Early Life

Reekado Banks, the last-born child in a family passionate about music, was raised in a disciplinarian environment by his mother, a caterer and pastor, and his father, a clergyman from Ondo State.

He completed secondary school at just 14 years old and began recording music in 2008.

His older brother, Temi Solomon, played a crucial role in his musical journey, teaching him the essentials of writing, singing, and producing.

Reekado Banks chose his stage name by blending the meanings of the two parts: “Reekado” translates to “strong ruler,” while “Banks” represents “wealth.”

In 2014, he graduated from the University of Lagos with a degree in history and strategic studies. His musical influences include Don Jazzy, 2face Idibia, DJ Jimmy Jatt, Olamide, and M.I.

Mavin Records Deal and Artistry
In 2013, after his brother submitted his songs to Mavin Records’ internet talent search, Reekado Banks stood out from over 5,000 submissions and secured a record deal.

Despite not initially consenting to the submission, he expressed gratitude to his brother for taking the initiative on his behalf.

Known for his versatility,Banks creates music to appeal to a diverse audience with varying tastes.

His breakthrough came on February 21, 2014, with the release of Turn It Up, which featured Tiwa Savage and marked his first official single under Mavin Records.

He also contributed to the iconic track Dorobucci, alongside Don Jazzy, Korede Bello, Tiwa Savage, Di’Ja, Dr SID, and D’ Prince.

Over the next year, Banks collaborated with the same artists on tracks like “Adaobi,” “Arise,” and “Looku Looku.”

Career

Banks made headlines again in February 2015 with the release of Katapot, a Don Jazzy-produced single that was rumored to be a diss track aimed at D’banj and Wande Coal.

Don Jazzy later debunked the rumors, but in an interview with Vanguard, Banks explained that he created Katapot specifically for his fans.

In July 2015, Reekado Banks signed an endorsement deal with the Nigerian cellular provider Globacom. On December 7, 2018, he announced his exit from Mavin Records and launched his own label, Banks Music.

In 2019, Banks made headlines again when he parted ways with his older brother as his manager.

He continued to make waves with the release of the 2021 hit Ozumba Mbadiwe, and in 2022, Virgin Music announced they would handle the distribution of his music alongside Darkoo.

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