Kamaliza

Kamaliza, whose real name was Annonciata Mutamuliza, was a celebrated Rwandan singer and liberation soldier known for her powerful contributions both to music and her country. She gained her stage name from one of her notable songs, "Kamaliza." During the Rwandan Patriotic Army (RPA) liberation struggle in the early 1990s, she left a secure job in Burundi to join the fight, initially fighting on the frontlines before shifting to fundraising efforts. Her music, including beloved tracks like "Kunda Ugukunda," "Humura Rwanda," and "Umutoni," remains iconic in Rwanda, often performed at weddings and concerts. Sadly, Kamaliza's life was cut short in 1994 when she died in a car accident while still serving in the army.

There is also a contemporary Australian-born artist named Kamaliza Salamba who specializes in house music and is known for his work with the project Night Tales, a collaboration blending emotive songwriting with electronic sounds. Additionally, an American R&B singer named Kamaliza from Los Angeles has gained recognition for his smooth vocal style and collaborations with producers like Cabu and Kormak, showcasing his versatility in R&B and house music fusion. However, based on the releases you listed, the Kamaliza with those tracks seems to align most closely with the contemporary R&B and electronic genres described.

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