Victor Thompson (musician)

Victor Thompson
Birth nameVictor Ufuoma Thompson
Born (1986-11-11) November 11, 1986 (age 38)
Lagos State, Nigeria
OriginDelta State
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
InstrumentVocals
Years active2017–present
SpouseHenrietta Victor Thompson
Websitevictorthompsonmusic.com

Victor Ufuoma Thompson known professionally as Victor Thompson (born 11 November 1986) is a Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter.[1] He is notable for the song “This Year (Blessings)” released in January 2023.[2][3]

Biography

Victor Thompson was born on 11 November 1986 in Lagos State, Nigeria but originally hails from Okpara-Inland in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State.[4] He had his primary education at St. Anthony Nursery and Primary School, and later moved to Caleb International School, while he had his secondary education at Government College, Ikorodu both in Lagos State.

He obtained his Bachelor's Degree from the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, Delta State in Environmental Science.[5]

Career

Thompson started singing at an early age.[6][7] He was a contestant in The Voice Nigeria, Season 2 in 2017.[8][9]

He debuted the music scene officially with his first single "Miyeruwe" in November, 2018.[10] In January 2023, he released the single "This Year (Blessings)" featuring Nigerian co-singer Ehis D'Greatest. The single topped the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats chart at number 35 and[11][12] also peaked as No. 14 in the United Kingdom according to the Official Charts.[13][14]

Other singles he has released include "Not Moved", "You Make All Things Beautiful" and "Thank You".[15] In July 2023, he was nominated for the 16th Headies Awards in the category for Best Inspirational Single, alongside Davido, Neon Adejo, Nathaniel Bassey and others.[16][17]

Singles

  • This Year (Blessings) Ft Ehis D'Greatest (2023)
  • My Back (2022)
  • Not Moved (2022)[18]
  • Fall in Love (2022)
  • Thank You (2022)
  • Miyeruwe (2018)

Awards/nominations

Year Award Category Result Ref
2024 Billboard Music Awards Top Gospel Song Pending [19]
2023 The Headies Best Inspirational Single Nominated [20][21]
Premier Gospel Awards Best International Artist Nominated [22][23]
2023 Marathana Awards Best Overall Hit Song Won
Marathana Awards Best Prophetic/Uplifting Song (Africa) Won
Marathana Awards Best Thanksgiving song (Africa) Won
Marathana Awards Best Collaboration Song Won

References

  1. ^ "King Mike Aremu Teams Up With Victor Thompson In New Single, "Totori - The Name Of Jesus"". NotjustOk. 2023-05-12. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  2. ^ Elnino, Dennis (2023-04-11). "Excitement As Soulful Musician Victor Thompson Blesses Fans With New Banger 'This Year(Blessings)". Ghafla! Kenya. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  3. ^ "Victor Thompson - This Year (Blessings) Video". Top40-Charts.com. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  4. ^ "Victor Thompson Biography, Age, Wife, Net Worth, Songs - Insidegistblog". insidegistblog.com. 2023-06-13. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  5. ^ Man, The New (2023-06-30). "Biography of Victor Thompson". The New Man. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  6. ^ Abulude, Samuel (2022-07-03). "My Songs Raise Hope For People, Says Nigerian Gospel Singer - Victor Thompson". Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  7. ^ Daniels, Ajiri (2022-07-04). "We need to be more prayerful, says International Gospel Artiste, Victor Ufuoma Thompson". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  8. ^ Reporter (2017-07-10). "#TheVoiceNigeria: Watch All the Highlights of Episode 4 - Fab Magazine". Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  9. ^ Johnson, Chantelle (2023-01-22). "'My Pastor told me to audition for The Voice' says worship leader". Premier Gospel. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  10. ^ Muhonji, Muhunya (2023-02-19). "Powerful worship songs in Nigeria: 20 gospel tracks for prayer". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  11. ^ Cusson, Michael (2022-03-29). "Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs". Billboard. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  12. ^ "This Year (blessings) by Victor Thompson - Music Charts". acharts.co. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  13. ^ "This Year (Blessings) by Victor Thompson Featuring Ehis D'Greatest". Official Charts.
  14. ^ "Victor Thompson's "THIS YEAR (Blessing)" ft. Ehi D Greatest Certified GOLD in France | GMusicPlus.com". 2023-07-05. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  15. ^ "Victor Thompson". Spotify. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  16. ^ "16th Headies Awards Unveils Nominations List - Okayplayer". www.okayafrica.com. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  17. ^ Somto, Bisina (2023-07-12). "2023 Headies Award: Full Nominations List". Prime Business Africa. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  18. ^ Arunaye, Newton (2022-05-27). "Victor Thompson – Not Moved". LEGIT9JA. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  19. ^ "Billboard Music Awards Nominees Announced!". gospelmusic.org. 2024-11-26. Retrieved 2024-12-07.
  20. ^ "Headies Award 2023 nominees list: Asake, Burna Boy, Victor Thompson, Tiwa Savage plus odas wey make di list". BBC News Pidgin. 2023-07-12. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  21. ^ "Burna Boy, Rema, Ruger, Asake lead 2023 Headies nomination list [Full Nomination List]". Pulse Nigeria. 2023-07-12. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  22. ^ "The 2023 Premier Gospel Awards - The Winners". hfpmusiccity. 2023-06-20. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
  23. ^ Maria, Cassandra (2023-05-05). "REVEALED: Best Newcomer & Best International act nominations". Premier Gospel. Retrieved 2023-07-12.