Olivier Martelly

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Michel-Olivier Martelly
Birth nameMichel-Olivier Martelly
BornMiami
Genreskompa
Occupation(s)Musician
Years active2006–
Websitewww.oliviermartelly.com

Michel-Olivier Martelly (French pronunciation: [miʃɛl-ɔlivje maʁteli]), better known as Olivier Martelly, is a Haitian American singer. He has a stage name, BigO.

Early life

Olivier Martelly was born in Miami. His father, Michel Martelly was the 41st President of Haiti, and his mother, Sophia Saint-Rémy Martelly, was First Lady.[1]

Career

Matelly's discographies are hard to find, and as public data about him are extremely limited, his career is relatively unknown. In Haiti's 2015 presidential election, he published a song endorsing government-backed candidate Jovenel Moise[2] in response to Wyclef Jean's endorsement of Jude Célestin.[3] Martelly is the CEO of Big O Productions, which features Haitian artists.[4]

References

  1. ^ Charles, Jacqueline, ed. (12 May 2015). "Haiti First Lady Sophia Martelly reviewing options after candidacy rejected". Miami Herald. Retrieved 14 December 2015.
  2. ^ "Olivier Martelly repon-n Wyclef Jean ( Neg Bannan nan ) Jovenel Moise" (in Haitian Creole). 19 October 2015. Retrieved 12 December 2015.
  3. ^ "Wyclef Jean – Lé a rive! Li sipote (Endorsing) Jude Celestin" (in Haitian Creole). 18 October 2015. Retrieved 12 December 2015.
  4. ^ Press, ed. (7 March 2015). "Swizz Beatz Brings Chris Brown & Lil Wayne to Haiti for Free Concert [Photos]". HipHopWired. Retrieved 14 December 2015.