Cralorboi CIC
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Cralorboi CIC | |
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| Birth name | Maurice Tosh Gayflor |
| Also known as | CIC |
| Born | 23 July 1994 Montserrado County, Liberia |
| Genres | HipCo, KoloPop |
| Occupation(s) | Artist, Actor, Songwriter and Businessman |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Labels | Cralor Boi Empire Epiq Entertainment Global[1] |
Maurice Tosh Gayflor (born 23 July 1994), who goes by the stage name Cralorboi CIC, is a Liberian Hipco and Kolopop singer, songwriter, actor and businessman. He was signed to SOG Records Empire between 2016 and 2021, and is known for the singles "Big Papa",[2] "Jon Buttay", "Hello" featuring Joey B, and "Weekend" featuring Iyanya.[3] He has been featured on BBC Radio 1Xtra[4] and was part of One Africa Music Festival's global foundation event for COVID-19 awareness.
Early life
[edit]Cralorboi CIC was born in the township of Brewerville, Montserrado County, and started making music in 2013.[5]
Music career
[edit]In 2018, CIC had his first successful international tour in Australia[6] and become the first Liberian based artist to sell out a show in Melbourne and the third African artist behind Flavour and Bracket to do so. He performed at the Ponobiom Concert alongside Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Samini, and Edem. CIC has also performed with Mr P, Kcee, Iyanya, Kizz Daniel and Tekno. His debut studio album, titled 1994 The Throne, was released in 2019; it features guest appearances from Medikal, Iyanya, Buffalo Souljah, Aramide and MzVee.[7][8][9][10]
Ambassador
[edit]In 2017, CIC was named the brand ambassador of Lonestar Cell.[11]
In December 2023, Cralorboi CIC became a 1xBet ambassador.[12]
Business and acting
[edit]CIC is the owner of Cralorboi Clothing, founder of Cralorboi Empire, and a shareholder in Muscat FC. He starred in the movie Wheel and Deal.
Education
[edit]Cralorboi CIC Graduated with a BBA in management at the African Methodist Episcopal University.[13]
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Organization | Award | Nominated work | Result |
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| 2020 | Liberia Entertainment Awards | Artist of the Year | Won | |
| 2020 | Tunes Liberia | Song of the Year | "Big Papa | Won[14] |
| 2019 | Tunes Liberia | Song of the Year | "Weekend" | Won[15] |
| 2019 | Tunes Liberia | Album of the Year | "1994 The Throne" | Won[15] |
| 2019 | Liberia Music Awards | AfroPop Song of the Year | "Big Papa" | Won[16] |
| 2018 | Liberia Music Awards | Male Artist of the Year | Won[17] | |
| 2018 | Liberia Music Awards | Artist of the Year | Won[17] | |
| 2018 | Tunes Liberia | Artist of the Year | Won[17] | |
| 2018 | Liberia Youth Award | Artist of the Year | Won | |
| 2018 | Liberia Entertainment Award Australia | Artist of the year | Won | |
| 2018 | National Aids Commission | Humanitarian Award | Won | |
| 2017 | Liberia Music Awards | Male Artist | Won | |
| Liberia Music Awards | Best Video | 'Hello | Won[17] | |
| Liberia Music Awards | Collaboration of the Year | "Brother" | Won[17] | |
| Liberia Music Awards | HipCo Artist of the Year | Won | ||
| Tunes Liberia | Afropop Artist of the Year | Won[18] | ||
| Liberian Entertainment Awards | HipCo Artist of the Year | Won |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "SOG Records Feat. CIC x Jaredo & L'Drez - HIGH (Official Video)". Tunesliberia. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "Top 10 Liberian songs of 2019". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "Best African songs of 2018". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "BBC Radio 1Xtra - DJ Edu - Destination Africa, 100% #AfroBoss!". bbc.co.uk. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ Media, Wow News. "WOW NEWS Media". Excellence In Report. Retrieved 2021-09-30.
- ^ "CIC arrives in Australia ahead of first ever International tour". Day Na Break. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "CIC Reveals Meaning of His Debut Album 19ninety4". Liberian Observer. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "Mzvee Records Love Song With Rumoured Liberian Boyfriend CIC, Listen & Download Their Song 'The One' » GhBase•com". ghbase.com. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "Liberian Artist CIC Begins County Tour Ahead of December 15 Concert". The Bush Chicken. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "C.I.C's '1994' album hits number 2 on iTunes World Music Chart". MusicLiberia.com. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "CIC is Lonestar Cell MTN Brand Ambassador". Liberian Observer. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ Dawn, New (2023-12-21). "Liberian Star Artist Cralorboi CIC and 1xBet: We bet on Development and Entertainment!". Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news. Retrieved 2024-01-30.
- ^ "The Liberian Superstar, Cralorboi CIC, goes back to school". Day Na Break. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "TunesLiberia Music Awards 2020: All the winners". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ a b "TunesLiberia Music Awards 2019: Full list of winners". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "Liberia Music Awards 2019: All the winners". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ a b c d e "CIC Sweeps MLMA Awards". Liberian Observer. Retrieved 2020-06-10.
- ^ "Complete list of TunesLiberia Awards Winners ( See photos)". Liberian Stars Views. Retrieved 2020-06-10.