In a world where most young artists chase trends, Rightflow is busy chasing truth. Born Marvin Wonodi in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter has become one of the most refreshing voices in Canada’s growing underground hip-hop scene. His music isn’t built on empty bravado or catchy hooks alone; it’s built on raw emotion, unfiltered storytelling, and an honesty that feels both vulnerable and defiant. From the humid streets of Port Harcourt to the calm chill of Prince Edward Island, Rightflow’s journey has been one of self-discovery, survival, and sound.
Rightflow’s story begins like many Nigerian dreamers: surrounded by rhythm but fighting for expression. Growing up in Port Harcourt, where Afrobeats and dancehall dominated the airwaves, rap was often seen as a form of rebellion. Yet, that was exactly what drew him in. Influenced by artists like Juice WRLD, Lil Uzi Vert, and Trippie Redd, Rightflow found solace in hip-hop’s emotional honesty. His first attempt at recording came in 2019 with “Shorty Wanna Die,” a song born out of depression and self-reflection. It wasn’t about fame; it was therapy. In his words, music became “a medium to express sadness and find light again.” That vulnerability would later define his art and connect him to listeners who saw their own pain mirrored in his verses.
After relocating to Canada, Rightflow found himself standing between two worlds: Nigeria’s vibrant musical heritage and Western alternative-rap culture. That duality shaped his sound, never abandoning his roots, but fusing them. The result is a sonic blend that leans heavily on emo-trap, alternative hip-hop, and African emotion. Songs like “Into the Abyss,” “End of Time,” and “Violence” showcase not just his lyrical range but also a maturity that belies his age. In an industry obsessed with noise, Rightflow’s music demands silence; not because it’s quiet, but because it makes listeners stop and think.
Rightflow’s voice does not scream for attention; it commands it. Over the years, he has performed at Canadian festivals such as Flourish Fest and Music PEI, earning a Music PEI Award nomination for his unique contribution to the province’s soundscape. His live performances are raw, unpredictable, and emotional, often leaving audiences speechless. He raps about heartbreak, rejection, and ambition, but beneath it all lies a message of individuality: a call to those who feel out of place in a world obsessed with perfection to know that being a reject isn’t failure, but proof that you’re original.
Behind the music, there lies a mind shaped by reflection. As a psychology graduate from the University of Prince Edward Island, Rightflow approaches songwriting like a study of human emotion. Every beat becomes a heartbeat; every lyric, a thought dissected. His understanding of the human mind permeates his creative process, from the way he constructs melodies to the way he captures the chaos of pain and the beauty of resilience. This psychological depth sets him apart from many of his peers because he doesn’t just rap to people; he raps through them.
As he prepares to release new singles like “Middle of the Night” and “Fake,” Rightflow is proving that he’s not here to blend in, but here to represent a new generation of Nigerian artists: those unafraid to step outside the boundaries of genre, geography, and expectation. His story is still being written, but one thing is certain: from Port Harcourt to Prince Edward Island, the world is beginning to listen. And if his name is any indication, the flow is only getting righter from here.
