Why Rhymestreet Is A Platform For Untapped Nigerian Talents - Founders

In the heart of Aba, Nigeria, where music once echoed through school halls and lively trade fairs, two childhood friends dared to dream of transforming raw talent into global artistry. Today, Nneji Nosman Abuwa and Chimezie Eke are the visionary founders of Rhymestreet Records - a platform designed to spotlight Nigerias untapped musical potential.

Those early days in Aba, we used to have inter-school competitions with singing, rapping, and dancing as major categories. We also had trade fairs, fundraising parties, and other social events where music was the heartbeat, Nosman recalls. It was clear that Aba had a lot of musical talents, but there wasnt a proper platform to harness them. That realization planted the seed for Rhymestreet Records.

Their passion only grew stronger over the years. Nosman carved out a successful career as a singer and songwriter, collaborating with notable artists worldwide. His hit single SHAKE earned the MTN Music Plus Top 10 Awards in 2017. Meanwhile, Chimezie pursued acting and modeling, featuring in Hollywood movies such as Dolor y Gloria alongside Antonio Banderas and working with major fashion houses like Givenchy and Chanel.

The duos complementary backgrounds became the cornerstone of Rhymestreet Records, where music isnt just about sound but storytelling - a fusion of art forms. We believe that any work of art is borne out of creativity, and creative talent is a gift, Chimezie emphasizes. For us, its easy to make decisions and map out strategies because all aspects of creative art are interconnected. You cant make a movie without a soundtrack, just as music isnt complete without visuals and dance.