Gaz Mawete

About

Congolese singer-songwriter and dancer known for his 2018 viral song "Olingi Nini." His music is a mix of afro-beats, hip hop and Congolese rumba. In 2017, he won and was crowned best star by Vodacom Best of the Best All Star. He signed a contract with Bomaye Musik and produced the song "Paulina." He was nominated for several Afrima awards and in 2020, won the award for Video of the Year. 

Before Fame

He is the youngest in a family of 7 children. In 2011, he was a contestant on the Vodacom Congo super-hook-up TV season 2. In 2013, he released his first single "Tupendana." It was followed by "Chérie à dit" and "Lisolo." 

Trivia

In 2016, he auditioned for The Voice Afrique Francophone, but was eliminated in the blind audition. His gazmawete TikTok account has 1.7 million followers. He posts videos from when he is on tour, as well as making stitches and duets with other users. He plays the guitar. 

Family Life

He has two sisters and five brothers. 

Associated With

He collaborated with Dadju on the latter's album for a song titled "Mwasi Ya Congo." He performed a concert with Naza in Paris.