Félix Wazekwa

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Félix Wazekwa
Birth nameFélix Nlandu Wazekwa
Also known as
  • S'Grave (Grave Wisdom)
  • Monstre d'amour
  • Mokuwa Bongo (The Brain Bone)
  • Le Miran
  • Monsieur Google
  • Cas oyo benga nzembo
Born (1962-09-14) 14 September 1962 (age 61)
Léopoldville, Belgian Congo
(modern-day Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Origin Congolese
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • dancer
  • lyricist
  • songwriter
  • author
  • filmmaker
  • bandleader
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • percussion
Years active1970s–present
LabelsIndependent
Websitehttps://cultura6.tripod.com/index.htm

Félix Nlandu Wazekwa (born 14 September 1962),[1][2] known professionally as Félix Wazekwa, is a Congolese singer-songwriter, author, filmmaker, dancer, and bandleader.[3][4][5] Known for his Lingala deep lyrics and baritone voice, he is regarded as an influential figure in soukous and Congolese rumba music and one of the most prominent lyricists of his generation.[4][6][7][1]

Wazekwa began his music career as a member of the Kinshasa-based group Kin-Verso.[8][9] In 1995, he released his debut solo studio album, Tétragramme, which featured Papa Wemba and Madilu System.[8] In 1997, Wazekwa released his second studio album titled Pauvres, Mais.[7] His third studio album, Bonjour Monsieur, released on 10 November 1998, became a significant success throughout Africa, earning him the Revelation accolade of that year.[10][11][12] In 1999, he formed his backing band, Cultur'A Pays Vie, and then released his fourth studio album, Sponsor, followed by Signature (2001) and Yo Nani? (2002).[10] On 25 August 2004, Wazekwa released his seventh studio album, Et Après..., succeeded by Faux Mutu Moko Boye in 2005.[10][5] In 2007, he released his ninth studio album, Que Demande Le Peuple?, followed by Mémoire ya Nzambe in 2010.[10][11] He returned with Adamu na Eva in 2013,[13][14][15] and I Love You in January 2015 before releasing his first book.[16][17][18]

Wazekwa gained widespread recognition with his breakout ndombolo-infused single, "Fimbu," which debuted in September 2015 in support of the Congolese national football team, nicknamed Les Léopards.[19][20] The song gained significant popularity during the run-up to the 2016 African Nations Championship and went on to become a sleeper hit in 2017.[21][22] The accompanying "Fimbu chicotte" dance move expeditiously gained momentum during the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations tournament, involving players raising their left arm while waving their right as they moved in unison down the pitch.[21][23][24][1]

His book Les Petits Bonbons de la Sagesse was published by Bergame on 10 January 2018.[25][26][27] Wazekwa released his thirteenth studio album, Article 23, in 2020.[28]

Early life and musical career[edit]

1962–1995: Childhood, education and music debut[edit]

Félix Wazekwa was born as Félix Nlandu Wazekwa on 14 September 1962 in Léopoldville (now Kinshasa), in what was then the Belgian Congo (and was later the Republic of the Congo, then Zaire, and is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo).[29] Wazekwa was drawn to music at a young age and formed a troupe of local children in the 1970s.[30] During this time, Wazekwa gained recognition for his prowess in dancing. He subsequently founded a traditional music ensemble known as "SODEPA" in the Kinshasa's Matete commune, where he became celebrated for his singing and dancing abilities.[30] Between 1982 and 1983, he formed another musical collective named Kin-Verso in the Matete commune.[30][31][32]

After graduating from high school with a French baccalaureate from the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Kinshasa, Wazekwa pursued economics studies at Paris 8 University Vincennes-Saint-Denis in 1985.[31] Thereafter, he became an autodidact and augmented his knowledge through reading, which gave him an interest in literary polymaths like Henry Nelson and Paul Valéry, alongside contemporary writers like Jean d'Ormesson and Michel Serres.[33] After completing his studies, he returned to Kinshasa and began working as a songwriter for various up-and-coming Zairean artists. He swiftly garnered attention from Koffi Olomidé, who incorporated Wazekwa's compositions into his projects between 1991 and 1993, notably featured in albums such as Haut De Gamme - Koweit, Rive Gauche, and Noblesse Oblige.[32][34][30]

After a brief stint with Koffi Olomide, Papa Wemba approached Wazekwa to assist him in refining his songwriting abilities.[31] In 1994, Wazekwa contributed four tracks to Papa Wemba's band Viva La Musica's album Foridoles, with the track "Reference," composed by Wazekwa, gaining prominence as the album's standout piece.[31][32] Wazekwa also claimed authorship of the song "Nzete Ya Séquoia."[35] Following this, he participated in Papa Wemba's 1995 release, Pôle Position.[31][32]

