Folarin Falana, born in Lagos State but better known by his stage name Falz Bahd Guy which is a title and acronym that means “Brilliant And Highly Distinct”, is a Nigerian rapper, actor, and songwriter. He began his career while in secondary school after forming a group called “The School Boys” Falz is the son of Femi Falana, a Nigerian human activist and lawyer. He was called to the bar in 2012 after graduating from the Nigeria Law School, Abuja.
Falz started music as a hobby while in secondary school. He formed a music group with a friend called “The School Boys”. In 2009, while in high school, he released a compilation of some of his recordings as a mixtape titled Shakara: The Mixtape
Falz describes his style of music as "wahzup music". It is the fusion of comic lyrics with the contemporary hip-hop in a faux Yoruba accent. On 18 November 2014, Falz was ranked #9 on notJustOk’s list of “The 10 Most Gifted Rappers In Nigeria 2014” stating that, “Falz’s ability to maintain a thought and get his point across in 16 barz while switching accents, infusing funny punchlines and delivering all of it in a way that makes the listener follow along is nothing short of impressive”.
Falz is indeed a force to reckon with as even his father is still surprised at his achievements as he recalls how he was reclusive and the most shy among his children.
“Folarin was the most shy out of the three of them. We are pleasantly surprised that he has become so wild. Sometimes, I listen to him and can’t believe that the quiet boy who sometimes will lock himself up in the room for about three days, has turned out like this,” he concluded.
The rapper became an Instagram sensation with his funny 'Elo Bae'
skits however he says he is not a comedian.
“I have a passion for film, so acting is something I would probably do sooner than later. I plan to have my own TV show. I’m not a comedian”
This year Falz added another feather to hir cap as he co-hosts this years edition of The Headies Awards 2016 where he co-hosts Adesua Etomi
More Power To Your Elbow Sir! See you at the HEADIES TONIGHT
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