Kalada Samuel Numbere, known professionally as Kaydee Numbere (born September 1, 1985), is a Gospel Recording Artist, songwriter and music producer from the Niger Delta of Nigeria. With a signature sound deeply rooted in the highlife genre, Kaydee Numbere has earned the moniker "Highlife Prophet" for his exceptional ability to infuse highlife elements into any song. His discography showcases a blend of languages, including Chinese, Swahili, and local dialects, alongside traditional instruments such as the maracas and conga.
Kaydee Numbere performs with his band called The Pear Gang who are able to perform 5–6-part harmonies on everyday songs or other songs written by him. This has also earned him the nickname “The Harmony Machine”. He is a highly sort out judge for musical competitions across Nigeria, an elite performer who has also been featured on songs by both national and international artists including Onos Ariyo, Freke Umoh, Jennifer Lewin and Nathaniel Bassey.
Early Life and Education
Kaydee Numbere was born on September 1, 1985 to Apostle Geoffrey Dabibi Numbere (Late) and Pastor Nonyem Eziamaka Numbere. He is the third child of five children. He holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Rivers State University, Nigeria, a masters (MS.c) in International Business & Management from the Bradford School of Management, United Kingdom from University of Bradford, United Kingdom. Also, he is a Certified business analysis professional (CBAP), certified scrum master, a certified IBM P series administrator, has an LST diploma (Live sound Training) from the LST Academy United Kingdom, and a certified AIX Engineer.
Musical Career
Raised in a family of pastors, Kaydee Numbere's musical journey began at the tender age of 5, singing in the church choir. His music is deeply influenced by three pivotal figures he affectionately calls his "musical fathers": Apostle Geoffery Dabibi Numbere (late), Spike Shebra (late), and Fred Hammond.
The third child of Apostle Geoffrey Numbere, he credits his love for highlife to his dad who wrote the famous Nigerian Chorus “oh sing oh sing oh praise the Lord”. His creativity he credits to his mentor, Spike Shebra, a Ghanaian by birth but lived in Nigeria since the late 70’s. Spike Shebra, was the leader of Apostle G. D. Numbere’s gospel band from the early ‘80’s till his retirement in the 90’s. Kaydee Numbere first met him when he was 8 and Spike Shebra began formal mentorship under him at 16. Kaydee demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and was appointed Choir Director for the Teens/Children's Church at just 14. By the age of 15, he was leading the Adult Choir, which consisted of about 150 members. Over the years, he has mentored emerging talents in Nigeria, including Prinx Emmanuel and Sotiee.
Additionally, Fred Hammond has been a lifelong icon and inspiration for Kaydee, shaping his singing style since his teenage years.
Personal Life
Kaydee Numbere resides in Canada with his wife Onyinye Sena Numbere. They have a daughter, Neariah Numbere.