Emmy Gee facts for kids
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Emmy Gee
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| Birth name | Emmanuel Nwankwo |
| Born | 10 August 1986 Nigeria |
| Origin | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Genres | Hip hop |
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| Years active | 2013–present |
| Labels | Teamtalkless |
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Emmanuel Nwankwo (born August 10, 1986), known as Emmy Gee, is a rapper from Nigeria. He lives in South Africa. His first song, "Rands and Nairas", was very popular. It reached number 7 on South Africa's official music chart. Emmy Gee started making music when he was 16 years old. He also helped start an entertainment and clothing company called Teamtalkless.
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Who is Emmy Gee?
Emmy Gee was born in Nigeria. He is from the Igbo tribe. He is the youngest of four children. He finished his schooling in Nigeria before moving to South Africa.
Emmy Gee began recording music when he was 16. In 2004, he worked with a music producer named Shizzi. Later, he co-founded Teamtalkless. This company focuses on entertainment and clothing.
His Big Hit: "Rands and Nairas"
Emmy Gee released his first song, "Rands and Nairas", in 2013. It featured other rappers like AB Crazy and DJ Dimplez. Emmy Gee felt the song would be a success after they recorded it.
AB Crazy wrote the main part of the song. They made the song to show how Nigeria and South Africa can work together. The music video for "Rands and Nairas" was filmed in South Africa. Nick Roux of Molotov Cocktail Productions directed it.
The "Rands and Nairas" Remix
On July 14, 2014, Emmy Gee released a remix of "Rands and Nairas". This new version included many famous rappers. Artists like Ice Prince, AB Crazy, Anatii, Phyno, Cassper Nyovest, and DJ Dimplez added their verses.
Emmy Gee was also chosen to perform at the first Mandela Day concert in 2014. This was a special event.
Life Outside Music
Emmy Gee has a daughter. She was born in South Africa in 2016.
Music He Released
Emmy Gee has released several songs. His most famous one is "Rands and Nairas".
Singles by Emmy Gee
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album |
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| "Rands and Nairas" (featuring AB Crazy and DJ Dimplez) |
2013 | 7 | TBA |
| "Rands and Nairas (Remix)" (featuring Ice Prince, AB Crazy, Anatii, Phyno, Cassper Nyovest and DJ Dimplez) |
2014 | ||
| "Champagne Showers" (featuring King Jay) |
2015 |
Awards and Nominations
Emmy Gee has received awards and nominations for his music.
| Year | Awards ceremony | Award description(s) | Recipient | Results |
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| 2014 | Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Best Music Video of the Year (Artist & Director) | "Rands and Nairas" | Won |
| Diaspora Artist of the Year | Himself | Nominated | ||
| Channel O Music Video Awards | Most Gifted Newcomer | Nominated | ||
| Most Gifted Video of the Year | "Rands and Nairas" | Nominated | ||
| 2015 | Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Diaspora Artist of the Year | "Himself" | Nominated |
