Mercy Chinwo Biography, Marriage, Songs, Awards, Networth

Find out the biography of Mercy Chinwo. Her Marriage, Husband, Songs, Awards, Networth etc.

Here is everything you need to know about Mercy Chinwo.

Who is Mercy Chinwo?

Mercy Chinwo is a multi-talented Nigerian artist. She is a gospel singer, songwriter, comedienne and actress. She became popular after winning the Nigerian Idol Season 2 in 2012.

What is Mercy Chinwo’s Age?

Mercy Chinwo is 31 years old. She was born in September 5, 1990.

Nationality

Chinwo is Igbo. She hails from Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Her Nationality is Nigeria.

Chinwo Mercy Parents and Family

Chinwo Mercy was born into a family of six. She is the first child of her parents.

However, in 2007, death struck and she lost her father. This single event made her to realise the burden ahead and carry responsibilities from a young age.

Religion

Mercy Chinwo is a born-again Christian. She is famous for preaching the gospel through her music.

She also inspires young females through her modest style of dressing. She appears mostly in a simple gown with a matching beret.

Relationship

Mercy Chinwo is engaged to Pastor Blessed Uzorchikwa. He is the resident pastor of WaterBrook Church.

As captured by the media, Mercy Chinwo and Pastor Blessed will be getting married soon. Hopefully, 2022.

Nigerian Idol Season 2 Win

In 2012, Mercy Chinwo decided to audition for Nigerian Idol Season 2. At that time, she was hoping to get admission into the university and further her education.

After convincing the judges to scale through the audition stage of the music competition, Mercy continued to wow the judges and audience of the Nigerian Idol with her performances during the Live shows.

One of the qualities that made her to stand out from other contestants was her personality. Mercy Chinwo has a sweet sonorous voice and a cool but enchanting demeanour.

Interestingly, Mercy Chinwo amassed the lion share of the public votes to beat her closest rival Joe Blue. She was later crowned the winner of the Nigerian Idol Season 2.

Reportedly, she went home with some 4 million cash prize and an SUV car after emerging as the winner of the music competition.

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Mercy Chinwo Career

Soon after her feat on Nigerian Idol, Mercy Chinwo took the Entertainment Industry in Nigeria by storm.

She made her debut as a professional actor in 2013 when she played the role of Lucia in House of Gold— a Ghanaian/Nigerian movie by Yvonne Nelson.

Following her impressive role in the movie, she earned more fame and decided to take on music like never before. Subsequently, she was signed to EeZee Concept Music Label.

In 2015, Mercy released her first single titled Testimony. Later in 2016, she recorded another song called Igwe.

Excess Love became an instant smash hit after its release in 2018. It gained massive reception from music lovers from different parts of the world and resonated for many years.

Since, she has released over fifteen (15) gospel-themed singles and two (2) evergreen albums which Nigerians find very melodic and fascinating.

These songs have been a great source of blessing to Christians all over the world as they are inspiring, soul-lifting and satisfying.

Corollary, her God-given talent and passion have shined more spotlight on her personality over the years.

Below is the complete list of songs by Mercy Chinwo

Check out the the following songs by Mercy Chinwo:

• Testimony (2015)
• Igwe (2016)
• Excess Love (2018)
• Omekanaya (2018)
• No More Pain (2018)
• Chinedum (2018)
• Power Belongs to Jesus (2019)
• Äkamdinelu (2019)
• Oh Jesus! (2019)
• Obinasom (2020)
• Kosi (2020)
• Tasted of your power (2020)
• Na you dey reign(2020)
• Yahweh (2021)
• yahweh (2022)

Mercy Chinwo Albums

So far, Mercy Chinwo has produced 2 albums. They are:

• The Cross My Gaze (2018)
• Satisfied (2020)

Music Influence

Like most Nigerian musicians, Mercy Chinwo had a humble but rich music background in the church choir.

She joined the children’s choir at the age eight and sang with other kids in her church. Years Later she graduated into the Adult Choir before she became the music director in her church.

For her, the church was the training ground where she mastered the art of music before launching into mainstream professional singing.

Before stardom, Mercy Chinwo assisted pro-gospel singers like Joe Praize, Buchi, Sammie Okposo, Preye and Chris Morgan.

Her life would however change forever after winning the Nigerian Idol music competition in 2012.

Awards

Chinwo has received many awards and recognition due to her consistency and incredible outputs.

Here are some of the awards she has received so farm

• Winner, Nigerian Idol Season 2— 2012
• Winner, CLIMAX awards (Gospel Artist of the Year— 2018
• Winner, AGAFEST awards (New Gospel Artist of the Year)— 2019
• Winner, AGAFEST awards (Africa Female Gospel Artist of the Year)— 2019
• Winner, AGAFEST awards (Africa Gospel Song of the Year— “Excess Love”)— 2019
• Winner, AFRIMMA awards (Gospel Artist of the Year)— 2020

Mercy Chinwo Net Worth

Though Mercy Chinwo does not flaunt her wealth, house or cars on social media, she is rich enough to meet her needs.

Reportedly, Mercy Chinwo’s net worth is $900 000.

That is the Biography of Mercy Chinwo

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