Meet Talented Ìgbò Singer Ifé, Whose Biafran Heroes Song Titled ‘1967’ And ‘Omenana’ Will Make You Proud

In our journey to greatness as a people, as Ndi Ìgbò, we have been blessed with some of the finest icons, talents, musicians, orators, prophets, and leaders. Whether we see them as such or not, the truth remains that mother nature has blessed us with these sons and daughters, for the sole purpose of shining the light of Ndi Ìgbò, so that the whole world might see and recognize our greatness.

One of such illustrious and talented daughters of our noble people is Ifé (Ifechukwu Mercy Michael), who through her music promotes our culture and its importance; but above all has used her storytelling style of music to venerate the memories of our people who died during the Biafran war of 1967-1970. Ifé represents the true Ìgbò spirit, and we are very proud to share her music and biography with you.

In one of her songs titled “I967” which is a Biafran Heroes song, she uses her voice to bring out the deep emotions buried in the heart of a very true Ìgbò man or woman as regards the events of 1967-1970.

In another of her moving songs titled Omenana, she beckons on Ndi Ìgbò and Africans at large, to embrace and promote our Omenana (culture and tradition).

One of her songs that will most definitely make you dance and smile is the electrifying “OZO” in which she featured Umu Obiligbo.

Her Story

Life has been about singing for Ifechukwu Mercy Michael professionally known as Ifé. She was born in a family where singing was the norm. Ifé at the age of ten (10) years joined the chorus of traditional music that engulfed her household. Her father and mother were professional Singers who recorded three (3) albums at their peak.

Ifé attended the prestigious Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka Nigeria where she studied and graduated with a degree in Music and Performing Arts. While a Student, Ifé picked up playing the guitar, Igbo traditional Uba Aka, and other percussion instruments.

The Multi-talented Nigerian-born Singer, Songwriter, whose state of origin is Anambra (Umuawulu, Awka South LGA), centers her music on African culture and Heritage and advocacy for the girl-child, women, and mother tongue. This motivates her to research into traditional Igbo folk songs and recycle them into the Afro-Soul genre, Alternative Highlife, and Pop idioms.

The Results are compelling, and a futuristic adventure for new sounds in music. With over four (4) Years of experience as a professional artiste, her Music journey remains adventurous as she also explores different sounds. Her discography is above twenty-four (24) away from features from other artists.

Ifé represents many African souls seeking to journey home, seeking to have a feel of the African ideals and to represent these ideals. It takes calling to discern such a journey, courage to begin it, and tenacity to remain undeterred. She is set to journey almost forever on that path she is convinced leads home.

More so, Ifé contributes in her measures to the growth of modern African music and musicianship. With performances at Mondial Music for Women Festival 2021 in Abidjan, Black History Concert 2021 in Lagos, Nigeria, and Festival Music for Women in Montreal, Canada (virtual concert) held in 2020, It is safe therefore to say that truly, Ifé represents the hope in Igbo cultural Renaissance and a force in the promotion of Igbo and African culture. She has also headlined her own concerts and a host of others.

Ifé is a Champion of the African Union Centre for Girls and Women Education in Africa on their #AfricaEducatesHer Campaign. She stands in solidarity using her music and artistry to campaign for education for the girl-child in Africa and the fight against early girl-child marriage.

Ifé is part of the team that came together all over Africa on the project theme “Culture as a tool for healing” This is a Community and National Outreach initiative that kicked off in South Africa.

It is targeted at everyone that has lost a loved one, their job, or anything they hold dear due to Corona Virus. This is a journey to initiate a healing process through music, Performing Arts and Poetry.

During her recent interview on BBC News Africa – Focus in Africa, she maintained that her Language, roots, and culture make her standout and build a great uniqueness around her style of music and artistry in total.

Kenechukwu Ibedu is the business manager and team leader of Ifé brand.

You can find Ifé on social media through the following handles:\

Subscribe to her on her YouTube Channel 

Twitter/Instagram: @ife_musiq

Facebook: @Ifé

YouTube: Ifé

All her releases can be found on: https://linktr.ee/Ifemusiq

Management Phone contacts: +2348063305524, +2349024731872.

Email: [email protected]

This Article Was Written By Chuka Nduneseokwu, Editor-In-Chief, Voice Of The Sun

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