Afrobeats is enjoying its moment in the global spotlight, and a handful of names continue to push the genre beyond its traditional borders. Darkoo, a 22-year-old Nigerian-born British artiste, mixes Afrobeats with the bold, gritty sounds of UK drill and hip-hop and is known for her 2019 “Gangsta” hit. With the release of her viral track “ Favourite Girl ,” featuring Nigeria’s star singer Rema in August, Darkoo proved that she is a force to be reckoned with in the global music scene.
The original track, released in May, featured Dess Dior and has reached 11 million views on YouTube. In July, she and Rema wowed the crowd at the Wireless Festival in London with an unforgettable performance of their “Favourite Girl” remix. It was the first time the duo would perform the song together on stage.
But Darkoo’s story, like her music, is more complex than one viral hit. She is an artiste who defies conventions, challenges gender norms, and effortlessly navigates multiple cultural identities. From her humble beginnings in Lagos to her breakout success in London, Darkoo’s journey is one of artistic evolution, self-discovery, and unapologetic individuality.
Darkoo, aka Oluwafisayo Isa, was born on 19 September 2001 in Yaba, Lagos. At age seven, she moved to South London with her family, a relocation that would prove pivotal to her musical career. The singer attended St.
Catherine’s Catholic School for Girls in London, United Kingdom. Growing up in a multicultural city .