Patty Obasi

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'and has three sons of which kenpatty is the first.

Patty Obasi
Born
Patrick Obasi

(1951-05-15)15 May 1951
Mmaku, Awgu, Enugu State, Nigeria
Died16 October 2012(2012-10-16) (aged 61).son... Kenpatty obasi
Enugu State, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Spouse(s)Esther Obasi
Musical career
Also known asThe Sower
Genresgospel
Occupation(s)performer, singer
InstrumentsVocals, guitar
Years active1980–2003

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
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  • Bianu Kanyi Kele Jehova
  • Onye Isi Agha
  • Nwa Mama Iwota
  • Okara Akapa
  • Billionaire in a Crate
  • Walking with Jesus
  • Ezi Nwayi Di Ukor
  • Ubanase

Later life and death

Obasi died in his residence on 16 October 2012 after suffering from kidney failure.[3]

See also

References
  1. "Goodnight, Patty". The Nation Newspaper. 2 November 2012. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
  2. Obi, Felix-Abraham (25 May 2006). "Igbo Music: Where Are The Gongs And Flutes?". Nigerians in America. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
  3. Edike, Tony (27 October 2012). "Gospel singer, Patty Obasi, dies of kidney failure". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
  4. Ovye, John (26 November 2010). "I Used Music To Spread The Gospel - "Patty Obasi"". Gospel Songs 2020. Retrieved 8 January 2020.
  5. Oguejiofor, Patrick (7 March 2014). "Tribute: Remembering Gospel Singer And Champion For Christ Patty Obasi". The Trent. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
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