Tewodros Assefa started his career in the 2000s in a musical group Gamo Boys, before quickly establishing himself as a solo singer. From then, he adapted "Teddy Yo" as his stage name. In 2007, he released his breakthrough single titled "Gurage Tone", becoming a major success in the music industry. In 2018, he released
Prisoner, referring to "prisoner of culture" in
hip-hop context. The album has 18 tracks with different beats. His single "Africa" from the 2018 album
Arada, Vol. 2 described as "upbeat, feel-good song about Africa’s culture, struggles, and beauty" The album also features celebrities like the Jungle Crew and reggae star
Jah Lud. Assefa is signed to Hope Music Ethiopia and Nahom Records. On 5 January 2024, he released
Yileyal. == Selected discography ==