Poco Lee is a Nigerian online sensation, accomplished dancer, and choreographer. His distinctive dance routines are what render him most celebrated, and he has collaborated with prominent figures in Nigerian music, such as RunTown, Davido, and Wizkid. He shares clips of his remarkable dance moves on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where he boasts a considerable following.
Childhood and Early Life
Poco Lee (Iweh Pascal Odinaka) came into the world on 21 October 1996 (25) in the Orlu LGA of Imo State, a region predominantly inhabited by the Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria.
The dancer attended Okokomaiko Nigerian Navy Primary School in Ojo. He later completed his secondary studies at Command Day Secondary School located in Ojo Barracks, Lagos State. He then pursued microbiology at Lagos State University (LASU), where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in December 2019.
His passion for dancing emerged at a tender age. At six years old, he began learning dance styles from his father. As he matured, his skills flourished, and he rapidly became one of Nigeria’s most sought-after dancers.
Career
His professional journey commenced in 2012 with a feature in the music video for ‘Shoki’ by Lil Kesh. Since that time, he has appeared in numerous music videos alongside Nigeria’s leading artists like Wizkid and Davido.
Poco Lee has gained recognition as a prominent social media figure and a professional dancer. He boasts over 1 million followers on TikTok and more than 5 million followers on Instagram. His extensive fan base is due to the many videos showcasing his creative dance routines that he regularly posts on both platforms. Additionally, he often collaborates with other renowned social media personalities to produce captivating content for his audience.
Partnerships/Collaborations
Poco Lee has teamed up with many of the biggest names in Nigerian music, such as RunTown, Davido, and Wizkid. One of his most notable collaborations was with Wizkid on the track “Ginger,” which gained immense popularity in Nigeria.
He has also made appearances in the music videos of several songs including: Killin’ Dem by Zlatan Ibile featuring Burna Boy Am I A Yahoo Boy? by Naira Marley Oyi by 2Baba featuring H Idibia Poco Lee’s tracks He has moreover partnered with various musicians to release songs.
Some of his tracks include: ZaZoo Zehh – featuring Portable and Olamide YARD – featuring Bella Shmurda, Black Sherif, and Alpha P Poco Dance – featuring Papayan I can Dance – featuring Rexxie
What is Poco Lee’s net worth?
His net worth is approximated to be $100,000 according to NAIJATAB However, this detail is not from a verified source.
Is Poco Lee married?
The dancer is currently unmarried. Nevertheless, he is in a relationship with his long-time girlfriend, Amaka.
Awards
Throughout his career, Poco Lee has garnered multiple accolades, including the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award for Best Choreography in 2020 and the Nigerian Entertainment Award for Best Dance Video of the Year in 2017.
