About
Fyve Shinobi

Cape Town-based Nigerian hip-hop artist Fyve Shinobi is building a body of work that brings together infectious music, a distinctive style and an unmistakable connection to hip-hop culture. Nigerian hip-hop anchors his sound, with Afrobeat as a subgenre he also explores. E Don Tey: The Lost Session was Fyve's breakout project, introducing a wider audience to his voice and setting the foundation for the journey ahead. Standout tracks including “Hey Hey Hey” and “No Contest” showcased his individual style and collaborative spirit.

“Hey Hey Hey” has made an impression beyond the speakers, becoming a viral video moment and demonstrating Fyve's ability to capture an audience visually as well as musically. Explore the music videos and performance videos to see that work for yourself.

Earlier hits, lasting chapters

Following the breakout project, “Five Blessings” and “Elevating” became important earlier hits in Fyve Shinobi's catalogue. They mark key moments in the evolution of his sound, alongside appearances, collaborations and performances that have taken him from local stages to audiences further afield.

The WaxLyrical Edition at Kokolounge was a defining live moment, bringing a stellar lineup of artists together and drawing attention to Fyve's presence on stage. Collaborations have also remained part of the journey, including “Personality Disorder” with Teck-Zilla, covered by Pulse Nigeria.

The current chapter: Slap (Woozah)

Now Fyve Shinobi is focused on “Slap (Woozah),” produced by Teck-Zilla. The current release is inspiring dance videos at competitions, parties and DJ sets, turning the song into a shared moment for dancers and music lovers. Each new clip adds a different interpretation to the track's growing dance movement.

From the breakout project E Don Tey: The Lost Session, through earlier hits “Five Blessings” and “Elevating,” to the current energy of “Slap (Woozah),” Fyve's story is one of forward motion. Listen to the music, watch the video collection and follow the latest artist stories.