We Gist Lara

The artist of the week: Lara George!!! Lara was born in Lagos, Nigeria into a family of seven; she is the fourth child of Mr. and Mrs. Oluwole Bajomo. She began her musical career in alma mater school choir at

Queens’ College. Yaba Lagos. Lara was first given the opportunity to take a lead role in a song. Years later, Lara has transformed into the professional whose inspirational style of delivery has helped define the new sound and direction of Nigerian Gospel Music. While studying Architecture at the University of Lagos Akoka, She joined the fellowship music team on campus, where she met Ty, Emem, and Dapo.

The bond tightened, and they formed a group called KUSH. The influence of western and homeland tunes in their upbeat sound overwhelmed the populace, grew their fan base, and earned them huge accolades and achievements. The group, KUSH however, eventually split up. In spite of all the challenges encountered in the music industry and after a 2-year break from the scene.

Lara George re-launched her music career with a solo debut Album titled ‘Forever in My heart’ with Hit Single “Ijoba Orun’. The much-celebrated album earned Lara several nominations and awards such as ‘Voice of the Year 2008’ Nigeria Music Awards, as well as ‘Song of the Year’ and ‘Female Artiste of the Year’, Nigeria Gospel Music Awards 2009 . As a singer, Lara’s music is inspirational. Her soulful music has inspired and changed a great number of lives. Also, as a songwriter, Lara draws from all her experiences in life and the challenges she has encountered and conquered. She said, “I could wakeup in the middle of the night with a tune in my head, and not until I have expressed my thoughts with the tune will I return to sleep. At present, Lara George remains one of the most respected Gospel Artist in Nigeria.

Lara George is happily married to Gbenga George who is a legal practitioner and a music entrepreneur, and they both have a son - Adeoba Alexander George.......So we say......Lara Ride On in God's Glory.