My Story (Iyanya album)
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| Released | 2009. | |||
| Recorded | 2008-2009 | |||
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| Length | 57:34 | |||
| Label | CN Media | |||
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My Story is the debut studio album by Nigerian singer Iyanya. It was released by CN Media in 2009.[1] The album's production was handled by ID Cabasa, OJB Jezreel, K-Solo and Tee-Y Mix. It features guest appearances from M.I, Faze, DJ Zeez, Bokwilla and Ugly.[1]
Background
Iyanya started recording the album after winning the inaugural season of Project Fame West Africa.[2] My Story is predominantly R&B but contains elements of hip hop and reggae.[3] On October 4, 2009, Iyanya launched the "Symphony of Iyanya", a concert dedicated to celebrating the album's release. It was held at Ultima Studios in Omole, Lagos.[3]
Singles
"No Time" was released as the album's lead single. It features vocals by Nigerian singer Faze.[4] "Love Truly" was released as the album's second single. The music video for the song was shot in Nigeria.[5] "Iyanya (My Story)" was released as the album's third single; the song's music video was shot in South Africa.[6]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Gbadun You" (featuring M.I) | 3:49 |
| 2. | "Wise Up" | 3:48 |
| 3. | "Gongon" (featuring Ugly) | 3:45 |
| 4. | "Love Truly (Remix)" (featuring Bokwilla) | 3:39 |
| 5. | "Iyanya (My Story)" | 4:19 |
| 6. | "High" | 3:57 |
| 7. | "Shaye" (featuring DJ Zeez) | 4:02 |
| 8. | "Love You" | 3:38 |
| 9. | "Skele" | 3:57 |
| 10. | "Tile" | 3:23 |
| 11. | "Love Truly" | 3:36 |
| 12. | "No Time" (featuring Faze) | 4:12 |
| 13. | "Forever" | 4:11 |
| 14. | "Thank You" | 3:21 |
| 15. | "Wise Up (Instrumental)" | |
| Total length: | 57:34 | |
Personnel
References
- ^ a b "Iyanya > My Story". Badoski. Retrieved 2 August 2013.
- ^ "Iyanya Mbuk Biography (Nigerian Music Artist)". NigeriaMusicNetwork. Archived from the original on 18 August 2013. Retrieved 2 August 2013.
- ^ a b "Iyanya drops new album". Vanguard Nigeria. Retrieved 2 August 2013.
- ^ "Iyanya – No Time feat. Faze". Notjustok. Retrieved 6 October 2013.
- ^ "New Video: Iyanya – Love Truly". Bella Naija. Retrieved 2 August 2013.
- ^ "Iyanya – My story [Official Video]". Afrobeat360. Retrieved 2 August 2013.