille the favorite of lovers of alternative music in Nigeria.

 

In 2015, Johnny Drille did a cover of the song, Awww by Di’ja, which went viral, catching the attention of top music executive, Don Jazzy.

Don Jazzy being fascinated with his brilliant work, began working with him to fine-tune his sound. Thereafter, he released his official debut single, Wait For Me, in 2015.

In 2016, the talented singer teamed up with his female colleague, Niniola, to record the song, ‘Start All Over’.

In 2017, Johnny Drille dropped the chart-topping song, Romeo and Juliet, which gave him more popularity and made him a household name in Nigeria and beyond.

The single, a love song, won him many fans and became the favorite song of lovebirds in the country.

Johnny Drille also collaborated with Simi to record the single, Hallelujah, which experienced similar success to Romeo and Juliet. The song was released in 2018.

In 2023, the gifted singer was a contestant at the sixth edition of Project Fame West Africa. He released his debut album on the 3rd Of September 2023.

Johnny Drille has done several collaborations over the years with top Nigerian music stars like Simi, Ayra Starr, Don Jazzy, Ladipoe, Styl Plus, Niniola, London, and a vast of others.

Johnny has so far released a good number of hit singles, including:

• Something Better
• Future Wife
• Mystery Girl
• Loving is Harder
• Before We Fall Asleep
• Wait For Me
• Romeo and Juliet
• My Beautiful Love
• Dear Future Wife
• Halleluyah
• Something Better
• Finding Efe
• Shine
• Forever, among others.

After several months of hard work, Johnny Drille released his debut album, ‘Before We Fall Asleep’ on the 3rd Of September 2023.

The album has been a huge commercial success, as it has received massive airplay on radio and TV stations across the country. It has also yielded large number of streams online.

The Benin-born music star is currently signed under Mavin Records.

Awards and Nominations

The talented Nigerian music star has within his short time in the industry earned nominations at various prestigious music awards in recognition of his amazing performance in the music industry including:

• 2019 winner of Best Alternative Song at the Headies.
• 2019 Nominee for Best Vocal Performance (Male) at the Headies.
• 2018 Nominee for Next Rated at the Headies.
• 2016 Nominees for Best Alternative Song, Best Vocal Performance (Male) and Best R &B Single at the Headies respectively.

His Personal Life

Johnny is not yet married, but believed to be in a relationship with his level of fame and wealth in the entertainment industry.

From all indications, the young, vibrant and talented Nigerian music star is more determined in making it big and winning more laurels in the industry.

Johnny Drille’s Net Worth

Johnny Drille is currently doing very well in the Nigerian music industry with an estimated net worth of about $550,000 dollars.

Johnny is very active on social media with large fan base of over 500,000. You can reach or follow him on:

• Instagram handle – @johnnydrille
• Twitter handle – @Johnnydrille
• Facebook handle – Johnny Drille

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