Mahriisah

Princess Damaris Makonor, professionally known as Mahriisah, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter born in Lagos, Nigeria. Her love for music started early, inspired by artists like Adele. As a child, she would often perform Adele’s songs for her family before eventually taking her voice to church, where her talent continued to grow. In 2020, Mahriisah made the decision to fully pursue her dream of becoming a singer. She began sharing covers and freestyles on Instagram, quickly capturing attention and earning over 200,000 impressions along with a steadily growing fanbase. Her earliest recordings were created alongside friends and neighbors, using free beats sourced from YouTube, a humble beginning that reflects her passion and determination, even though those songs remain unreleased. Mahriisah is an Afrobeats artist whose sound blends alternative R&B with elements of Afropop, highlife, minimalist R&B, and reggae. Her music is often described as “unraveling,” with lyrics that explore love, memory, and nostalgia in a deeply personal way. Vocally, she draws inspiration from legends such as Whitney Houston and Lauryn Hill, while Rihanna stands out as one of her personal influences. Together, these inspirations help shape a sound that feels both soulful and refreshingly modern.