Remmy Ongala

Remmy Ongala

musician Tanzania

Remmy Ongala was a renowned Tanzanian musician known for his vibrant music that often celebrated the lives and struggles of ordinary people, including drivers and domestic workers. His songs, rich with cultural references and social commentary, resonated with many and highlighted the importance of recognizing the contributions of everyday individuals to society. Ongala’s work aimed to uplift and motivate those in less visible jobs, advocating for their dignity and acknowledgment within the community.

Born on Jun 22, 1947 (78 years old)

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Tanzania Tanzania: Remmy Ongala's Kifo became an emotional mirror of Tanzanian society, tackling life and dignity. 8

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The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: The sonic river: How Congolese rumba became East Africa’s most enduring sound

Tanzania Tanzania: Remmy Ongala was a Tanzanian icon who shaped a musical voice that fused soukous rhythms with socially conscious lyrics. 8

Wilson Kinyonga George Kinyonga John Ngereza Omar Shabani Tommy Malanga Thomas Mwamba Mbaraka Mwinshehe Mzee Makassy
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Les Wanyika and the great musical exodus: How Tanzanian talent shaped Kenya’s golden era of rumba

Tanzania Tanzania: Remmy Ongala is known for singing a song that praises all drivers in Tanzania. 9

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Mwananchi: Dada wa kazi apewe maua yake