Inetimi Alfred Odon (born 15 August 1980), known by his stage name “Timaya,” is a Nigerian singer-songwriter. He is from Odi, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. “Timaya” is known for combining Nigerian pop with elements of dancehall, hip-hop, and soca, as well as Afro-Caribbean/Dancehall music. He is the founder of “DM (Dem Mama) Records Limited.”
Timaya’s solo career began in 2005 with the release of the single “Dem Mama,” which is about the Odi massacre. His debut album, “True Story,” was released the following year, and his second album, “Gift and Grace,” was released in 2008.
