Oladokun Abimbola Elijah, known professionally as Bayanni, is a talented Nigerian singer and songwriter who has become a key player in the modern Afrobeats landscape. Originally known in the underground scene as Zhenoboy, he was scouted by Don Jazzy and underwent rigorous artist development at the Mavin Academy before being officially unveiled as a Mavin Records signee in August 2022. His music is distinguished by his "silvery" vocal tone and a melodic approach that blends Afro-fusion with pop sensibilities. He is often praised for his technical songwriting and his ability to create "earworm" hooks that translate well across different cultures, particularly in East Africa and Southeast Asia.