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Johnny Drille
In March 2020, Johnny Drille hinted at a new, more risque direction with the release of the retro-inspired “Something Better”. He closed out the year with the edgy "Mystery Girl", the first release off his debut studio album. With over a dozen award wins under his belt, Johnny Drille’s status as a critical and fan favourite is well established. Now with his debut LP, Before We Fall Asleep, the singer has established his legacy as one of Africa's biggest alternative artistes. Johnny Drille is a singer/songwriter, producer and engineer known for crafting emotive and heartfelt songs. He began his musical journey in his church choir in Benin City, Nigeria. Johnny competed in the sixth season of Project Fame West Africa in 2013. Johnny Drille released his debut single, “Wait For Me” in 2015, earning a nomination for Best Alternative Song at The Headies. In 2017, Johnny Drille was activated as the latest addition to an increasingly diverse Mavin Records roster. Johnny Drille's army of devoted followers is as loyal as you will find anywhere. It’s easy to see why; Beyond his musical gifts, Johnny connects with fans through the shared emotions he curates through his music. Over time, he's become known for delivering memorable performances, having hosted multi-city tours under his flagship "Johnny's Room Live" in 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. These tours host over 6,000 fans each year that take his music to hearts across the world.
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Albums
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Hard Guy Confessions
2024
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Before We Fall Asleep
2021
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Before We Fall Asleep
2021
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Johnny’s Room Live 4
2023
Singles & EPs See All
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Angelina
Single • 2025
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Police
Single • 2025
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Love And Cruise (Radio Edit) (feat. Don Jazzy & eze young)
Single • 2025
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Hold You Down (feat. Johnny Drille)
Single • 2025
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Count My Blessings
Single • 2024
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Palava
Single • 2024
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For You
Single • 2024
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Save Your Tears (Cover)
Single • 2023
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Spending
Single • 2023
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Stay (Cover)
Single • 2023
Videos See All
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Johnny Drille - Sister (Johnny's Room Live 6)
Johnny Drille • 61K views
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Johnny Drille - Believe Me (Official Music Video)
Johnny Drille • 25M views
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Top Afropop
Playlist • YouTube Music
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Playlist • YouTube Music
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Playlist • YouTube Music
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African Superstars
Playlist • YouTube Music
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Playlist • YouTube Music
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Afro R&B Wave
Playlist • YouTube Music
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A Happy Alternative
Playlist • YouTube Music
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