Patoranking

Patoranking, real name Patrick Okorie, is an Nigerian reggae artist. He was raised in the city he's currently based, Lagos. After a brief dalliance with reggae/dancehall artist Timaya, with whom he recorded 'Alubarika' (2013), he inked a deal with Foston Music. The deal led into inquiries about the state of his relationship with erstwhile mentor Timaya. It was later revealed that Patoranking never signed a deal with his Timaya's Dem Mama record label.

Self-identified as a conscious dancehall act, Patoranking's video for Girlie O (2014) showed scenes of domestic violence. The song's remix features singer Tiwa Savage. Both remix and original received widespread acceptance, culminating in awards for the singer.

In 2014, he won the Next Rated category at the Headies. His debut album, 'God Over Everything' was released in 2016.