Candy Bleakz

Akiode Blessing Mariam, known as Candy Bleakz, is a prominent female rapper in the Nigerian music industry. With a unique style blending Pidgin and Yoruba, an androgynous persona, and influences from Korean cinema and music, she has earned titles like "Ladies' Dragon" and "Queen of the Streets."

Initially gaining fame as the sole female emcee in Street Billionaires, Candy Bleakz launched a successful solo career with hits like "Owo Osu" featuring Naira Marley and Zlatan. Signing with Chocolate City/Warner Music, her single "Tikuku" produced by Rexxie paved the way for continued success, including tracks like "Wale" featuring Simi from the Better Days EP, showcasing her signature "Afrostreet" sound.