Maua Sama
{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Maua Sama
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1990|08|27}}
| birth_place = Tanzania
| origin = Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
| genre = Bongo Flava
| occupation = Musician, Songwriter, Actress, Singer
| instrument = Vocal
| years_active = 2013-Present
}}
Maua Sama (born August 27, 1990) is a Tanzanian singer and songwriter. She is known for her song "Iokote" (2018).{{Cite web |date=2022-11-18 |title=Maua Sama |url=https://www.musicinafrica.net/directory/maua-sama |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=Music In Africa |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Godson |first=Asiama |date=2021-07-01 |title=Maua Sama Biography, Videos, Booking |url=https://profileability.com/maua-sama/ |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=ProfileAbility |language=en-GB}}{{Cite web |date=2021-02-12 |title=Maua Sama: Nilipowekwa mahabusu, familia yangu haikutaka nijihusishe na muziki |url=https://www.mwananchi.co.tz/mw/burudani/maua-sama-nilipowekwa-mahabusu-familia-yangu-haikutaka-nijihusishe-na-muziki-2986372 |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=Mwananchi |language=en}}
Early life and education
Maua Sama was born on August 27, 1990, in Tanzania. She completed her studies before launching her professional music career.{{Cite web |date=2021-02-24 |title=Mashindano ya Urembo yalivyofungua nyota ya Maua Sama |url=https://www.mwananchi.co.tz/mw/habari/kitaifa/mashindano-ya-urembo-yalivyofungua-nyota-ya-maua-sama-2926174 |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=Mwananchi |language=en}}
Career
Maua Sama began her career in 2013 after being discovered by Tanzanian rapper and politician Mwana FA. They collaborated on the song "So Crazy" later that year. "So Crazy" was first recorded by Maua Sama, produced by and featured local artists from her home town Moshi, Kilimanjaro and later it was re-recorded and featured Mwana FA. In 2015, she released her debut single, "Let Me Know," which introduced her to the wider Tanzanian audience.{{Cite web |title=Maua Sama Biography; Life, Career, Relationship, Net worth ⚜ Latest music news online |url=https://mdundo.com/news/17549 |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=mdundo.com |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Maua Sama Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More {{!}}... |url=https://www.allmusic.com/artist/maua-sama-mn0003965987#biography |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=AllMusic |language=en}} Tanzanian's The Citizens published about Maua's debut album which never come to life as of 2024.{{Cite web |date=2023-01-20 |title=Maua Sama reveals release date, title of her new album |url=https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/entertainment/maua-sama-reveals-release-date-title-of-her-new-album-4093008 |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=The Citizen |language=en}}
= Breakthrough =
Maua Sama achieved recognition with the release of her hit single "Iokote" in 2018, featuring Hanstone.{{Cite web |title=Maua Sama Sets New Record in Tanzania ⚜ Latest music news online |url=https://mdundo.com/news/21522 |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=mdundo.com |language=en}} That year, Maua was nominated for the Best Female Award at the Soundcity MVP Awards.
= 2022-present and Cinema EP =
In 2022, Maua Sama released her 7-track EP Cinema, which delves into themes of love, vulnerability, and personal expression, and features collaborations with Tanzanian artists Ali Kiba and Jux. The project was well-received for its rich blend of Afrobeat, R&B, and Bongo Flava elements, and Maua's introspective songwriting.{{Cite web |last=Hafare |first=Morris |date=2023-03-22 |title=Female Artist of the Week: Maua Sama |url=https://www.mdundoforartists.com/post/female-artist-of-the-week-maua-sama |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=Mdundoforartists |language=en}}
Musical style and influences
Maua Sama's music combines elements of Afrobeat, R&B, and Tanzanian Bongo Flava.{{Cite web |date=2021-03-29 |title=Maua Sama the toast of Tigo Fiesta Moshi |url=https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/entertainment/maua-sama-the-toast-of-tigo-fiesta-moshi-2659240 |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=The Citizen |language=en}}
Discography
- So Crazy (2013, with Mwana FA)
- Let Me Know (2015)
- Iokote (2018, featuring Hanstone)
- Cinema EP (2022){{Cite web |date=2022-05-27 |title=What Tems' global success means for women in African music |url=https://theface.com/music/tems-future-drake-women-african-artists-davido-burna-boy-asaaka-afropop-amapiano-olamide |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=The Face |language=en-gb}}
Awards and nominations
Best Female Award Nominee – Soundcity MVP Awards (2018){{Cite web |last=Soundcity |date=2019-01-06 |title=Soundcity MVP Awards Festival 2019 - Complete Winners' List + Photos |url=https://soundcity.tv/soundcity-mvp-awards-festival-2019-complete-winners-list/ |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=Soundcity |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |title=Full list of winners at the 2019 SOUNDCITY MVP awards |url=https://www.premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/music/304307-full-list-of-winners-at-the-2019-soundcity-mvp-awards.html |access-date=2024-09-29 |website=Premium Times NG}}
References
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