Barnaba Classic, born Elias Barnabas Inyasi on August 8, 1990, in Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, is a prominent Tanzanian singer, songwriter, and performer known for his contributions to Bongo Flava, Afro-pop, and Afrobeats music genres.
| Full Name | Elias Barnabas Inyasi |
|---|---|
| Birth Date | 1990-08-08 (Age: 34) |
| Nationality | Tanzanian |
| Occupation | Singer, Songwriter, Music Producer |
| Net Worth | Approximately $114,000 |
| Social Media | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | X (Twitter) |
Career Highlights:
- Musical Beginnings: Barnaba’s musical journey began at the age of 8, influenced by his mother, Maria A. Aloyce, a choir mistress, and his father, Barnaba E Lyakulu, a guitarist and pastor.
- Professional Debut: In 2007, he gained widespread recognition with his hit single “Baby I Love You.”
- Notable Works: In 2022, Barnaba released his acclaimed album “Love Sounds Different,” featuring collaborations with prominent East African artists such as Diamond Platnumz, Jux, Alikiba, Nandy, Marioo, Rayvanny, Young Lunya, Mbosso, Khaligraph Jones, Jay Melody, and others.
Awards and Recognition:
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- Barnaba has been honored with several awards, including:
- 2011 Tanzania Music Award: Best Zouk/Rhumba Song for “Nabembelezwa.”
- 2012 Tanzania Music Award: Best Male Artist.
- Barnaba has been honored with several awards, including:
