Basketmouth
About Basketmouth
Bright Okpocha (born 14 September 1978), better known by his stage name Basketmouth, is a Nigerian comedian and actor. Born in Lagos State and originally from Abia State, he completed his education in Apapa, Lagos, before studying Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Benin. He discovered an interest in drumming in 1991 and began rapping in 1994, forming rap groups including Da Psychophats and Da Oddz before transitioning to stand-up comedy. He has organized popular stand-up comedy concerts such as Basketmouth Uncensored across the globe, and in 2005 and 2006 he won the National Comedy Award and the Best Stand-up Comedian of the Year award. He launched the record label Barons World Entertainment in 2014 and released albums including Yabasi (2020) and Horoscope (2022). His film and television work includes the Africa Magic series My Flatmates and the web series Papa Benji, and in 2024 his first feature film A Ghetto Love Story was released.
Videos (710)
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0:31Basketmouth Hype on Standup Africa Live in Belgium
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1:00I swear, the next person that tries to interrupt me won't survive it! It's enough!!
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0:19Wizkid On Basketmouth Lord Of The Ribs
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1:01Cousin Mother.
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2:38Basketmouth, Oiza & Meyi - Lover (Official Audio)
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0:56Rap Battle
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1:40Lord of the Ribs with Basketmouth UK 2018 highlights
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2:43Basketmouth, Falz & Del B - Mushin (Official Audio)
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1:00Men VS Women
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1:50Lords of the Ribs with Basketmouth, 2017 - I GO SAVE
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0:47Lords of The Ribs Teaser
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1:08Basketmouth LORD OF THE RIBS
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2:08Basketmouth Big Friday Show Teaser
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0:22Salvador Live in Lagos
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1:01The Queens speech.
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1:51Basketmouth Do A Freestyle With Cool Dj Jimmy Jatt.
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0:35ETITI (NOW SHOWING ON AFRICA MAGIC SHOWCASE)
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1:53Basketmouth Joins NO HITS CREW To Promote Nigerian Kings Of Comedy US Tour
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0:18Tony Roberts Drop
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0:53I'm not gay.
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1:00He finally ran mad.
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1:03I Go Die No More Sleep!
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0:37Basketmouth In Malaysia
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0:42I Go Save Promotes Nigerian Kings of comedy US Tour
1.4K viewsFrequently asked questions
What is Basketmouth's real name?
Basketmouth is the stage name of Bright Okpocha, a Nigerian comedian and actor born on 14 September 1978.
Where is Basketmouth from?
Basketmouth was born in Lagos State and is originally from Abia State; he completed his education in Apapa, Lagos, and studied Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Benin.
Was Basketmouth a rapper?
Yes. Basketmouth discovered an interest in drumming in 1991, began rapping in 1994 and formed rap groups including Da Psychophats and Da Oddz before moving to stand-up comedy.
What is Basketmouth Uncensored?
Basketmouth Uncensored is one of the popular stand-up comedy concerts Basketmouth has organized across the globe.
What awards has Basketmouth won?
In 2005 and 2006 Basketmouth won the National Comedy Award and the Best Stand-up Comedian of the Year award.
Does Basketmouth have a record label?
Yes. Basketmouth launched the record label Barons World Entertainment in 2014 and has released albums including Yabasi (2020) and Horoscope (2022).
Which films and series has Basketmouth made?
Basketmouth's screen work includes the Africa Magic series My Flatmates and the web series Papa Benji, and his first feature film, A Ghetto Love Story, was released in 2024.
