Shallipopi Biography

Basic Info

Full Name: Crown Uzama

Stage Name: Shallipopi

Country: Nigeria

Birth Date

Date of Birth: April 12, 2000

Early Life and Background

Shallipopi was born and raised in Nigeria. From a young age, he was deeply influenced by music and street culture. Growing up in the vibrant environment of Nigeria’s youth music scene helped shape his distinctive sound, which blends street-hop, Afrobeats, and modern rap. He began recording and freestyling in his teenage years, building a following online before breaking into the mainstream.

Biography, Career, and more

Crown Uzama, known professionally as Shallipopi, is a Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter. He was born on April 12, 2000.

Shallipopi gained widespread recognition in 2023 with the release of his viral hit single, "Elon Musk". The song showcased his catchy lyrics and unique sound, quickly becoming a street anthem across Nigeria.

Following the success of his single, he released his debut EP Planet Pluto in 2023, followed by his first full-length album Presido La Pluto the same year. The album was a commercial hit, debuting at number 1 on both the TurnTable Top 50 and Apple Music’s Top 100 Albums.

In 2024, he dropped his second studio album titled Shakespopi, which became his second chart-topping project. One of the standout tracks from the album, "ASAP", peaked at number one on the TurnTable Top 100 chart.

Continuing his streak, Shallipopi released the single "Laho" in 2025 under his own record label, Plutomania Records, in collaboration with Since ’93. His rise to fame has made him one of the most talked-about street-hop stars in Nigeria today.