Khaid Net Worth and Biography, Age, Career, Real Name

Who is Khaid?

Khaid (Sulaimon Shekoni Solomon) is a fast rising Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter signed to Neville Records. After signing a record deal with Sydney Talker’s Neville Records in 2022, he rose to stardom with the release of the song “With You,” which earned him his first chart entry on the Nigeria TurnTable Top 50 single chart at number forty-eight on 14 February 2022.

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Biography

Sulaimon Shekoni Abiola was born into a family of ten in Shibiri-Ojo.

As of 2023, the Nigerian entertainer is 18 years old. He was born on December 10, 2005. His astrological sign is Sagittarius.

He stated that his father advised him to learn a skill because making music did not pay the bills.

Following that, Sulaimon worked as a roadside mechanic in Ojo’s street, fixing vehicles in order to support his family and fund his music career.

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Age and Birthday 

As of 2023, the Nigerian entertainer is 18 years old. He was born on December 10, 2005. His astrological sign is Sagittarius.

Net Worth 

As of 2024, The aspiring Nigerian rapper, Khaid is said to be worth $50,000– $100,000. His music career is his primary source of income.

Career and Early Life 

Khaid developed a passion for music as a teenager. Listening to Afrobeats sounds by leading Nigerian artists such as 2baba, P-Square, D’banj, Wizkid, Davido, and Olamide sparked this interest.

Solomon has been pursuing a music career since he discovered his passion for it. As a high school student, he spent his free time writing original songs, which he performed to the delight of his classmates. During lunch break, he also entertained his classmates with freestyle rap songs.

Khaid was one of the most popular students in his high school by the time he graduated. He was known to represent the school in talent shows and to perform at school events.

Solomon began posting videos of his freestyle songs on his social media pages as social media usage in the country increased. During this time, he continued to make music, honing his sound and becoming a better songwriter.

In a short time, his videos went viral on the internet, and he began to gain fans who liked his music. Many people were intrigued by his ability to combine Afrobeats and Trap sounds to create delightful music.

Sydney Talker, a Nigerian comedian, first heard about him when a friend showed him Khaid’s freestyle videos, and he was immediately taken with him.

Khaid moved to Sydney’s place and lived with him for a year after Sydney Talker messaged him on Instagram. In January 2022, Sydney launched his record label, Neville Records, and signed Khaid as his first artist.

On January 28th, 2022, Khaid made his debut with the song ‘WITH YOU,’ a love song that quickly became a hit record, topping several Nigerian music charts.