My Dream to Become Superstar – Kano Hausa Hip-Hop Rapper Prince Mai Adda

Muhammad Khaleepha — known on stage as Prince Mai Adda — is a 23-year-old from Rano Local Government Area in Kano State, an up-and-coming Hausa hip-hop artiste who says he is chasing one thing: stardom.

He made this known in an interview with Kano Times over the weekend. “I want to become a star in the music industry and also be of help to upcoming artists like myself,” he told this paper.

Khaleepha, who holds a National Certificate in Education (NCE), has already recorded more than ten tracks. His style blends Hausa hip-hop with messages about peace and everyday struggles.

“I can do all kinds of songs — dancehall and the kind that preach peace and harmony,” he said.

He traces his journey in music to an early admiration for Lil-Doe, a local rapper who, according to him, opened his eyes to what was possible.

“I have always been passionate about music and was influenced by Lil-Doe. He gave me the confidence to start. I was inspired by his zeal. With the help of my friends and associates, I began recording,” Khaleepha said.

While many young artists in northern Nigeria face opposition from family or community when they take up music, Khaleepha said his case was different.

“I started singing with the permission of my parents, and I wasn’t criticized in any way by them or other people. They only advised me to be careful and focused,” he explained.

In a region where hip-hop is often viewed with suspicion, Khaleepha sees his art as a tool — not just for fame but for expression.

“For me, rap is not just music. It’s where I speak my mind, where I express what I live and what I hope for,” he said.

Whether or not he achieves the fame he dreams of, Prince Mai Adda says he’s determined to stay true to his voice.

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