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Ruff Kid
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Ruff Kid, whose real name is Masautso Nkhoma, is a Hip hop/ Rap artist and record label boss from Zambia. The popular Zambian artist says the name is a reflection of his childhood days. Inspired by Tupac Shakur's music, Ruff Kid tolled the music path. In 2004, he had his major break in the music industry with his track, Wekatemwikwa. With over 50 songs to his credit and some controversies, Ruff Kid has received a handful of nominations and one award.
Discography
Albums1
Greatest Hits Collection
Greatest Hits Collection2016 • AlbumTracks: 20
Singles7
Keep on Trying
Keep on Trying2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Wilayivinyola
Wilayivinyola2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Banja family
Banja family2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Mu Ghetto
Mu Ghetto2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Bad Energy (Tommy Diss)
Bad Energy (Tommy Diss)2019 • SingleTracks: 1
Levels
Levels2019 • SingleTracks: 1
Two Wrongs
Two Wrongs2015 • SingleTracks: 1
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Record Label associated with Ruff Kid - past and current.
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