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Ray C
Background information
Birth name Rehema Chalamila
Born (1982-05-15) 15 May 1982 (age 43)
Iringa, Tanzania
Origin Iringa
Genres
  • Bongo Flava
  • R&B
Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter
Instruments Vocals
Years active 2001–present

Rehema Chalamila (born on May 15, 1982, in Iringa, Tanzania), is a talented singer known by her stage name Ray C. She is famous for her music, especially a style called Bongo Flava, which is a type of Afro pop.

About Ray C

Early Life and Career

Before becoming a singer, Ray C worked as a radio presenter. She was on a popular radio station called Clouds FM in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This experience helped her connect with many people.

In 2003, she released her very first music album. It was called Mapenzi Yangu. This album marked the start of her successful music career.

Touring the World

Ray C has traveled to many countries to share her music. She has performed in places like Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda in Africa. She has also visited countries far away, such as China, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Her music has reached fans in Australia, Thailand, and India too.

Ray C's Music Albums

Ray C has released several albums during her career. Each album features her unique style of Bongo Flava music.

  • Mapenzi Yangu (released in 2003)
  • Na Wewe Milele (released in 2004)
  • Sogea Sogea (released in 2006)
  • Touch Me (released in 2008)

Awards and Nominations

Ray C's talent has been recognized with many awards and nominations. These honors show how much her music is loved.

Awards Won

  • 2004 Tanzania Music Awards - Best Female Artist
  • 2004 Kisima Music Awards - Female Artist from Uganda & Tanzania
  • 2007 Tanzania Music Awards - Best Female Artist

Awards Nominated For

  • 2006 Pearl of Africa Music Awards - Best Female (Tanzania)
  • 2005 Channel O Music Awards - Best African East
  • 2007 Pearl of Africa Music Awards - Best Female (Tanzania)
  • 2008 Pearl of Africa Music Awards - Best Female (Tanzania)
  • 2011 Tanzania Music Awards - Best Video, Best Song, Best Afro Pop Song and Best Collaboration Song ('Mama Ntilie' with Gelly wa Ryme & AT)
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