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Mbwana Yusuf Kilungi (born 3 October 1991) popularly known as Mbosso Khan is a talented Tanzanian musician. He is widely acclaimed for his work in the music industry as a singer, songwriter and record producer.
Affiliate WCB WasafiMbosso rose to fame on the record label founded by Diamond Platnumz and played with three other members of the band Yamoto Band from 2013 to 2015 before launching his solo career.
During this time, Mbosso and Yamoto, performing under the stage name Maromboso, achieved great success and won the prestigious Kilimanjaro Music Award for Band of the Year in 2015. However, despite the victory, the band disbanded later that year.
Tanzanian singer and songwriter
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| Name: | Mbwana Yusuf Kirungi |
| stage name: | Mboso |
| Date of Birth: | October 3, 1991 (32 years old) |
| place of birth: | Kibiti, Tanzania |
| Country of Citizenship: | Tanzania |
| educate: | not applicable |
| high: | 1.62 m |
| parents: | Khadija Salom Kikkali, Yusuf Mbwana Kilonji |
| Brothers and sisters: | 1 |
| spouse: | Boss Martha (m. 2017-2019) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Rukia |
| Children: | Ikram Khan Jr., Sir Khan, Yunus Khan |
| Profession: | Singer • Composer |
| net worth: | $70,000 to $100,000 |
Early life and education
Mboso is a Tanzanian musician who was born on October 3, 1991 in Kibiti, Pwani Region. He is the son of Khadija Salom Kikali and Yusuf Mbwana Kilonji. Mboso had a love for music from a young age and developed his singing and guitar skills. His love for music eventually led him to a career in the music industry.
Mboso grew up with his twin brother, sharing childhood and adolescence, forming a lasting bond that only twins can have. Despite dropping out of school after fourth grade in Kibiti, Tanzania, he moved to Dar es Salaam to pursue his passion for music. Despite not completing his education, Mboso, also known as Mbwana Yusuf Kilonji, has become a well-known artist in the industry.
Profession
Mbosso is a well-known Tanzanian singer and songwriter who rose to fame as a member of the band Yamoto and later WCB Wasafi After the band disbanded in 2018, he released two albums as a solo artist; Definition of Love (2019) and Definition of Love II (2020). His collaborations with renowned African musicians such as Rayvanny, Aslay, Diamond Platnumz and Nandy have further cemented his position in the industry.
Mbosso is known for his unique musical style that blends bongo flava, afropop and pop, and his songs delve into themes of love, heartbreak and self-empowerment with poignant lyrics. Mbosso is known for his soulful voice and catchy melodies that have delighted audiences around the world. Whether delivering uplifting beats or emotionally lyrical ballads, his music conveys a powerful message of hope and resilience.
In 2021, Mbosso marked a major milestone with the release of his first studio album. Definition of LoveThe album, which features collaborations with artists such as Diamond Platnumz, Kilimanjaro Band, Flavour, Rayvanny, Liya, Darassa, Spice Diana and Baba Levo, was officially released on March 9 and has received rave reviews from fans and critics alike. The album showcases Mbosso’s talent and versatility, cementing his place as an influential artist in the industry.
Social Media
- Instagram: @mbosso_
- Twitter: @mbossokhan
- Facebook: Mbosso Khan
- YouTube: Mbosso Khan
Personal life
In 2017, at the age of 32, Mboso married Boss Martha, and the two had a son. Unfortunately, Boss Martha fell ill and died in 2019, leaving Mboso devastated and alone. In 2019, the singer lost one of the mothers of his children, Boss Martha, who was also a comedian.
As a devout Muslim, Mboso can marry up to four wives. He currently has three children, born to different wives. The mother of one of his children lives in Mombasa, Kenya, and the other has unfortunately passed away. The mother of his third child is Tanzanian.
In 2019, Mboso and his girlfriend Rukia Rukie welcomed their son, Ikram Khan II. As of 2020, Mboso already has three children by three women. Although Mboso’s Islamic faith allows him to marry four wives, he has said that having 15 to 20 women in his life would be ideal, a thought he expressed at the wedding of Diamond Platnumz’s sister, Esma Platnumz, to Yahya Musizwa, also known as Maulide Msizwa, where Esma was announced as his third wife.
Bongo drum artist Mbosso has three children with three different mothers. Apart from Iqram Khan Jr. and Rukia Rucky, he has a son named Jazz Khan with a lady from Mombasa, Kenya, and a son named Yunos Khan with a lady from Tanzania.
Discography
- Definition of Love (2021)
- Nadekziwa
- Hodari
- fall
- For Your Love (feat. Zuchu)
- Zilipendwa (feat. Rayvanny, Lava Lava)
- eat
- Allelei
- Pichayak
- Moyo (in collaboration with Costa Titch and Phantom Steeze)
- Sweat (2022)
- Khan (Original Soundtrack)
- Amepotea
- Tamba
- Only You (feat. Mac Voice)
- Kifolongo (feat: RJ The DJ, Khadija Kopa, Lava Lava)
- Ma Story (with Gabu)
- Pieces (Remix)（feat. Chikune）
- Pepea (feat. Hyrax KB)
net worth
Mbosso’s net worth is estimated to be between $70,000 and $100,000. This impressive figure is attributed to his success in the music industry, thanks to his music sales, performances, and endorsements.
As one of the most famous Bongo Flava musicians in Tanzania, Mboso has a large fan base, which has also expanded his influence in the music industry. His songs have been played millions of times on various music platforms, which has greatly contributed to his success.
Additionally, he has several lucrative endorsement deals with various Tanzanian companies. Notably, he serves as the brand ambassador for Tanga Fresh.
