Khaid

Biography

Khaid is a fast-rising Nigerian Afrobeats singer, songwriter, and performer known for his emotional melodies, street-inspired lyrics, and smooth vocal style. He became popular after being discovered by Nigerian comedian and influencer Sydney Talker, who signed him to Neville Records in 2022.

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Early Life

Khaid was born Sulaimon Shekoni Solomon on December 10, 2004, in Ojo, Nigeria. He grew up in a modest family and experienced many struggles while growing up.

Before becoming famous, Khaid was involved in street hustles and even worked as a car mechanic apprentice to support himself. Despite the hardship, he always had a passion for music and spent much of his time writing songs and freestyling with friends in his neighborhood.

Music became a form of escape and hope for him, motivating him to pursue a career in the Nigerian music industry.

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Discovery and Breakthrough

Khaid’s life changed in 2021 when a freestyle video of him singing inside a car mechanic workshop surfaced online. The video caught the attention of Sydney Talker, who was impressed by his raw talent and unique voice.

In January 2022, Sydney Talker officially signed Khaid to Neville Records, launching his professional music career.

Shortly after signing, Khaid released his debut single With You, which quickly went viral on Nigerian social media platforms and streaming services. The song showcased his melodic Afrobeats style and gained him a large fan base.

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Rise to Fame

After the success of his debut, Khaid released several hit songs that established him as one of the promising new artists in Nigeria. Some of his popular songs include:
• With You
• Ski
• Jolie
• Anabella
• Amala

His songs blend Afrobeats, street pop, and melodic rap, which resonates strongly with young listeners across Nigeria and Africa.

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Musical Style and Influence

Khaid’s music is known for:
• Emotional storytelling
• Street-inspired lyrics
• Catchy Afrobeats rhythms
• Smooth vocal delivery

His sound is influenced by the modern Afrobeats movement led by artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Rema.

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Achievements

Since his debut, Khaid has:
• Built a strong fan base across Nigeria and Africa
• Achieved millions of streams on digital platforms
• Performed at major shows and concerts
• Become one of the youngest trending Afrobeats artists

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Personal Life

Khaid is known for keeping his personal life relatively private. However, he often speaks about his humble beginnings and how his difficult upbringing motivates him to work harder in the music industry.

He remains focused on growing his career and becoming a global Afrobeats star.