Soul Muzavazi Musaka, was known professionally as Soul Jah Love/chibaba/chigunduru. (22 November 1989 – 16 February 2021), was a Zimbabwean musician credited as a pioneer of mainstream Zimdancehall.[1][2] He was declared a hero for his contributions to music.[3] Among several hit singles, Soul Jah Love had tracks "Ndini Uya Uya", "Gum-kum" (2012), "Pamamonya Ipapo." (2016)[4] Posthumous work included "Ndichafa Rinhi" (2021).[5] He also won numerous ZIMA, NAMA awards for "Ndini Uya Uya", "Gum-kum" (2012), "Pamamonya Ipapo." (2016). "Ndini Uya Uya", "Gum-kum" (2012), "Pamamonya Ipapo." (2016) were the first major hits that brought the late Soul Jah Love international recognition in Dancehall. He was widely referred to as "Chibaba".
Soul Jah Love | |
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| Born | Soul Muzavazi Musaka 22 November 1989 |
| Died | 16 February 2021 (aged 31) Harare, Zimbabwe |
| Resting place | Warren Hills Cemetery |
| Spouse | none |
| Children | none |
| Musical career | |
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| Occupations |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2000s–2021 |
Death
editSoul Jah Love died at the age of 31 after succumbing to diabetes upon arrival at Mbuya Dorcus Hospital, which was diagnosed when he was seven years old.[6][7][2] Due to his impact on the youths, helping fight against drug abuse by using his voice and talent, he was named a provincial hero. He was laid to rest at Warren Hills Cemetery in Harare where he received a military ovation send off.[8] Leading to his death, Soul Jah Love had been in the spotlight due to his latest released songs which spoke of depression, loneliness among others.
References
edit- ^ "Soul Jah Love: A rebel with a cause". The Sunday Mail. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
- ^ a b "Soul Jah Love's music was relatable, it spoke to us . . . Zimbos mourn mwana waSthembeni". The Chronicle. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
- ^ "JUST IN: Huge send off for Soul Jah Love King of Zim dancehall". The Herald. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
- ^ "Souljah Love's moment of truth". The Sunday News. Retrieved 17 February 2021.
- ^ Nyavaya, Kennedy (21 February 2021). "Zimbabwe: Soul Jah Love Laid to Rest". allAfrica.com. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
- ^ "BREAKING: Soul Jah Love dies". The Chronicle. Retrieved 17 February 2021.
- ^ "Hitmaker Soul Jah Love Dies". ZimDaily. 16 February 2021. Retrieved 17 February 2021.
- ^ "Soul Jah Love Burial: Mourners Leave a Trail of Destruction at Warren Hills". 21 February 2021.
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