2Baba (2Face Idibia) – Full Biography and Career Overview
2Baba (2Face Idibia) – Full Biography and Career Overview
Early Life & Education
- Real Name: Innocent Ujah Idibia
- Stage Names: 2Face Idibia (formerly), now 2Baba
- Born: September 18, 1975
- Place of Birth: Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
- State of Origin: Benue State (Idoma ethnic group)
- Education: Attended the Institute of Management & Technology (IMT), Enugu, but dropped out to pursue music.
Music Career
Plantashun Boiz Era (1997–2004)
- 2Baba started his career as part of the R&B group Plantashun Boiz with Blackface and Faze.
- They released two albums:
- Body & Soul (2000)
- Sold Out (2003)
- The group later disbanded in 2004, leading to his solo career.
Solo Career & Breakthrough (2004–2007)
- Debut Album: Face 2 Face (2004)
- Featured the international hit “African Queen”, which became one of Africa’s biggest love songs.
- The song was also featured in the Hollywood movie Phat Girlz (2006).
- Second Album: Grass 2 Grace (2006)
- Hit songs: True Love, For Instance, See Me So.
- Won multiple awards, solidifying his status as Nigeria’s top artist.
International Success (2009–2014)
- Signed with Hypertek Entertainment after leaving Kennis Music.
- Released several successful albums, including:
- The Unstoppable (2009) – Included the hit Enter the Place.
- Away & Beyond (2012) – Featured Rainbow and Ihe Neme.
- The Ascension (2014) – Featured Let Somebody Love You.
Later Career & Legacy (2015–Present)
- In 2016, 2Baba officially changed his name from 2Face to 2Baba.
- Released several singles and collaborations, maintaining relevance in the industry.
- Recognized as a legend in Afrobeats and one of the most influential Nigerian musicians.
Activism & Philanthropy
- Advocates for good governance, peace, and youth empowerment.
- Led protests against corruption in Nigeria.
- Runs the 2Baba Foundation, focusing on education and social causes.
Awards & Achievements
- First African artist to win MTV Europe Music Award (2005).
- Multiple Headies Awards and MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs).
- BET Award for Best International Act (2011).
Personal Life
- Married to Annie Idibia, with whom he has children.
- Known for his large family, fathering children from multiple relationships.
Legacy
2Baba remains one of Africa’s greatest musicians, pioneering the Afrobeats movement and inspiring generations of artists
