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The name "Bongo" in Bongo Flava comes from Kiswahili usually meaning brains, intelligence, cleverness. [5] Bongo is the augmentative form of Ubongo, a Swahili word for Brain. [6] Flava is a Swahili term for Flavour. [6] Bongo is a term which was originally used to refer the Tanzanian city of Dar es Salaam. [5]
He is the most successful bongo flava musician in Tanzania from Mbeya region. His songs are mainly in Swahili. He is also the founder and CEO of Next Level Music. [3] Rayvanny is best known by his song "Kwetu", which introduced him to the world. Rayvanny was mentioned by MTV Base among "Acts To Look Out For" in 2017. [4]
While many scholars and journalists use Bongo Flava and Hip Hop interchangeably, distinctions are made by many Bongo Flava and Hip Hop artists. [9] [10] Bongo flava borrows from Tanzanian hip hop, with fast rhythms and rhymes in Swahili. The name "Bongo Flava" comes from the Swahili word for brains: ubongo. Bongo is the nickname of Dar es Salaam.
The music video for "Waah", directed by Kenny, was nominated for "Best African Video" at the 2021 All Africa Music Awards. [10] [11] With over 100 Million views on YouTube, Waah is one of the most watched Tanzanian music videos on YouTube. [12] [13] Countries of artists Diamond Platnumz has released official songs with
Alikiba, was fascinated by music and dance since childhood, began his music career after his 12th exam in 2004. His debut song, "Maria," showcased his talent and made him one of the most promising talents in Tanzania at the time. [16] In 2005, he chose music over a soccer offer from the Ugandan team, focusing on singing and composing. [17]
Marioo went on to release other successful Bongo Flava singles such as Raha, Inatosha, Asante, For You, Anyinya, Chibonge, Ya Uchungu and many others. [5] In 2020, Marioo released his smash hit Mama Amina, which was an Amapiano song infused with some elements of Bongo Flava. The song was marked number 11 on the list of best Tanzanian songs of ...
Ambwene Allen Yessayah (born 5 July 1982), better known by his stage name A.Y., is a Tanzanian bongo flava artist of Makonde heritage. He was born in Mtwara , Mtwara Region , Tanzania . He began his career with the group S.O.G. in 1996.
Rajab Abdul Kahali, also known by his stage name Harmonize, is a Tanzanian Bongo Flava recording artist, and entrepreneur. [1] harmonize dream was to play football. He says this in his song called matatizo Throughout his career, Harmonize has worked with many other African musicians, including Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Ruger, Sarkodie and Naira ...