Liya, born Abdulsalam Suliyat Modasola, is a renowned Nigerian singer and songwriter who recently made headlines by joining Davido Music Worldwide, DMW, Davido’s record label.
However, in response to a question from one of her followers on Instagram, Liya disclosed that she is no longer officially signed to DMW.
Despite this, she emphasized that she will always consider herself a part of the DMW family.
Liya first caught the music world’s attention with her debut single titled “Melo,” which was released shortly after she inked a record deal with DMW in 2020.
Her signing was an important milestone as she became the first female artist to be signed by Davido to his label, earning her the title of “First Lady” of DMW.
The announcement of her signing was made by Davido himself through his social media platforms, further cementing her place in the industry.
Even before the official announcement of her signing, Liya had already unveiled an upcoming track called “Be My Vibe.”
Her talent is managed and nurtured by Vanzy Vanz, who serves as her manager.
At the age of 24, Liya is a young and promising Nigerian Afrobeat singer known for her distinctive voice and tone. She received her primary and high school education in Lagos before pursuing linguistics studies at the University of Ilorin.
While her official status with DMW may have changed, Liya’s undeniable talent and strong connection to the DMW family promise an exciting future for this talented artist in the Nigerian music scene.
