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Jaques Murigande, renowned as Mighty Popo, is a prominent Rwandan musician and educator. His journey began at the tender age of 8, when he first picked up the guitar, setting the stage for a remarkable career. In the early 1990s, he embarked on his professional musical odyssey, ultimately catapulting to fame with his 1997 single, "Agasaza," which enjoyed widespread AirPlay. In 2000, "Dunia Yote," his album, soared to chart-topping heights and reached the 18th spot in Germany. With a repertoire of over 100 compositions, Mighty Popo's impact extends beyond music. He founded the Rwandan School of Creative Arts and Music and the Kigali Music Festival, earning numerous accolades for his music industry contributions. Today, he continues to leave his mark both locally and globally.

Discography

Albums⁵

Gakondo2011 • AlbumTracks: 10

Muhazi2009 • AlbumTracks: 10

Dunia Yote2000 • AlbumTracks: 11

Mighty Popo: Ngagara2000 • AlbumTracks: 11

Tamba1997 • AlbumTracks: 11

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Record Label associated with Mighty Popo - past and current.

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