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Kingsley Chinweike Okonkwo

Born
1979-04-18 (age 47)
Birthplace
Ajegunle, Lagos State, Nigeria
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter, Performer, Highlife Musician
Spouse
Ijeoma Okonkwo
Alma Mater
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
AKA
Kcee

Biography

EARLY LIFE

Born on April 18, 1979, in Ajegunle, Lagos State, Nigeria, Kcee hails from Amaputu in Uli, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. He is the elder brother of Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-Money. Kcee’s upbringing in a musically inclined family, with a father who was a disc jockey, significantly influenced his passion for music. He completed his primary education at Tolu Primary School and pursued a degree in Theatre Arts at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

CAREER

Kcee’s musical journey began in the early 2000s as part of the duo KC Presh, alongside his friend Hajie. The duo gained prominence after winning the Star Quest TV reality show in 2002. In 2011, Kcee embarked on a solo career, releasing chart-topping singles like “Limpopo” and “Pull Over.” His discography includes albums such as “Take Over” (2013), “Attention to Detail” (2017), and “Eastern Conference” (2019). Together with E-Money, they co-founded Five Star Music.

PERSONAL LIFE

Kcee is married to Ijeoma Okonkwo, and they have two children together.

Filmography

No filmography available for this person yet.

Box Office

Weekly Top Grossing
1

3 Cold Dishes

₦5,331,351.00

Week 51
2

Gingerrr

₦12,727,775.00

Week 47
3

Gingerrr

₦21,139,500.00

Week 46
4

The Herd

₦16,977,673.00

Week 46
5

3 Cold Dishes

₦15,261,240.00

Week 46

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