Dice Ailes, born Shasha Damilola Alesh on August 1, 1996, is a Nigerian-Canadian singer, songwriter, and rapper. Notably signed with Chocolate City in July 2014, he has made waves in the music industry with his versatile style, earning recognition and nominations for various awards.

Dice Ailes

Early Life and Education

Growing up, Dice Ailes attended Lagooz College in Nigeria, later expanding his horizons by studying at York University in Canada. It was during his time in Canada that he embarked on his musical journey, eventually returning to Nigeria after securing a record deal with Chocolate City in 2014.

Musical Career

Dice Ailes kickstarted his musical journey as a member of a church choir, collaborating with fellow artists like Hyce-age, Coker, Millie, and Reihnard while part of a music label. His breakthrough came in 2016 with the hit single "Miracle," produced by CKay and featuring Lil Kesh, which earned him recognition.

On December 21, 2016, Dice Ailes had a notable performance at the "Beat FM Xmas Concert" in Lagos, sharing the stage with big names like WSTRN, Krept and Konan, Migos, and Lil Kesh.

When asked about his music style in an interview with Tush Magazine, Dice Ailes described it as "Afro-pop RnB," highlighting his versatility that evolved from rap to a blend of Afro-pop and RnB.

In 2018, he addressed misconceptions about his song "Otedola," clarifying that it wasn't intended for financial gain from billionaire Femi Otedola or to establish connections with his family. The song, he explained, was a creative expression and a source of fun. Interestingly, after its release, he got the chance to meet Otedola, who generously supported him, leading to a genuine connection with the family.

In 2020, Dice Ailes faced criticism for not speaking out on the prevalent rape issue in Nigeria. Responding to the criticism, he mentioned that he is not Nigerian, sparking controversy on Twitter with disappointed fans expressing their disapproval.

Notable Songs

1. Ella

2. Alakori

3. Pim Pim

4. MONEY DANCE

5. Hold Me

6. Miracle

7. Otedola

8. Rosalia

9. Pray As You Go

10. Zombie

11. Leftside

12. Ginika

13. Dicey

14. Mr Biggs

15. Enough

16. Telephone

17. Monica

18. Olohungbo

19. Melody

20. 080

21. Hasta el Piso

22. Que Sera

23. Is It Your Money?

24. Controlla

25. Machinery

26. Your Father

27. Reserve

28. Bombay

29. Pressure

30. Fantasy

31. Happy

32. Like A Woman

Awards and Nominations

Dice Ailes has received nominations at various awards, including a nomination for Rookie of the Year at The Headies 2016 and the Next Rated category in 2018. His talent and impact have been acknowledged by the music industry.

Net Worth

With a verified source estimating his net worth at $300,000, Dice Ailes has achieved financial success in his career. 

Social Media

Stay updated on Dice Ailes' endeavors by following him on Instagram at @Dice_ailes