Tion Wayne, born Dennis Junior Odunwo on September 1, 1993, in Edmonton, North London, is a British rapper and DJ celebrated for his fusion of hip hop, drill, and Afrobeats. Of Nigerian descent, his parents immigrated to the UK, with his mother working as a nurse and his father as a computer engineer. Tion’s journey into music began in 2010, when he started posting YouTube videos that slowly gained him a dedicated fanbase.
In 2014, he released his debut mixtape Wayne’s World, followed by Wayne’s World Vol. 2 in 2016 and Transition EP in 2017. His big break came in 2019 with a guest feature on NSG’s “Options,” which climbed to number seven on the UK Singles Chart. He solidified his place in the UK music scene with hits like “Keisha & Becky” featuring Russ Millions and “Houdini” with KSI and Swarmz, both of which made it into the UK Top 10.
2021 was a milestone year for Tion Wayne, as his track “Body” with Russ Millions became the first UK drill song to hit number one. His debut album, Green With Envy, released in 2022, further established his position as one of the leading figures in UK music. Beyond his musical success, Tion Wayne has expanded into business ventures, including collaborations with fashion brands and media appearances, cementing his influence in British culture.
