Afro B, born Abiola Akinbiyi, grew up in South London absorbing sounds from his Nigerian heritage alongside hip-hop and reggae. He first gained attention with his 2014 single "Drowning," which mixed Afrobeat rhythms with catchy melodies. That same year he released his debut album "Afrowave."
His track "Maria Elegante" with Anitta became one of his most recognizable songs, along with "Joanna (Drogba)" featuring Ozuna. These collaborations with artists like French Montana, Aya Nakamura, and Tropkillaz helped spread his music across different markets.
In 2017, Afro B faced drug-related charges in the United States but was eventually acquitted. He continued releasing music after that, including the albums "Afrowave 2" and "Afrobeat to the World."
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