BEEBEE BASSEY BIOGRAPHY

Beebee Bassey (born July 30, 1993) is a Nigerian-born singer, songwriter and guitarist based in the United Kingdom. Known for her powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics, she blends gospel, soul, R&B, jazz, and rock in her music. Beebee rose to fame through her performances in music competitions like Nigerian Idol and the Karaoke World Championship. Beyond her music career, she is also a mentor and advocate, using her platform to raise awareness about social issues and inspire others—especially those living with learning challenges like dyslexia.

Full Name	Beebee Bassey
Date of Birth	July 30, 1993
Place of Birth	United Kingdom
Occupation	singer \| Songwriter

Early Life and Education

Beebee Bassey was born on July 30, 1993, in Calabar, Cross Rivers State, Nigeria, where she also hails from. She was raised in a Christian home, where her parents served as pastors. Growing up in a faith-filled environment, Beebee discovered her love for music at a young age by singing in church. Her early exposure to gospel music played a major role in shaping her musical journey.

She completed her primary and secondary education in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. During her school years, Beebee struggled with dyslexia, which made traditional learning challenging. She is a graduate of Cross Rivers State University (CRUTECH) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication.

Career

Beebee started her music career in the early 2010s. In 2011, she came into the spotlight after finishing as the first runner-up in the Voice of Cross River competition. She gained more attention in 2014 when she made it to the top five on Nigerian Idol. In 2020, she won the Karaoke World Championship Nigeria and later represented the country at the world finals. Her music blends gospel, soul, R&B, jazz, and rock.

She’s known for her strong vocals and emotional songs that talk about faith, healing, and real-life issues. She’s inspired by artists like Whitney Houston, Adele, Beyoncé, Tracy Chapman, Sinach, and Hillsong. Apart from singing, Beebee is also a guitarist and vocal coach. She teaches both kids and adults at Aspire Music and helps train new talents. In 2018, she launched a mentorship programme in Nigeria to support young artists, especially those dealing with challenges like dyslexia, just like she did.