Gospel Singer Samuel Folabi: Biography, Songs, Marriage And Net Worth

By keninfo January 4, 2025 Entertainment 0 Comments

Samuel Folabi, also widely and professionally known as Donsam, is a talented Nigerian gospel artist, songwriter, recording artist, worship leader, and record producer reputed for songs like “Sweet My Belle”and “Be Like You” and the current powerful praise ‘This Kind God Another One No Dey’.

Samuel was born on June 19, 1983 in Kogi State Nigeria. He hails from Kogi State. Nothing much is however known about his family background. He is a gifted singer who began his music journey at a young age and has released several songs.

He was the team leader of Wealth Empire Music and TMP (The Meeting Place) before emerging a global gospel star.

Samuel Folabi’s Music Career

Samuel Folabi musical journey began some years back under the guidance of his Sunday school teacher, who nurtured his talent, while he was a young boy in church.

His passion for music emerged at an early age, and has since built on his skills by mastering various instruments, including the drums and piano.

Samuel began his gospel music professionally in 1997 and has since received numerous prestigious awards from both local and international organizations.

He is a brilliant instrumentalist, proficient in percussion and keys. He has also done various performances and collaborations with key players in the industry and had the honour of sharing the stage with several international artists.

In addition, Samuel’s music style is widely known to have elements of soul, R&B, Ballard, and Afrobeat, creating a unique and captivating sound that resonates with listeners from diverse backgrounds.

His heartfelt ballads and infectious rhythms leave a lasting impression on all who experience his performances.

The powerful praise break video of ‘This Kind God Another One No Dey’ by vibrant, multi-talented, award winning Gospel Singer, Samuel Folabi is currently one of the best and most powerful recent gospel tracks that has gained a world-wide recognition and acceptance since its release.

Within short time of the release of “This Kind God Another One No Dey”, the song has become top praise and worship anthems not only in Nigerian Churches but across the globe.

Samuel is also a producer. He has produced and performed alongside top Nigerian gospel artistes including Tope Alabi, Chioma Jesus and others.

Samuel has also performed at various gospel musical concerts and events across the cities of Nigeria, leaving a lasting impact on audiences everywhere.

The versatile gospel singer, who doubles as a business data analyst, graphic artist and computer engineer, showcasing his diverse skills set and passion for creativity has become style to reckon with, gaining more and more popularity and garnering large fan base across the world.

Songs so far released by Samuel Folabi include:

Facedown” (2015)
Sweet my belle (2017)
The African Christmas Experience (2018)
This Kind God (2019)
Jehover OverDo (2023)
This Kind God Remix (2022)
Atewo (2022)
Ah ya ya (2023)
Shammah Spontaneous Worship (2023)
Be like you (2023)
Ebenezer (2023)

Awards

Samuel Afolabi’s brilliant gospel work has received wide recognition both locally and internationally. He is a recipient of good number of awards including “Best New Artist” Award at the MSM African Music Awards (2016).