Dotar: Where Afro-Fusion Meets Poetic Vulnerability

About Me

I am Dotar, an Afro-fusion artist and storyteller from Imo State, Nigeria. My music is all about weaving soulful emotion and poetic vulnerability into melodies that connect deeply. I use heartfelt lyrics and cinematic soundscapes to capture raw experiences of love, pain, and healing. At the heart of my work is The Realms, a fan community built on truth, reflection, and resilience.

Musical Journey

Born and raised in Aba, Abia State, my musical journey was shaped by rhythm and storytelling. It began in the Catholic Church choir, where I trained as an opera vocalist and discovered music's emotional power. After earning my HND in Nursing, I moved to Abuja in 2023 to fully chase my music dream. That leap of faith became the foundation of my artistry. In 2024, I released my debut single, “Mon Bébé.” My breakthrough came with “Reasons” ft. Kingeorge, an Afro-fusion song about heartbreak that earned over 218 Spotify playlist placements and 10,000+ streams in its first two weeks.

Signature Style

Dotar's sound is best described as Afro-fusion meets soul and poetic storytelling. My music blends emotional honesty with melodic depth, creating experiences that feel both intimate and cinematic. Through expressive lyrics and atmospheric production, I capture real human emotions: love, heartbreak, hope, and self-discovery. My voice carries warmth and vulnerability, allowing listeners to feel every line as if it were their own story.

Notable Achievements

Featured on over 200 Spotify playlists for "Reasons" ft. Kingeorge.

Surpassed 10,000+ streams within the first two weeks of the release of "Reasons."

Built a growing global fan community known as The Realms.

Featured on "FAYA" by HybridTrip, with the track achieving over 20,000 all-time streams across all platforms.

Recognized by fans and music influencers for my emotional authenticity and sonic depth.

Existing Projects

Mon Bébé (Debut Single, 2024)

FAYA – Featured track by HybridTrip ft. Mannie Tseayo, Ogmage & Dotar

Reasons ft. Kingeorge (2025)

Future Plans for My Brand

My upcoming projects are:

"My Mind" (Single, produced by Uncle E, October 30, 2025)

"In My Colours" EP (2026) — a body of work exploring identity, love, pain, and rebirth through sound and visual storytelling.

Influences and Inspirations

I draw inspiration from Burna Boy, SZA, and Adele, as well as my personal experiences and cultural roots. My Nigerian upbringing, spiritual grounding, and emotional honesty infuse my songs with authenticity and depth. Through my artistry, I hope to remind listeners that music can heal, uplift, and connect souls across borders.

Discography

Mon Bébé (Debut Single, 2024)

FAYA – Featured track by HybridTrip ft. Mannie Tseayo, Ogmage & Dotar

Reasons ft. Kingeorge (2025)

Upcoming Projects

I'm excited for what's next! My immediate focus is the single "My Mind," produced by Uncle E, dropping on October 30, 2025. Following that will be my major project, the "In My Colours" EP (2026), a 7-track body of work that delves into themes of identity, love, pain, and rebirth through comprehensive sound and visual storytelling.