Patty Obasi Explained
| Patty Obasi |
| Birth Name: | Patrick Obasi |
| Birth Date: | 1951 5, df=y |
| Birth Place: | Mmaku, Awgu, Enugu State, Nigeria |
| Death Place: | Enugu State, Nigeria |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Spouse: | Esther Obasi |
| Module: | | Embed: | yes | | Alias: | The Sower | | Genre: | gospel | | Instrument: | Vocals, guitar | | Years Active: | 1980–2003 | | Occupation: | performer, singer |
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Patrick Obasi (15 May 1951 – 16 October 2012), popularly known as Patty Obasi, was a Nigerian gospel recording artist.[1] Regarded as one of the pioneers of Nigerian gospel music,[2] Patty Obasi rose to prominence in 1980 upon the release of his album Nwa Mama Iwota.
Patrick Obasi was born in Mmaku, a small town in Awgu local government area of Enugu State, Nigeria where he began his singing career.[3]
Career
He released his debut album Bianu Kanyi Kele Jehova and went on to release over 15 studio albums.[4] [5]
Patrick Obasi popularly known as Patty Obasi, was a gospel recording artist. Regarded as one of the pioneers of Nigerian gospel music.[6]
Patty Obasi was a renowned vocalist, guitarist and renowned music evangelist. His music is commonly filled with teachings on moral values, societal vices and proper christian life. A lifestyle which earned him the “Sower” sobriquet and an ordained Reverend for using his music to preach the gospel.[7]
Death
Patty passed on after battling with protracted kidney failure, in 16 October,2012 at his residence in Enugu, having slipped into unconsciousness earlier that day.
Discography
- Uwa Bu Ahai
- Onye Kwere Ekwu
- Anya Nelebe
- Bianu Kanyi Kele Jehova
- Onye Isi Agha
- Nwa Mama Iwota
- Okara Akapa
- Billionaire In A Crate
- Walking With Jesus
- Ezi Nwayi Di Ukor
- Ubanase
- Anya n'ele uwa
- Ogadika Oluebube
- Onye Onyinye
- Freelance Painter
- Ezinwanye Di Iko
- Chinaza Oku
- Millionaire Create
- Anyi Gana Eje N'iru [8]
See also
Notes and References
- News: Goodnight, Patty. The Nation Newspaper. 2 November 2012. 2 July 2016.
- Web site: Igbo Music: Where Are The Gongs And Flutes?. Nigerians in America. Obi. Felix-Abraham. 25 May 2006. 2 July 2016.
- News: Gospel singer, Patty Obasi, dies of kidney failure. Vanguard News. Edike. Tony. 27 October 2012. 2 July 2016.
- Web site: I Used Music To Spread The Gospel - "Patty Obasi". Ovye. John. 2010-11-26. Gospel Songs 2020. en-US. 2020-01-08.
- News: Tribute: Remembering Gospel Singer And Champion For Christ Patty Obasi. The Trent. Oguejiofor. Patrick. 7 March 2014. 2 July 2016.
- Web site: career of patty obasi - Google Search . 2024-10-15 . www.google.com.
- Web site: Media . Soundwela . 2024-02-23 . Patty Obasi Biography, Career, Family And Songs . 2024-10-15 . soundwela.net . en-US.
- Web site: patty obasi songs - Google Search . 2024-10-15 . www.google.com.
