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Leslie

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Bio

Leslie Moyo, professionally known as Leslie, is a Malawian Afropop artist. Her musical interest was inspired as a child by listening to Malawian hip hop artist Young Kay. She began her career in the choir group at school, then proceeded to form a band with her childhood friend Gazelle, with whom she released the song "Bwelera." She launched into stardom in 2020 after the release of her hit single "Moyo Wane."

Discography

Albums¹

Nthambi2020 • AlbumTracks: 9

Singles⁵

Wako Wako2022 • SingleTracks: 1

Kalilore2021 • SingleTracks: 1

Bambo A Tereza2020 • SingleTracks: 1

Romeo Na Juliet2018 • SingleTracks: 1

Moyo Wane1920 • SingleTracks: 1

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