Shallipopi

Shallipopi

Profession: Musician

Born: April 12, 2000

Age: 25 years old

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Edo State, Nigeria

Known for: Elon Musk

Biography

Shallipopi is a Nigerian singer and songwriter well known for his single “Elon Musk”. He has also established himself as one of the leading voice of the street within the Afrobeats music scene.

The talented singer who was born in Benin City, Edo State, got his inspiration from local rhythms, street slang and the southern Nigerian culture. He began doing freestyles and posting short clips online during his teenage years. His music style comes from his grassroots following a playful delivery and memorable hooks.

Shallipopi came into the big picture in 2023 for his song “Elon Musk” which went viral on all social media platforms, as many could not resist its catchy hooks and memeable lines. He also became the talk of the media for its collaborations and remixes with established artists.

He made use of his opportunity with a couple of steady releases which includes singles, collaborations and an extended play. It further demonstrated his versatility which sees him switch between tongue-in-cheek street rap and radio-ready melodies without losing its credibility.

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He launched Plutomania Records with a desire to develop talent from his native Edo region, which is definitely a bold move in his entrepreneurial ambition.

He released his debut studio album, Presido La Pluto, at the later part of the year and has become a mainstay in the industry with his top charting songs.

Shallipopi also released additional projects and high-profile features, including collaborations that celebrated Benin City culture while still enjoying massive airplay across the globe. Some of his popular songs are; Cast, Benin Boys, Things on Things and so on.

Shallipopi has been known for his signature of blending Afrobeats, trap and amapiano, with Edo language references and streetwise slang to create an identifiable sound often called “Afro-Pluto”.

The “Pluto Presido” as fondly called, is credited for his impact in the music space with his lyrics frequently becoming social trends. His persona has turned into a brand embraced by younger listeners and that signifies success beyond his streaming numbers. Today, he remains active in the studio, expanding Plutomania’s roster and releasing singles that aim to bridge local flavor with global appeal.

Career Timeline (Discography)

• 2021 – “Gra Gra” – Singer/songwriter
• 2022 – “Power” – Singer/songwriter
• 2022 – “Shaka” – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – “Elon Musk” – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – “Elon Musk” (remix ft. Zlatan) – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – “Elon Musk” (remix ft. Fireboy DML) – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – “Sharpiru” – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – “Ex-Convict” – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – Planet Pluto (EP) – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – Presido La Pluto (album) – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – “Evil Receive” – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – “Over the Seas” (feat. Focalistic) – Singer/songwriter
• 2023 – “Wet on Me” (feat. Zerry DL) – Singer/songwriter
• 2024 – “Cast” (feat. Odumodublvck) – Singer/songwriter
• 2024 – Shakespopi (album) – Singer/songwriter
• 2024 – “Benin Boys” (with Rema) – Singer/songwriter
• 2024 – “Ludo” (with Victony) – Singer/songwriter
• 2025 – “Laho” – Singer/songwriter

Personal Details

• Alternative name: Crown Uzama
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Height: 6 feet 2in
• Religion: Christianity
• Siblings: Zerry DL (brother)
• Official Website(s): Music apple, Audiomack

Trivia

• He founded Plutomania Records to sign and promote talent from Edo State.
• He was a member of the record label Dvpper Music Distribution.
• He is known for free-styling many of his songs rather than relying on written drafts.
• He usually uses his native language and pidgin in hooks to create a global appeal.
• His song “Elon Musk” sets the stage for several various dance trends.
• He often turns catchy phrases from his songs into street slang.
• His collaborations helped him cross over to wider Afrobeats and amapiano audiences.
• His net worth has been reportedly estimated to be $4.5 million as of 2025.

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