Cina Soul is a Ghanaian singer-songwriter and recording artist specializing in the genres of highlife, afropop, neo-soul and jazz. She is known for her soulful voice, captivating lyrics and varied musical style.
She has released several singles and albums, such as Repent, 00:01, 12:01, and Adukweand collaborated with artists such as M.anifest, Worlasi, KiDi, etc.
She has also starred in films such as Sidechic Gang and Aloe Vera and has received numerous nominations and awards for her music and acting.
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- Full name: Christy Quincina Kwakupoum
- Nickname: Cina Soul
- Date of Birth: May 3, 1997
- Age: 26 (as of 2023)
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Accra, Ghana
- Nationality: Ghana
- Occupation: Singer-songwriter, recording artist
- Height: 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 meters)
- Parents: Father (a Ga lawyer) and Mother (an Ewe caterer)
- Siblings: Two sisters (also singers)
- Partner: Kwaku
- Children: None
- Relationship Status: Dating
- Net worth: $2.5 million
Early life and education
Christie Quincyna Quarcoopome, better known by her stage name Cina Soul, is 26 years old and was born on May 3, 1997 in Accra, Ghana.
She is also known by her local name Naa Kla Manye. Her father is a lawyer and her mother is a caterer. She has two sisters who are also singers.
She grew up in a musical family and developed a keen interest in singing at an early age. She attended Deyoungsters International School, where she participated in various music events and competitions.
She then attended Aburi Girls High School, where she joined the school choir and performed at various events. She later attended the University of Ghana to study psychology and archaeology. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 2019.
Personal life
Cina Soul is dating a man named Kwaku, whom she was introduced to on the Delay Show in 2020. She said they have been dating for two years and he is very supportive of her career.
She also denied rumours of dating another Ghanaian singer, KiDi, with whom she has collaborated on several songs.
She said the two were just good friends and had no romantic feelings for each other. She also revealed that she had a crush on Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie when she was young. Cina Soul currently does not have children, but she said she hopes to have children in the future.
She is a Christian and attends Lighthouse International Church. She is also a philanthropist who supports various causes such as education, health and women’s empowerment.
Profession
Cina Soul started her music career in 2014 when she became a finalist in the Vodafone Ghana Music Idol competition.
She impressed the judges and the audience with her renditions of songs by Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Anita Baker.
She reached the top five, gaining recognition and exposure. She subsequently released her debut album Metanoia in 2016, collaborating with artists such as M.anifest, Worlasi and KiDi.
The album was critically acclaimed and showcased her diverse musical influences such as high life, Afro-pop, neo-soul and jazz.
She also participated in the 2017 Black Girls Shine Project alongside other female artists such as Adomaa, Poetra Asantewa and Fu. The project aims to empower and celebrate women in music and the arts.
In 2018, she signed with Universal Music Group and released the singles “00:01” and “12:01”. The two singles are part of her upcoming album Ga Mashi, which is expected to be released in 2019.
However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other issues, the album was delayed. She then released the song “Adukwei” in 2019, which was inspired by the Homowo festival of the Ga people.
The song became a huge success and earned her several nominations and awards such as the Ghana Music Awards, 3Music Awards and Soundcity MVP Awards.
She has also performed at various events and concerts such as the Allianz Awards, Ghana Goes to Germany, and Metanoia X. She has appeared in films such as Sidechic Gang and Aloe Vera.
She played the role of Zila in Sidechic Gang, a comedy about three women who uncover their cheating husbands. She played the role of Nana in Aloe vera, a romantic comedy about two rival families living in a gated community. Her acting skills and versatility have earned her positive reviews and praise.
net worth
Cina Soul’s net worth is estimated to be $2.5 million.
Her income comes from music sales, streaming, gigs, endorsements and performances. She is one of the most successful and influential female artistes in Ghana.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @cina_soul
- Twitter account: @CinaSoulMusic
Filmography
Discography
- repentance
- 00:01
- 12:01
- Adukwe
