Chiedu Oraka to perform at Music Matters Live in Singapore

Rapper Chiedu Oraka will perform as the sole United Kingdom artist at Music Matters Live in Singapore, bringing his North Hull estate background to an international stage. Oraka, who previously supported Coldplay during the band’s Hull concert, stated that his international appearance proves the resilience and talent of his home city, bbc.com reported.

From North Hull Council Estate to Singapore Stages

Oraka described his upcoming performance in Singapore as an unexpected milestone stemming from his working-class upbringing. “How is a rapper from North Hull rapping in Singapore? That doesn’t even feel right and normal,” he told bbc.com. The artist emphasized that his music reflects determination, perseverance, and the reality of growing up on a council estate without taking no for an answer.

Rather than adopting musical styles from other regions, Oraka maintained his broad North Hull accent throughout his career. He noted that early in his local scene, peers experimented with London or American accents, but his home city would not tolerate any persona other than his authentic local voice. To fund the journey to Singapore, Oraka secured support from the PRS Foundation and the International Showcase Fund.

Chris Martin Invites Oraka to Open World Tour Stop

The artist’s international booking follows a high-profile support slot in August 2025, when Coldplay frontman Chris Martin personally phoned Oraka to invite him to open for the band’s Music of the Spheres world tour stop in Hull in front of 25,000 people. Oraka recalled that experience as the two best days of his life, adding that Martin remains a genuine figure who stays in touch via text message.

Alongside his musical pursuits, Oraka champions local institutions such as The Deep, The Polar Bear, and The Adelphi, while also planning to wear Hull City football club colors on stage. He acknowledged the strong backing he receives from local residents who request photos and offer constant compliments, noting his gratitude for a level of hometown support that many artists never experience.

I’m just so blessed that I even get to do these things. It’s mad that this is my job.
Chiedu Oraka