Yvonne Chaka Chaka hails from South Africa, where she has made a significant impact on the music scene.
She began her music career in 1984 at the age of 19, quickly rising to fame in the South African music industry.
Chaka Chaka is known for her hit songs such as "I'm Burning Up" and "Umqombothi," the latter of which was featured in the movie "Hotel Rwanda."
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Discography
Amazing Man2012
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Princess of Africa2002
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Be Proud to Be African2001
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Motherland2001
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The Power of Afrika1995
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Sangoma1987
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Thank You Mr D.J1987
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I'm Burning Up1985
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8 Goals Away (UN Song)2010
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- Award
- South African Music Award for Female Artist of the Year
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Also known as: Yvonne Chanka Chanka
Yvonne Chaka Chaka OIS is a South African singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, humanitarian and teacher. Dubbed the "Princess of Africa", Chaka Chaka has been at the forefront of South African popular music for 35 years and has been popular in Cameroon, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya, Uganda, Ghana, Gabon, Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast. Songs such as "I'm Burning Up", "Thank You Mr. DJ", "I Cry For Freedom", "Motherland" and the ever-popular "Umqombothi" ensured Chaka Chaka's stardom. The song "Umqombothi" was featured in the opening scene of the 2004 movie Hotel Rwanda.
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