Obasi Jackson – 10 Fascinating Facts To Know About The Musician

Obasi Jackson is an American singer, songwriter, and rapper. His father is from Panama and his mother is Jamaican. Though he was born and raised in Brooklyn, some of his fans often mistake him to be of Nigerian origin because of his first name (Obasi) but the rapper is an American citizen. He was birthed to his father, Greg Jackson, and a wonderful mother, Audrey Jackson. It is believed that he was born on14 August 1994.

Apart from his music which drew him to the limelight, he is also known in many quarters as the older brother of Baraka Jackson who is better known as Pop Smoke. More than that, there are many other things to know about him.

Interesting Facts To Know About Obasi Jackson

1. Obasi and Pop Smoke were not very close

According to Obasi, he was five years older than his late brother. The two had a close bond while they were growing up. However, Baraka later went to Pennsylvania where he got his education. That was when they were separated and they did not become very close again until the death of Pop Smoke. Nonetheless, they always loved each other.

2. Obasi Jackson is from a very hard working family

One of the most fascinating things about the singer is the fact that he is from a very hard-working family. Apart from himself and his younger brother who gained fame for his talent as a rapper and his hard work, his mother is also very hardworking. She works as a high school teacher.

3. Music seems to run in the family

As it is known, Pop Smoke was a singer and rapper before he was murdered in his house, in Hollywood, California. Pop smoke’s debut album titled “shoot for the stars, aim for the moon” was released posthumously and it broke Eminem’s record. He was killed in what seemed like a home invasion, his legacy lives on.

4. His music tends more towards R&B and Neo-soul

Many would think that just like his younger brother, Obasi would focus on rap as his style of music but in an interview with “Inside Edition”, he revealed his love for R&B and Soul. The two brothers definitely shared different philosophies when it comes to music

5. The love life of the musician is kept hidden

As regards the relationship and love life of the singer, it is known that he was once to be more focused on his career. However, he made it known that he once had a girlfriend with whom he lived for a while before they later parted ways.

For now, it is clear that he is still not married but it is not clear if he is in a relationship.

6. The lifestyle of Obasi Jackson is different from that of his late brother

Considering his age which is put in the mid-20s and his status as a public figure, Obasi tends to have a clear record, with little or no controversy surrounding him. Very unlike his younger brother, he has not made headlines for theft or involvement in any gang-related crimes.

Sometime in 2018, his brother Pop smoke was charged with stealing a Rolls-Royce worth about $375,000. He allegedly borrowed the car for a music video in California but later transported it to New York City on the back of a flatbed truck. The car was later returned to its owner while he was released on a $250,000 bond was also prohibited from traveling outside the USA without government permission.

7. He is in touch with his emotions

Once while speaking with Taraji Henson, on her Facebook watch series-Peace of mind, the R&B singer got emotional while talking about the loss of his brother. He spoke about how he is missing his brother and a lot of other things he would never get to do or say to his brother. He was not ashamed to let the tears flow even on a public platform.

8. Church music is part of his music story

It may sound cliché but Obasi Jackson, just like many other artists worldwide began their music career from the church. Talking to DJ Waffles on Dash radio, he revealed how his music started after his mother enrolled him in guitar lessons.

He also enjoyed sitting behind the musicians in church and studying how they go about their instruments and the control of their voices.

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9. Obasi doesn’t want to be famous

In an interview he granted, he said he just wants to have fun with his music. When he was asked what he really wants since he isn’t really interested in fame, he said he just wants to travel, and fulfill other people, and though he is not after the fame, if it comes then so be it.

10. A look at his discography and awards

Although his brother Pop Smoke won a good number of awards including 5 Billboard Awards, Obasi Jackson has not yet registered any awards. He has released the following albums:

• Emotion Kid (2018)
• Memories (2021)

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