Meet Darkoo, the hot new Nigerian artist taking over the music world with her unique fusion of Afrobeat and British hip-hop and drill music. Darkoo, born Oluwafisayo Isa on September 19, 2001, in Yaba, Lagos State, Nigeria, represents the quintessential story of how success is a function of talent, hard work, and resourcefulness. At just 22 years old, she has developed a name for herself in the music industry with over ten infectious tracks to her name.
Early Life
Darkoo grew up in Yaba, living with her mother, who was a lecturer at the federal polytechnic. At just seven years old, she and her family migrated to South London, UK in 2008, which is where Darkoo grew up and started her career in music. Darkoo’s music is defined by a rich multicultural upbringing, allowing her to combine African influences with a British urban attitude.
Education
Darkoo experienced education in Nigeria and in the UK, where she studied while beginning to pursue her dreams and passion for music. Darkoo developed her understanding of songwriting and performance while in high school, which set her on course for success in music.
Music Career
Darkoo’s professional career in music began in 2019 with the release of her debut single, “Gangsta,” featuring British rapper One Acen. The song quickly blew up across TikTok, pushing the track to emerge onto the official singles chart and ultimately peak at number 22. The successful virality marked the beginning of Darkoo’s rise from obscurity within the music space.
In March 2020, she drops “Juicy” featuring Hardy Caprio and achieves even more chart success. Darkoo’s triumphant breakout song “Gangsta” garnered her nominations for multiple categories at the 2020 MOBO awards including best female act as well as song of the year. Her relatability has made her one of the best entertainers in the UK.
In April 2021, Darkoo hopped on the remix of “Body” by Russ Millions and Tion Wayne, demonstrating her full-throttle ambitions on collaborations. Eventually, she would release her first debut EP, “2 in 1,” and the organization of her stature would warrant her character. Darkoo saw herself collaborating with many artists, from Ghanaian superstar Black Sherif for “Always” to Buju, Mayorkun, and Shadz.
Some notable songs after only a short time as an artist include:
* Always (ft. Black Sherif)
* Cinderella (ft. 4keys)
* Pick Up
* Juicy (ft. Hardy Caprio)
* Gas Station (ft. Curtis J)
* Slow Down (ft. Tion Wayne)
* Disturbing U (ft. Ayra Starr)
Awards and Recognition
Darkoo’s talent has become all too relevant not to recognize; with her name being nominated for awards at the MOBO awards for best female act, best newcomer, and song of the year for “Gangsta,” Darkoo displayed remarkable progress within the music space in a limited time frame.
Darkoo has had a romantic relationship in the UK and is now single, focused on the mission. Her whole identity is partly shaped by the journey from Yaba to the UK, and she embraces both her representation of her Nigerian and British heritage, not having to omit either.
Social Media
You can follow Darkoo and stay up-to-date with her journey on social media:
* Twitter/X: @darkoo
* Instagram: @darkooÂ
* Facebook: DarkooÂ
Net Worth
As of 2024, Darkoo is estimated to have a net worth of approximately $300,000 as she begins her ascent in the music space.
FAQs About Darkoo
* How old is Darkoo?
She is 24 years old as of 2025
* When was Darkoo born?
September 19, 2001.
* What label is Darkoo signed to?
Atlantic Records UK.
* Is Darkoo married?
No, she is single.
* What is Darkoo’s nationality?
She is Nigerian and is also British.
Darkoo is an artist worth keeping an eye out for as she continues to excel whilst providing an engaging experience across audiences throughout the world through her infectious energy!
