Mugeez, born Rashid Abdul Mugeez in Bimbila, Ghana, is a talented singer and songwriter known for his work in the influential Afrobeat/Hiplife duo R2Bees. Alongside his cousin Omar Sterling, he formed R2Bees in 2007 and their album Site 15 reached the top 10 on the Billboard Chart in 2019. Mugeez has collaborated with artists like Ed Sheeran and founded his own record label, Extrial Music, in 2019 to support his solo projects and upcoming artists.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Rashid Abdul Mugeez |
| Date Of Birth: | January 22, 1990 |
| Place Of Birth: | Bimbila, Ghana |
| Nationality: | Ghanaian |
| Occupation(s): | Singer , Songwriter |
| Labels: | Extrial Music |
| Net Worth: | $1.2 million |
Early Life
Growing up, Rashid Abdul Mugeez fell in love with rap music during his school days. This passion eventually led him and his cousin to join forces and create the dynamic duo R2Bees in 2007.
Career
Their debut album, Da Revolution, was released in 2009, followed by Da Revolution II in 2012. The duo’s talent was recognized with a nomination for Best International Act at the 2013 BET Awards.
Over the years, Mugeez also pursued solo projects, collaborating with artists like Criss Waddle, Mr. Eazi, and DJ Breezy. In 2017, he garnered attention for his feature on Fuse ODG’s hit single “Boa Me,” alongside global star Ed Sheeran.
The cousins shared a close bond, living together and attending the same schools in Tema. Their early start in school music contests and victories in radio competitions like Kasahare helped them build a strong fan base within their community.
Establishing themselves as a musical force in Ghana back in 2007, two cousins united to create the dynamic duo R2Bees. Mugeez, the standout vocalist of the pair, collaborated with his cousin Omar Sterling, who takes on the role of rapper and serves as the CEO of R2Bees Entertainment.
Behind the scenes, Joseph Addison, also known as KillBeatz, produces the group’s track, bringing their unique blend of Twi and Ghanaian Pidgin English lyrics to life. Their music is a vibrant fusion of Afrobeat and Hiplife, a quintessentially Ghanaian genre that marries local culture with the rhythms of Hip Hop.
Their monumental album Site 15, featuring notable Afrobeat luminaries such as Wizkid, Burna Boy, King Promise, and Kwesi Arthur, showcased hits like “Over,” “Sunshine,” “Yesterday,” and “My Baby.”
Fuelled by this success, Mugeez embarked on a new journey by establishing his own record label, Extrial Music. This platform not only supports Mugeez’s personal projects but also nurtures budding talent in the industry.
He Launched the label with hit singles like “Regular” alongside Sarkodie and “Your Number” featuring Juls and King Promise, Mugeez is on a mission to uplift the next generation of artists. One of his first signees, Tecknikal, hailing from Ghana, is a testament to Mugeez’s commitment to cultivating fresh talent.
Embracing his solo ventures, Mugeez continued to make waves with collaborations such as “Dripping” alongside DJ Mic Smith and Kwesi Arthur.
His debut solo single, “Chihuahua,” dropped in 2020 to much acclaim, following a pre-release exclusive on Audiomack. Momentum mounting, Mugeez released “Six In Da Morning” on May 8th, 2020, further solidifying his position as a formidable force in the music industry.
Personal Life
Mugeez is known for being a private individual who prefers to keep his personal life out of the public eye, focusing instead on his music career and collaborations within the industry.
Mugeez Net Worth
Mugeez’s net worth is estimated to be around $1.2 million. He has achieved success through his music career, collaborations, and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Discography
Mugeez’s songs as a solo Artist:
- Chihuahua
- Six In Da Morning
- Dripping
- Bounce it
- Sexy Sexy
Mugeez’s songs as R2Bees duo:
- Site 15
- Slow Down
- Yawa Girl
- Plantain Chips
- Tonight
- Beautiful
- Lobi
- Walahi
- Ajeii
- Sunshine
These are just a few examples of the music Mugeez and R2Bees have released.