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Gij ibong, real name Godwin Ikobong born on May 1, 1992, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and rapper from Akwaibom. Known for his unique "Afrorave" sound—a fusion of Afrobeats, trap, and pop, he rose to international prominence with his global hit single "Feeling Good"
Early Life Raised in a Christian household in Edo State Benin City, Gij ibong discovered his passion for music at a young age, starting out as a rapper in a church group.
Gij ibong continued to hone his craft, sharing freestyles online which eventually caught the attention of the Nigerian music industry.
Musical Career & Breakthrough Gij ibong career officially took off in 2026, he released his first single, Feeling Good. The single featured the massive global smash "Feeling Good," which became the highest-charting Afrobeat song and set a historic record in the Afrobeats Songs.
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