JJC Skillz

Abdulrasheed Bello
JJC Skillz in 2021
Background information
Born
Abdulrasheed Bello

(1977-04-04) 4 April 1977
Kano State, Nigeria
Genres
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
  • television producer
  • director
InstrumentVocals
Years active2002–present

Abdulrasheed Bello (born 4 April 1977, Kano) known professionally as Skillz or JJC Skillz is a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and television producer.

JJC Skillz earned recognition in Nigeria after the release of one of his singles, "We Are Africans," an afrobeats anthem. Prior to the success of "We are Africans," Skillz was producer for the British hip-hop record company and musical group Big Brovaz. In December 2002, he released his debut album, Atide, an experimental album with lyrics in English and Nigerian languages and influenced by hip hop, African, and salsa musical styles.

He co-produced with his ex-wife, Funke Akindele Industreet, a television show about the Nigerian music industry.

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