Darkoo, also known as Oluwafisayo Isa, was born on September 19, 2001, and is a talented British-Nigerian rapper and singer.
Her breakthrough came with the success of her hit single “Gangsta,” a collaboration with One Acen that reached number 22 on the Official Singles Chart and topped the UK Afrobeats Chart in 2020.
FACTS ABOUT DARKOO
- FULL NAME: Oluwafisayo Isa
- DATE OF BIRTH: September 19, 2001
- STATE OF ORIGIN: Lagos, Nigeria
- PLACE OF BIRTH: Yaba, Lagos
- NATIONALITY: British, Nigerian
- OCCUPATIONS: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
- LABELS: Atlantic Records Uk
Virgin Music Nigeria
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Darkoo moved to the UK at the age of 7, settling in South London.
She attended St Catherine’s Catholic School for Girls, where her musical talents began to shine.
CAREER
Darkoo started making music at 15, initially focusing on drill rap and later incorporating singing into her style.
Her track “Gangsta” with One Acen gained popularity on TikTok and peaked at number 22 on the music charts in January 2020.
In March 2020, she released “Juicy” featuring Hardy Caprio, which reached 62 on the Official Singles Chart.
Darkoo received nominations for Best Female Act and Best Newcomer at the 2020 MOBO Awards, with “Gangsta” also up for Song of the Year.
A pivotal moment came in April 2021 when she featured on the remix of “Body” by Russ Millions and Tion Wayne, taking the track to the top of the Official Singles Chart.
Darkoo showcased her versatility with her debut EP “2 In 1” in July 2021, featuring collaborations with artists like Tion Wayne and Unknown T.
Exciting news arrived on September 1, 2023, when it was announced that Darkoo would be under the distribution of Virgin Music Nigeria, marking a new chapter in her musical career.
Darkoo, known for defying traditional gender norms, believes in authenticity without overthinking.
PERSONAL LIFE
She expresses her multifaceted identity through various appearances and styles. While she was previously in a same-gender relationship, the current status is unclear. .