Rayvanny, Born Raymond Shaban Mwakyusa is a Tanzanian musician, songwriter, and recording artist celebrated for his contributions to Bongo Flava and Afro-pop music. Born on August 22, 1993, in Nzovwe, Mbeya Region, Tanzania, he has become a prominent figure in East African music.
| Full Name | Raymond Shaban Mwakyusa |
|---|---|
| Birth Date | 1993-08-22 (Age: 31) |
| Nationality | Tanzanian |
| Occupation | Musician, Songwriter. Entrepreneur |
| Social Media | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | X (Twitter) |
Breakthrough Song: Rayvanny gained widespread recognition with his 2016 hit “Kwetu,” which introduced him to a global audience.
Record Label: In 2015, he signed with WCB Wasafi Records, managed by Diamond Platnumz. In July 2022, Rayvanny departed from WCB Wasafi to focus on his own label, Next Level Music, which he founded in 2021.
International Collaborations: In November 2021, Rayvanny collaborated with Colombian singer Maluma on the song “Mama Tetema,” which was featured on Maluma’s album “Don Juan” released in May 2023. This collaboration earned Rayvanny a Grammy nomination in the Best Latin Pop Album category.
BET Awards: In 2017, Rayvanny won the International Viewers’ Choice Award at the BET Awards.
Afrimma Awards: In 2022, he was honored with the Best Male East Africa award at the Afrimma Awards.
Rayvanny continues to release music under his label, Next Level Music, and remains a significant influence in the East African music scene.
