Aslay is a famous Tanzanian musical talent who is very popular in East Africa.
He is a singer-songwriter who specializes in bongo flava, a genre that blends Afrobeats, dancehall, reggae and hip-hop. He began his career as a member of the popular boy band Yamoto Band before going solo in 2017.
Since then, he has released several hit songs and collaborated with some of the biggest names in the African music industry.
He is widely regarded as one of Tanzania’s most talented and influential artists.
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- Full name: Asile Isihaka Nasoro
- Date of Birth: May 6, 1995
- Age: 29
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Nationality: Tanzanian
- Occupation: Singer-songwriter
- Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
- Parents: Mzee Isihaka Nassoro (father) and Mama Chiku (mother)
- Siblings: Nuru (older sister) and Zahara (older sister)
- Spouse: Tehran
- Children: Moza (daughter)
- Relationship Status: Dating
- Net worth: $1 million
Early life and education
Asile, 29, was born in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on May 6, 1995. His father is businessman and politician Mzi Isihaka Nasoro and his mother is housewife Mama Chiku.
He grew up in a middle-class family with two older sisters, Nuru and Zahara. He attended Makumbusho Primary School and Makongo Secondary School in Dar es Salaam, where he showed an early interest in music.
He joined the school choir, participated in various singing competitions, and learned to play guitar and keyboard from his music-loving father.
He was inspired by local and international artists such as Dully Sykes, Mr. Nice, R. Kelly and Michael Jackson. He began writing songs at the age of 15 and recorded his first demo at a local studio.
Personal life
Asile has a chequered love life, with multiple breakups and controversies. He was previously in a relationship with another Tanzanian singer, Nandi, whom he met in 2016.
They had a daughter named Moza in 2017. However, their relationship ended in 2018 amid rumors of infidelity and domestic violence.
Asrai accused Nandi of cheating on him with other men, while Nandi claimed Asrai was abusive and irresponsible.
Both denied the allegations and said their separation was amicable. They also agreed to co-parent their daughter and remain friends.
In 2019, Asile began dating Tehran, a Kenyan model and socialite whom he met through mutual friends. Since then, they have been together and often share their romantic moments on social media. They have also appeared in some of Asile’s music videos, such as “Koko” and “Mhudumu”.
Profession
In 2013, Aslay joined the band Mkubwa na Wanawe (later renamed the band Yamoto), and his career began to take off.
The group consists of four young singers: Aslay, Beka Flavour, Enock Bella and Maromboso, who are guided and managed by veteran music producer and promoter Said Fella.
They released their debut album, Bongo La Biashara, in 2014, which included songs like Nitakupwelepweta, Niseme and Nisambazie Raha.
The album was a huge success, earning them several awards and nominations, and they also performed at various shows and festivals both domestically and internationally.
They became one of the most popular and influential bands in the bongo music scene and were known as the “Kings of Bongo”.
However, in 2017, the group disbanded due to creative and financial differences. Each member decided to pursue solo careers, with Asrae being the first to do so.
In February 2017, he released his first solo single, “Hauna”, which was well received by fans and critics. He subsequently released other singles such as “Natamba”, “Angekuona”, “Nyaku Nyaku” and “Baby”. He has also collaborated with artists such as Diamond Platnumz, Harmonize, Rayvanny, Alikiba and Ommy Dimpoz.
He founded his own record label, Aslay Music, and signed a distribution deal with Universal Music Group.
In 2019, he released his debut solo album, Kipenda Roho, which included 18 songs including “Koko”, “Mhudumu” and “Chuki”. The album was a commercial and critical success, cementing his status as a solo star.
Aslay went on to release more songs and albums such as “Sawa”, “Rudi Darasani” and “Kipenda Roho 2”. He also ventured into other genres such as gospel, reggae and soul.
He has tried different languages like Swahili, English, French and Arabic. He has also expanded his fan base and performed in many countries like Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Malawi, South Africa and Nigeria.
He is also involved in social and humanitarian causes, such as raising awareness and funds for HIV/AIDS, malaria and education. He supports and mentors young and emerging artists through his label and foundation.
Awards
Aslay has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, both as a band member and as a solo artist. Some of these notable awards include:
- Best Male Singer at the 2018 Tanzania Music Awards
- 2019 African Muzik Magazine Awards Best Male Artist in East Africa
- 2018 MTV Europe Music Awards Best African Act (Nominated)
- 2020 All Africa Music Awards Best Male Vocalist (Nominated)
- 2019 Soundcity MVP Award for Best Collaboration (Nominated)
dispute
Aslay has been involved in several controversies and scandals during his career, which have attracted widespread media attention and public reaction. The most notable of these are:
- His breakup with Nandi was marred by allegations of cheating and violence.
- He feuded with Diamond Platnumz, accusing the latter of stealing his songs and ruining his career.
- He was arrested for drug possession and trafficking, but he denied it and claimed it was a frame-up by his enemies.
- It was alleged that he was involved in cult activities, but he denied it and said it was just a misunderstanding.
- He criticized the Tanzanian government and its policies, calling them oppressive and corrupt.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @aslayisihaka
- Twitter account: @aslayofficial
Discography
- Bongolabia Salad
- Kipenda Rojo
- Ze
- Rudy Dalasani
- Kipenda Rojo 2
net worth
Aslay’s net worth is estimated to be $1 million. His income comes from music sales, streaming, downloads, performances, endorsements, and investments.
He owns several properties and assets, such as a mansion in Dar es Salaam, a fleet of cars and a recording studio.
