Glenn Mena
Akauveh Erumena Glenn (born July 22, 1985), professionally known as Glenn Mena, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist.
Personal Life
Glenn Mena is the second son among five siblings, born to Meshach Akauveh Akarah and Regina I. Akarah. He studied Business Administration at Lead City University, Ibadan.
On 6 June 2024, he became a father with the birth of his daughter, Heaven O. Akarah, with his longtime partner, Stella N. Akarah.
Career
Glenn Mena began his music career in secondary school, collaborating with a friend. His early promise was recognized when he:
- Won Best New Act at the 2013 MAYA Awards
- Was nominated in the Next Rated Act category at the 2015 Scream All Youths Awards
- Was nominated for a City People Entertainment Award
Notable Releases
- 2015 – Released the single "Packaging"
- 2017 – Appeared on Shine Begho's Mischief Show, where he hinted at his debut EP, Mask&Music
- 2017 – Released "Take Over", a low-tempo single produced by American producer Nino Fresh
- 2018 – Released the single "Swerve"
- 2019 – Featured internationally with "Yoruba Demon" on Complex Magazine, a single featuring Problem Solved, from his upcoming album
Discography
- Mask&Music (EP)
- "Packaging"
- "Take Over"
- "Swerve"
- "Yoruba Demon" (feat. Problem Solved)
Awards and Nominations
- 2013 – Best New Act, MAYA Awards (Winner)
- 2015 – Next Rated Act, Scream All Youths Awards (Nominee)
- City People Entertainment Awards (Nominee)
See Also
- Nigerian contemporary R&B artists
- List of Nigerian male singers
External Links
- Official Website(#) (Add URL if available)