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Nadia Mukami

Nadia Mukami (born 9 November 1996) is a Kenyan singer and songwriter[1] known for her hit singles "Si Rahisi", and "Radio Love," featuring Arrow Bwoy. She released her debut EP, African Popstar, in October 2020.[2][3] She is the founder of the Kenyan record label "Sevens Creative Hub".[4]

Nadia Mukami
Born (1996-11-09) 9 November 1996 (age 28)
Nairobi, Kenya
GenresAfro-pop
Occupations
  • Singer
  • Songwriter
Instrument
  • Vocals
Years active2017–present
LabelsSevens Creative Hub

Early life and education

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Nadia Mukami was born in Pumwani Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya, on 9 November 1996.[5] She went Kari Mwailu Primary school, completing her primary education in 2009. She then attended Mount Laverna School in Kasarani, Nairobi.[6] Nadia later joined Maseno University, where she pursued a degree in BBA Finance option.[7]

Music career

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Nadia wrote and recorded her first song "Barua Ya Siri," in 2015. Her second song "Kesi," released in 2017, gained popularity and led to performances at festivals such as the Blaze The Nile Festival and The Luo Festival.[1]

In February 2019, Nadia released the song "Radio Love" featuring Arrow Bwoy, which marked her breakthrough. The song received significant attention from the Kenyan media and was played in many radio and TV stations in the region.[8]

In 2019, Nadia parted ways with her management, Hailemind Entertainment.[9][10] That same year, "Radio Love" won two awards at the Pulse Music Video Awards (PMVA).[1] She also represented Kenya at Coke Studio Africa in 2019.[7]

In early 2020, Nadia released "Nitekenye" featuring Kenyan Gengetone musical group "Sailors".[11] Her debut EP was later released in October 2020. The lead single "Jipe" featuring Tanzanian singer Marioo was released in March 2020.[12] The EP featured Khaligraph Jones, Maua Sama, Fena Gitu, DJ Joe Mfalme, Sanaipei Tande, Nigeria's Orezi, Zimbabwe's Tamy Moyo, and Lioness Nam from Namibia. [2] She was also nominated for the HiPipo awards in 2020.[13]

In 2021, Nadia received her first nomination for the MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA).[14][15]

In 2022, after concluding an ostentatious pregnant trip, Nadia Mukami dropped a four-track track EP named "Bundle of Joy" featuring Iyanii, Latinoh, and her better half Arrow Boy. "Worked on the project my whole pregnancy and I poured my heart into it. This project is my favorite piece of art," Mukami shared the expressive significance of the new artwork on her Instagram page.[16]

In 2023, In September of 2023, Nadia Mukami won the title of Best Female Artist in East Africa at the African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMAs), which took place in Dallas, Texas. Her importance in the East African music industry is highlighted by this prize, as she distinguished herself among noteworthy nominees like Zuchu, Maua Sama, Nandy, Fena Gitu, Spice Diana, Hewan Gebrewold, and Nikita Kerieng.[17]

Discography

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Singles

Title Year of Release
Kesi 2017
Si Rahisi 2018
African Lover 2018
Yule Yule 2018
Radio Love ft. Arrow Bwoy 2019
Lola ft. Masauti 2019
Ikamate Hiyo 2019
Maombi[18] 2019
Jipe ft. Marioo[19] 2020
Million Dollar 2020
Tesa ft Khaligraph Jones & Fena Gitu[20] 2020
Zungushie ft. Maua Sama 2020
Dozele ft. Orezi & Joe Mfalme 2020
Criminal Lover 2020
Wangu ft Sanaipei Tande[21] 2020
Kolo ft Otile Brown[22] 2021
Million Dollar (Remix) ft. Lioness Nam & Tamy Moyo 2021

Awards

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Winner, Pulse Music Video Awards, Radio Love "Female Video of the Year" (2019)[23]

Nominee, HiPipo Awards, Radio Love "Best Kenyan Act" (2020)[13]

Nominee, MTV Africa Music Awards, "Best Fanbase Award" (2021)[15]

Winner, Zuri Awards, Finance Category (2021)[24]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Biography: Nadia Mukami". Pulse Live Kenya. 9 February 2021. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  2. ^ a b Kavii, Felix. "Songbird Nadia Mukami set to release new EP dubbed 'African Popstar'". Standard Entertainment and Lifestyle. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  3. ^ Ngigi, Elizabeth. "Nadia Mukami releases 'African Popstar' EP". The Star. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  4. ^ Milimo, Dennis (20 January 2022). "Nadia Mukami set to introduce first artiste under own record label". Pulselive Kenya. Retrieved 27 April 2022.
  5. ^ "Nadia Mukami Biography". hashtagsquare.co.ke. Archived from the original on 1 March 2021.
  6. ^ "Nadia Mukami biography: Everything you need to know of the popular musician". 20 July 2020.
  7. ^ a b Milimo, Dennis (9 February 2021). "Biography: Nadia Mukami". Pulselive Kenya. Retrieved 18 November 2021.
  8. ^ Osoro, William. "Nadia Mukami answers the internet's most asked questions about her". Nadia Mukami answers the internet's most asked questions about her. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  9. ^ "Fast-rising artiste Nadia Mukami parts ways with her Management". Pulse Live Kenya. 20 March 2019. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  10. ^ Mwarua, Douglas (18 March 2019). "Sensational Kenyan songstress Nadia Mukami parts ways with management". Tuko.co.ke – Kenya news. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  11. ^ "Nadia Mukami – NRG.RADIO". Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  12. ^ Kingsley, David (19 March 2020). "Nadia Mukami enlists Tanzania's Marioo on 'Jipe' (Video)". Ghafla! Kenya. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  13. ^ a b Musyimi, Elizabeth. "Nadia Mukami nominated for HiPipo awards". The Star. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  14. ^ "Nadia Mukami to battle Diamond, Fally Ipupa & Wizkid at MTV Africa Music Awards". Pulse Live Kenya. 13 January 2021. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  15. ^ a b Nzyoka, Mumbua Nzula (14 January 2021). "Nadia Mukami gets nomination from MAMAs 2021". KBC | Kenya's Watching. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  16. ^ https://www.citizen.digital/entertainment/nadia-mukamis-new-bundle-of-joy-n296922
  17. ^ https://www.kenyanvibe.com/nadia-mukami-crowned-best-female-artist-in-east-africa/#:~:text=Kenyan%20musician%20Nadia%20Mukami%20has,and%20Maua%20Sama%20from%20Tanzania.
  18. ^ "NEW VIDEO / Nadia Mukami – MAOMBI / Mp4 Download – MIKATO JUNIOR". www.mikatojunior.com. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  19. ^ "Nadia Mukami ft. Marioo – Jipe | Video & MP3 Download | Notjustok". Latest East African & Bongo Flava Music, Songs & Video – Notjustok. 18 March 2020. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  20. ^ Muendo, Stevens. "Nadia Mukami reveals how she replaced Naiboi with Khaligraph Jones". Nadia Mukami reveals how she replaced Naiboi with Khaligraph Jones. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  21. ^ "Nadia Mukami Drops Highly Anticipated Wangu Music Video". KenyanVibe. 3 November 2020. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  22. ^ "Nadia Mukami Finally Drops Anticipated Collaboration With Otile Brown, Kolo". KenyanVibe. 2 February 2021. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  23. ^ "Pulse Music Video Awards 2019 Winners". KenyanVibe. 6 December 2019. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  24. ^ "Songstress Nadia Mukami wins big at 2021 Zuri Awards (Photos)". Pulse Live Kenya. 5 March 2021. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
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