Rikitu Israel Gabayo
| Gome Riki Tu | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Maqaa dhalootaa: | Rikitu Israel Gabayo | ||
| Guyyaa dhalootaa: | Eebla 14, 1995 | ||
| Bakka dhalootaa: | Naqamtee, Itoophiyaa | ||
| Ogummaa: | Raapperii, weellisaa fi walaleessaa | ||
| Akaakuu: | Sirba Ammayyaa | ||
| Meeshaa: | sagalee | ||
| Bara hojjate: | 2020 - ammaa | ||
Rikitu Israel Gabayo (Amharic: ጎሜ ሪኪ ቱ ; (born 14 April 1995), known professionally as Gome Riki Tu, is a prominent Ethiopian rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is particularly influential in the Oromo music scene, blending genres such as hip-hop, gangsta rap, drill, and trap music.
Personal life
[gulaali | lakkaddaa gulaali]Rikitu, also known as Gome Riki Tu, was born on 14 April 1995 in Nekemte, located in the Oromia Region of Ethiopia. He was raised in the town of Guliso, where he attended a local public school and completed his education through high school. Gome grew up speaking Afaan Oromo as his first language and is also fluent in Amharic and English.
Career
[gulaali | lakkaddaa gulaali]Gome Riki Tu (Rikitu Israel) began his music career in 2019, with his breakthrough coming in 2020 through the release of his song Qoricha Roorroo. He is known for his powerful lyrics and his dedication to representing Oromo culture and language in his music. Gome Riki Tu released notable singles such as Furgaatuu and Mammagaala in 2022, followed by his album Namaa Gama in 2023. His music often addresses themes related to social justice and personal struggles, making him a voice for young Oromo people. He is also recognized for his collaborations, such as Bada Anaa featuring Gajo Tilahun.