Dr Soul
Chukwuka John Okafo professionally known as Dr Soul is a United States-based Nigerian soul and Afropop musician.
Early life and education
[edit]Dr Soul was born in Imo State. Dr Soul attended his primary school from 1999 to 2005 at Ogba Primary School and Command Day Secondary School for his secondary education graduating in 2011.[1] He was admitted to Avalon University School of Medicine in Curacao Island but later transferred to a Caribbean Medical University where he graduated in 2020.[1][2]
Career
[edit]Dr Soul whose father was not in support of his musical aspirations began his musical career at age 14 by sneaking out of the house to record studios.[1] Dr Soul has appeared on American Idol rising to the top 40 of 15,000 auditions.[1] Dr Soul sings soul and Afropop.[1][2] Dr Soul cites Tiwa Savage, Sam Smith, The Weeknd, Bruno Mars, and Giveon as his inspirations.[1]
Discography
[edit]Source:[3]
- "Lucid Dreams"
- "Love in the 90s"
- "Soul Fire"
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f Okanlawon, Taiwo (1 March 2024). "Dr. Soul: An Exquisite, Crafty, Well rounded musician". The NEWS. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
- ^ a b Akinyemi, Bioluwatife (16 March 2024). "Dr Soul: The impressive life of a music sensation". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
- ^ "Three pack of sublime songs from US based-Nigerian artiste". PM News. 15 March 2024. Retrieved 19 March 2024.