The History And Bio Of South East Upcoming Rapper Hugo p
Hugo p (real name Edwin Prince Uroko, also known as Edwin Prince Mmesoma) is a fast-rising Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter born on August 14, 1999, who hails from Ebonyi State and was raised in Enugu.
- Born and raised in Enugu (042), giving him deep roots in the eastern Nigerian music circuit.
- Grew up in Abakpa, coming from a strict family of pastors before pursuing secular trap and hip-hop music.
- Risked his school fees in JSS3 to record his very first song, “Abyss of Blessing”.
- Made his official music debut in 2020 after years of underground freestyling and attending local shows.
- Known for pioneering and elevating Igbo trap, Eastern drill, and hip-hop, drawing heavy stylistic inspiration from Tupac Shakur.
- Released his 12-track debut album Resurrection in June 2021, featuring Eastern heavyweights like Quincy, Rhatti, and others.
- Noted for popular tracks and collaborations such as “Undergod” (featuring Zoro), “The Journey,” “My Street,” and working with artists like Phyno, JeriQ, and Aguero Banks.
- Signed to Makaveli Records / Unseen Records during his career development.
The Rapper officially released his 12-track debut album titled Resurrection sometime in June. The album which is a rap album consists of a few features with artistes dominating the Eastern part of the country like Quincy, Zanivibes, Rhatti, Twist, and Latino.
Speaking at his first-ever radio interview with Tyeng Gang of Urban FM during a press tour, Hugo says he may have originated from the East but the goal is to be big worldwide.
Hugo P had a very humble beginning as he used to go to shows with instrumentals and begged show organizers to allow him freestyle on them till he started recording music five years ago.
He hopes to keep improving and carve a niche with the rap sound he’s mastering as he believes his life and music is hope for people with humble backgrounds.
His debut Album was premiered in Lagos & Abuja with leading radio stations playing the focus single “heavy in the game”. Also, The visuals to this focus single has been put out weeks ago and it’s available for viewing and playing on several platforms.
He is signed with Makaveli Records and works on his music with producer & friend, Jayswaarg.
