Biography
Oluwadurotimi Chidumme Ogunro, professionally known as Rotimo, is a Nigerian born Afrobeats artist residing in the UK. With a musical style cultivated by several musical genres including Afrobeats, Pop, R&B, Hip Hop, Jazz/Funk and Soul, he has reached a diverse array of fans across the globe. This variety of genre influences give him a vocally distinctive sound.
Over the years, Rotimo has organised and headlined his own concerts at various venues across London including The Garage, O2 Academy Islington, Roundhouse London etc where he performed alongside the likes of Cassper Nyovest, Dappy, Kamo Mphela, Paigey Cakey, and many more in order to push forward Afrobeats music together with other genres to a wider audience.
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His songs Surrenda Remix, Shockolate, Show Up and others have earned him millions of streams across platforms and have earned critical acclaim for their smooth vocals, rhythmic finesse,
In May 2025, Rotimo made history as the first UK-based Afrobeats artist to headline the iconic 3000 capacity Roundhouse London - an electrifying moment that solidified his status as a rising force in global music.
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Beyond the stage, Rotimo is also the founder of his headline concert called Rotimo's Shockolate Show - a platform that merges live music, performance art, and community engagement. Passionate about cultural connection and creative collaboration, he continues to champion sounds that uplift, inspire, and bridge worlds.
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With a growing presence across digital platforms and live circuits, Rotimo is a standout voice in the next wave of international Afrobeats and R&B music.
