Inetimi Timaya Odon (born 15 August 1977), popularly know by stage name Timaya, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He is the founder of DM Records Limited.
His solo career began in 2005 with the release of “Dem Mama”, which also appeared on his debut album, True Story released the following year. His second album Gift and Grace was released in 2008.
Timaya gained further visibility and international prominence through his third studio album De Rebirth released in partnership with Black Body Entertainment and its lead single “Plantain Boy”.
Both were commercially successful. He collaborated with Dem Mama Soldiers on the album LLNP (Long Life N Prosperity).
In 2012, Timaya released Upgrade, which spawned hits “Bum Bum”, “Sexy Ladies”, and “Malonogede”. To date, his work has earned him several notable awards and nominations including four Headies Awards wins, 2 AFRIMMA Awards wins, one Nigeria Music Award, and an NEA Award.
Some of Timaya’s Awards
In 2011, Timaya was appointed a Peace Ambassador by the Interreligious and International Federation for World Peace (IIFWP).
