Winny (singer)

Winny (born Winifred Ohili Adanu) is a Nigerian singer and songwriter whose music style blends elements of reggae, R&B, and Afropop.[1][2][3] She gained recognition through her debut EP Winny (2023) and her follow-up project Commercial Break (2024).[4] In 2023, she was selected for Apple Music’s Up Next artist development program in Nigeria.[5][6]

Early life

Winny was born in Benue State, Nigeria, and raised in Jos.[7] She began her musical journey in 2014 and cites Jamaican artists Chronixx and Kranium, as well as Nigerian singer Wizkid, as significant influences on her sound. Her unique vocal style and blend of genres have garnered attention in the Nigerian music scene.[8][9]

Career

In November 2022, Winny released her debut single, "Pretty," which was noted for its fusion of Afrobeat and R&B elements.[10] The track received positive reviews and set the stage for her subsequent releases.

In 2023, Winny was selected as part of Apple Music's Up Next program for Nigeria, a platform that highlights and supports emerging artists in the region.[2]

In April 2023, Winny released her self-titled debut extended play Winny, which included the single “Don’t Leave”.[5][11] The song debuted in the Top 200 of the Apple Music R&B/Soul chart in Nigeria, Kenya, Congo, and Gambia. The track earned co-signs from established Nigerian artists and received coverage from U.S. music media outlets including Vibe, UPROXX, Consequence, Ones to Watch, and Early Rising.[1]

Discography

Extended Plays

  • Winny (2023)

Singles

  • "Pretty" (2022)[12]
  • "Don’t Leave" (2023)
  • "Operation" (2023)
  • "Burn" (2023)

References

  1. ^ a b Campbell, Joel (2024-10-18). "Winny is about to 'Lego' some new music". Voice Online. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  2. ^ a b "Nigeria's Winny is latest Apple Music Up Next artist". Music In Africa. 2023-04-25. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  3. ^ "Press Play: 21 Nigerian Women Artistes You Should Already Have on Repeat". 2024-07-10. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  4. ^ "10 African Women Musicians to Watch | OkayAfrica". www.okayafrica.com. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  5. ^ a b "Winny to Release New EP "WINNY"". TheUrbanMusicScene.com. 2023-03-17. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  6. ^ "12 African Artists to Watch in 2025 | OkayAfrica". www.okayafrica.com. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  7. ^ "Featured Artist of The Day: Afro-Reggae Singer 'Winny'". occhimagazine.com. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  8. ^ YNaija (2025-07-29). "Nigerian Artist Spotlight: Winny Adanu » YNaija". YNaija. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  9. ^ "Essentials: Winny Explores Love & Self On Debut EP". The NATIVE. 2023-04-17. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  10. ^ "Top 10 artist discoveries from Pulse Playlists 2022 | Pulse Nigeria". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 2025-08-09.
  11. ^ Tewobola, Shalom (2024-10-11). "Winny Is Building A Music Power-House". The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.). Retrieved 2025-08-10.
  12. ^ "Afro R&B singer-songwriter Winny delivers impressive debut single, 'Pretty' | Pulse Nigeria". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 2025-08-10.
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