Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, JNino grew up with a visible disability, often feeling like an outsider. Music became his refuge, offering self-expression and solace. Influenced by afrobeats, Hip-Hop, and R&B, JNino was inspired by icons like Lauryn Hill, OutKast, D’Angelo, and Erykah Badu. He developed a love for neo-soul’s fusion of rhythms and offbeat aesthetics. Today, JNino blends his diverse influences to create a "free genre-less experience" that transcends traditional boundaries.