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Babalwa M
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Participations

18
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59
Songwriter
41
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Bio
Babalwa Mavuso, known as Babalwa M and hailed as the "queen of private school amapiano," is a fast-rising amapiano singer from South Africa. Starting in the church choir, she later explored journalism before making a significant transition to music in 2020. Collaborating with producer Kelvin Momo, they released the EP "Bayeke." Her debut album, "Aluta Continua," released in October 2021, highlights her vibrant vocals, compelling storytelling, and growing influence in the amapiano genre. Backed by unwavering support from her family and an expanding fan base, Babalwa, driven by her passion for storytelling through music, is poised for industry prominence in the near future.
Discography
Albums3
Pisces
Pisces2024 • AlbumTracks: 7
Aluta Continua
Aluta Continua2021 • AlbumTracks: 12
Bayeke
Bayeke2020 • AlbumTracks: 7
Singles2
Maye Maye
Maye Maye2023 • SingleTracks: 1
Emakhosini
Emakhosini2023 • SingleTracks: 1
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