Sha Sha (singer)

Charmaine Shamiso "Sha Sha" Mpambiro[1] (born 13 July 1994),[2] is a Zimbabwean singer from Mutare.[3] Hailed by many as "the queen of amapiano",[4][5][6][7][8] she gained popularity for her collaborations with South African dance producers such as DJ Maphorisa and Kabza de Small.[6] She was awarded Best New International Act at the 2020 BET Awards.[9]

Sha Sha
Birth nameCharmaine Shamiso Mapimbiro
Born (1994-06-13) 13 June 1994
Mutare, Zimbabwe
GenresAmapiano
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
InstrumentsVocals
Years active2017–present
LabelsBlaqboy
Associated acts

Early life and career

1994–2017: Early years and career beginnings

Born in Mutare, Mpambiro moved around Zimbabwe whilst growing up following her parents' separation, often residing with her grandmother or aunts. Her music journey began after joining the choir, subsequently taking vocal and piano lessons as a child.[10][1]

Whilst a teenager, one of Mpambiro's friends helped get one of Zimbabwe's biggest radio stations to play her music. This radio airplay was well-received and caught the attention of singer-songwriter Audius Mtawarira, who eventually became her mentor and helped her with improving her craft.[1] With help from Zimbabwean musician Brian Soko in 2017, the duo were connected with South African musicians such Rouge and Priddy Ugly who featured her on their releases.[10] During this time, Sha Sha also crossed paths with DJ Maphorisa through her cab driver. The two began working on ballads together and, with help from the latter, was able to meet future collaborators Mlindo the Vocalist and Don Laka.[10]

2018–present: Blossom

Sha Sha was signed to DJ Maphorisa's label Blaqboy Music in 2018.[8] After gaining prominence with her vocals on the songs "Akulaleki" by Samthing Soweto, "Nge Thanda Wena" by Mlindo The Vocalist and "We Mama" by Scorpion Kings, Sha Sha released her debut EP, Blossom in 2019.[3]

Discography

Extended plays
  • Blossom (2019)

Awards and nominations
Award Year Recipient(s) and nominee(s) Category Result Ref.
BET Awards 2020 Herself Best New International Act Won [11]
South African Music Awards 2020 "Akulaleki" (with Samthing Soweto, DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small) Record of the Year Nominated [12]
Best Collaboration
Love You Tonight (with MFR Souls, DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small)
"Tender Love" (with DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small)
Herself Rest of Africa Artist

References
  1. Nemasetoni, Dakalo (9 April 2020). "Singer Sha Sha on her rise to fame: "I didn't always know I could sing"". News24. ISSN 1563-5538. Retrieved 29 June 2020.
  2. Sha Sha [@ShaShaOfficial_] (13 July 2016). "It's my birthday yyyeeeyy!!!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  3. Kgobotlo, Boitumelo (6 November 2019). "Sha Sha blossoms with her debut EP". Sunday World. ISSN 1561-123X. Retrieved 4 July 2020. '25-year old'
  4. Ndlovu, Bruce (17 June 2020). "Hail the queen of Amapiano... The rise of Zim's Sha Sha". Sunday News Zimbabwe. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  5. Murimwa, Chengetai (4 July 2020). "Amapiano Queen Sha-Sha says she was suppose to be a nurse". Zimbabwe Voice. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  6. Zwane, Nokuthula (29 June 2020). "Amapiano Queen Sha Sha bags first international award". Sunday World. ISSN 1561-123X. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  7. Tjiya, Emmanuel (30 June 2020). "Sha Sha blown over by prestigious BET award". The Sowetan. ISSN 1016-3697. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  8. Zeeman, Kyle (29 June 2020). "'Taking 'yano to the world'- Zimbabwean amapiano star Sha Sha wins a BET". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  9. Alutho, Mbendeni (29 June 2020). "Sha Sha bags a BET award for best new international act". News24. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  10. Mathebula, Kwanele (15 November 2019). "5 minutes with singer Sha Sha". Bona Magazine. ISSN 0302-7244. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  11. Yoo, Noah (29 June 2020). "BET Awards 2020: The Full Winners List". Pitchfork. ISSN 2574-2183. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  12. "SAMA26 nominations unearth fresh new gems". Mzansi Magic - SAMA26 nominations unearth fresh new gems. 17 July 2020. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
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