John Ighodaro who is professionally known as Johnny Drille, (born July 5, 1990), is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. His career came into the spotlight when he released a cover of “Awww” by Di’Ja. He is currently signed to Mavin Records.

Johnny Drille Early Life, Education and How he began his Musical Career, Awards and nominations

Birth name: John Ighodaro
Also known as: Johnny Drille
Born: July 5, 1990 (age 32)
Edo, Nigeria
Genres: Folk and alternative rock
Occupation(s) Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer and Sound Engineer
Instrument(s) Vocals, Guitar and Piano
Years active: 2012–present
Labels: Mavin Records

Early life of John Ighodaro
Johnny Drille was born and raised in Edo State, Nigeria. His father is a school principal and clergyman. He has four siblings. Drille started singing in his father’s church at an early age.

Educational Background of John Ighodaro
He attended the University of Benin, Benin City, where he studied English and Literature.
Album: Johnny Drille – Home EP
Career
Drille began his musical career in church. He was one of the contestants on the sixth season of Project Fame West Africa in 2013. In 2015, he released a cover of Di’Ja’s “Awww”, which caught the attention of Mavin’s CEO Don Jazzy. His debut single “Wait for Me” was released in 2015. It was nominated for Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2016. He teamed up with Niniola, a fellow season 6 contestant, to record “Start All Over”. In February 2017, he signed a record deal with Mavin Records. On September 3, 2021, he released his debut album, which consists of a fourteen track project, before we fall asleep featuring Nigerian and artists, Ayra Starr, Ladipoe, Lagos community choir, Don Jazzy, Chylde, Kwitte, Cilsoul and the classic afro R&B group, Syl plus under the label Mavin Records.

Discography
Album details
Before We Fall Asleep
Released: September 3, 2021

EP details
Home
Released: October 28, 2022
Singles

2015 – “Wait for Me”

2015 – “Love Don’t Lie”

2016 – “My Beautiful Love”

2016 – “Start All Over (Featuring Niniola)

2017 – “Romeo & Juliet”

2018 – “Halleluya” (featuring Simi)

2018 – “Awa Love”

2019 – “Forever”

2019 – “Shine”

2019 – “Finding Efe”

2019 – “Papa”

2019 – “Dear Future Wife”

2019 – “Count on You”

2020 – “Something Better”

2020 – “Mystery Girl”

2021 – “Bad Dancer”

2021 – “Loving Is Harder”

2022 – “How Are You (My Friend)”

Awards and nominations
2016 The Headies Best Alternative Song “Wait for Me” Nominated
2018 Best Vocal Performance (Male) “Romeo & Juliet” Nominated
Best R&B Single Nominated
Best Alternative Song Nominated
Next Rated Himself Nominated
2019 Best Alternative Song “Finding Efe” Won
Best Vocal Performance (Male) Nominated