Ireoluwa-Anike Dees, known professionally as Anike (formerly Wande), is a Nigerian-American rapper, actress, and former journalist. She was born on 4 March, 1996, in Nigeria, and later raised in Austin, Texas, United States. Anike is celebrated as a trailblazer in Christian music, recognized as the first female rapper to achieve major commercial success in the genre.
Anike is signed to Reach Records, a prominent independent label specializing in Christian hip-hop. She has a unique style that blends hip-hop, R&B, and pop, and has been featured on Grammy-nominated projects and Billboard’s #1 albums. Beyond music, she uses her platform for engaging life talks and comedic content, impacting audiences through various media.