Chukwuka Chukwuma Ekweani, better known by his stage name Ckay, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer. Born on July 16, 1995, in Kaduna, Nigeria, he is of Igbo descent from Anambra State. His love for music was inspired by his father, a choir conductor at their local church, and he began learning the piano from him. Ckay's music career took off after he moved to Lagos in 2014 and got discovered, leading to his signing with Chocolate City in 2016.

Ckay gained international recognition with his hit single "Love Nwantiti", also known as "Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah)," released in 2019. The song became a massive success, reaching number one on the Billboard Afrobeats chart in March 2022 and becoming the first African song to surpass one billion streams on Spotify. This achievement earned him the title of "the biggest hit in African history." His unique blend of Afrobeats, R&B, and pop, which he calls "emo afrobeat," has captivated audiences worldwide.

In addition to "Love Nwantiti," Ckay has released several other popular songs, including "Emiliana" and "ADDICTED" featuring The Cavemen. He continues to be a rising star in the music industry, known for his emotive lyrics and infectious rhythms. Ckay is currently signed to Boyfriend Music, Warner Music Africa, and Atlantic Records, and he shows no signs of slowing down in his career.

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