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.
Early life
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]
Discography
- 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
Later life and death
Obasi died in his residence on 16 October 2012 after suffering from kidney failure.[3]
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.
