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Héritier Watanabe

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Héritier Bondongo Kabeya, renowned as Héritier Watanabe, is a versatile Congolese artist hailing from Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. With a musical journey that started at the tender age of 10, he embraced the spotlight as a singer-songwriter and mesmerizing dancer. Notably, he graced the stage as a member of Wenge Musica Maison Mère from 2001 to 2015, a chapter he eventually bid farewell to, choosing a fresh path under the wings of Obouo Music Label, led by David Monsoh. In July 2016, he released his debut single, "B.M," which was followed by his inaugural album "Carrière d'honneur - Retirada" in November 2016, solidifying his presence in the music scene.

Discography

Albums⁵

Chemin de la gloire2024 • AlbumTracks: 18

Carrière d Honneur Retirada, Vol 12021 • AlbumTracks: 9

Tout Simplement Moi2021 • AlbumTracks: 14

Carrière d Honneur Retirada, Vol 22016 • AlbumTracks: 11

Concert au Palais de la Culture AbidjanNaN • AlbumTracks: 7

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