Shilole facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Shilole
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Zena Yusufu Mohammed |
| Born | 20 December 1987 (age 37) Igunga, Tanzania |
| Genres | R&B, Bongo Flava, Zouk, Afro Beat |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, actress, songwriter |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Labels | Independent |
Zena Yusuf Mohammed (born December 20, 1987), who is famous by her stage name Shilole, is a popular musician and actress from Tanzania. She is known for her music in styles like R&B, Zouk, and a modern Tanzanian style called Bongo Flava.
Shilole is seen as one of the top female singers in her country. Her music has been nominated for major awards in Tanzania. She is also very influential and loved by her fans. She was the first female artist in Tanzania to get over one million followers on Instagram. Many people believe she helped make Bongo Flava a popular career choice for new female artists.
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From a Tough Childhood to Stardom
Shilole was born in Igunga, a part of the Tabora region in Tanzania. She was raised by her mother, who sadly passed away when Shilole was young. Growing up was not easy, but Shilole worked very hard to overcome these challenges.
Her story of going from a difficult childhood to becoming a famous artist inspires many people in Tanzania. She has shown that it is possible to achieve your dreams no matter where you start.
Shilole's Music Career
Shilole is a key person in the world of Bongo Flava, which is a mix of American hip hop with traditional Tanzanian music. She has also worked with other artists from different countries, like Mr Camera from South Africa and Selebobo from Nigeria.
Popular Songs
Shilole has released many hit songs over the years. Here are some of them:
- Lawama (2013)
- Dume Dada (2013)
- Paka la Bar (2013)
- Nakomaa na Jiji (2014)
- Chuna Buzi (2014)
- Namchuka (2015)
- Malele (2015)
- Nyang’anyang’a (2016)
- Say My Name (2016)
- Hatutoi Kiki (2016)
- Kigori (2017)
- Mchaka Mchaka (2018)
More Than a Musician
Besides her music, Shilole is also a successful businesswoman and has worked with several big companies.
Business and Brand Work
- Shishi Food: In 2017, Shilole started her own business called Shishi Food. It is a chain of restaurants that serves traditional Swahili food. The restaurants are located in Dar es Salaam and Dodoma, two major cities in Tanzania.
- Brand Ambassador: Because she is so popular, companies ask her to be a "brand ambassador," which means she helps promote their products. In 2018, she became an ambassador for TTCL, a government-owned telephone company.
- Political Involvement: In 2015, Shilole was chosen by Tanzania's ruling party, CCM, to help with their election campaign. She used her popularity to encourage people to vote for the presidential candidate, the late Dr. John Pombe Magufuli, who went on to win the election.
See also
In Spanish: Shilole para niños
