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Israel Mbonyi
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Participations

83
Performer
83
Songwriter
60
Producer
7
Arranger
Bio
Israel Mbonyicyambu better known as Israel Mbonyi, is a highly acclaimed gospel artist from Rwanda, widely recognized as a singer-songwriter, performer, and guitarist. From a young age, his deep-rooted passion for music became apparent, leading him to wholeheartedly dedicate himself to it as his lifelong calling. In 2014, Israel made an impressive entry into the music industry with his debut single, "Number One," which paved the way for a promising career trajectory. One of his notable songs, "Baho (Live)," quickly became a sensation online, amassing an enormous number of streams and downloads. Israel's remarkable talent and unwavering dedication resulted in a nomination at the prestigious 2020 African Entertainment Awards USA, further solidifying his name in the East Africa gospel music scene.
Discography
Albums5
Umusirikare
Umusirikare2023 • AlbumTracks: 4
Mbwira
Mbwira2022 • AlbumTracks: 11
Hari Ubuzima
Hari Ubuzima2020 • AlbumTracks: 12
Intashyo
Intashyo2017 • AlbumTracks: 9
Number One
Number One2014 • AlbumTracks: 8
Compilations1
Deluxe
Deluxe2023 • CompilationTracks: 27
Singles14
Uwe Hai - Live
Uwe Hai - Live2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Abiringiye Uwiteka
Abiringiye Uwiteka2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Kaa Nami
Kaa Nami2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Heri Taifa
Heri Taifa2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Yeriko
Yeriko2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Yanitosha
Yanitosha2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Sikiliza
Sikiliza2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Sikiliza
Sikiliza2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Jambo
Jambo2024 • SingleTracks: 1
Jambo
Jambo2023 • SingleTracks: 1
Malengo Ya Mungu
Malengo Ya Mungu2023 • SingleTracks: 1
Amenisamehe
Amenisamehe2023 • SingleTracks: 1
Nita Amini
Nita Amini2023 • SingleTracks: 1
IYO
IYO2021 • SingleTracks: 1
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