Solo career[edit]

1995–1997: Tétragramme and Pauvres, Mais…[edit]

While simultaneously involved in the production of Papa Wemba's album Pôle Position, Wazekwa was encouraged by Papa Wemba to pursue a solo musical career.[34][31][32] During an interview with Ba Sango Ya Congo Kinshasa, Wazekwa expressed, "It was Papa Wemba who urged me to take the stage... you can keep giving me songs, but you can also sing."[34] In that same year, Wazekwa commenced the recording of his debut studio album, Tétragramme, with the backing and support of Papa Wemba and Madilu System.[31] Tétragramme blended Congolese rumba with soukous. The album also included collaborations with Tabu Ley Rochereau, Bozi Boziana, and Déesse Mukangi.[31] Tétragramme received widespread critical acclaim, and Wazekwa was honored as the Best Revelation of the Year by ACMCO.[36]

In 1997, Wazekwa released his second studio album, titled Pauvres, Mais… (Poor, but...), which received widespread praise throughout the country for its lyrical content.[29][36] The album's songs explored themes of love and socioeconomic commentary. The track "Biléi Ya Mobóla" metaphorically addresses the concept of love while drawing attention to the struggles of underprivileged people who are left with nothing but bones to eat. Meanwhile, the album's eponymous single serves as a critique against those who scorn the economically marginalized.[36]

1998–2004: Bonjour Monsieur, Sponsor, Signature, Yo Nani?, and Et Après...[edit]

Bonjour Monsieur, Wazekwa's third studio album, debuted on 10 November 1998, propelled Wazekwa into the spotlight and received accolades across Africa.[30][29][37]

In 1999, he founded his own band Cultur'A Pays-Vie, which altered plans for his forthcoming 10-track album, Sponsor.[30][29] The album was recorded in Kinshasa at Meko Studio and in Paris at the Marcadet studio. Sponsor was released later that year in December 1999 and was produced by Cameroonian record label JPS Production.[30][29][38]

In June 2001, he released his fifth studio album, Signature. The album was again recorded in Paris at the Marcadet studio, featuring 12 tracks and distributed by JPS Production.[30][39] Wazekwa subsequently won two consecutive CHADA awards for Best Artist of the Year and Best Orchestra of the Year for his ensemble.[30] He also won three ACMCO awards for Best Composer, Best Artist, and Best Orchestra for his ensemble.[30]

On 12 November 2002, Wazekwa published his introspective sixth studio album, Yo Nani? (which translates to "Who are you?").[29][40] Throughout 11 tracks, Wazekwa explored existential inquiries concerning human worth and societal structure, urging both himself and audience to contemplate: Who Are You? Who Are We? as a means to establish any semblance of superiority over others.[30]

In 2004, Wazekwa released his seventh studio album, Et Après..., which was produced across Africa and Europe.[30] The album experienced significant success, particularly with the hit dance track "Nzoto Ya Maman Elengi," which received widespread acclaim from audiences and led to his nomination for Best Artist in Central Africa at the 2004 Kora Awards held in South Africa.[30][29][41]

2005–2010: Faux Mutu Moko Boye, Mosapi Liboso, Que Demande Le Peuple?, and Mémoire ya Nzambe[edit]

In December 2005, he released his eighth studio album, Faux Mutu Moko Boye, sometimes abbreviated FMMB.[42] The album was a great success and was greatly admired by the Kinshasa public.[42]

Towards the end of 2006, Wazekwa issued a six-track maxi-single titled Mosapi Liboso on behalf of his sponsor.[42] However, in 2007, his band experienced the consecutive departures of several key members who joined the Quartier Latin International orchestra led by Wazekwa's former collaborator and rival, Koffi Olomidé.[42] In early 2008, Wazekwa recruited new backing vocalists and unveiled his ninth studio album, Que Demande Le Peuple?, marking the group's debut album.[42] He presented a major concert at the Olympia Hall in Paris and another at the Zénith de Lille.[42]

In 2009, Wazekwa released his tenth studio album, Mémoire ya Nzambe, which includes 13 tracks and features a guest appearance by Simaro Lutumba on its eponymous track.[42] The album subtly taunts his former musicians who left Cultur'A Pays-Vie.[42]

2011–2019: Haut Les Mains!, Adamu Na Eva, I Love You, and "Fimbu"[edit]

In 2011, Wazekwa released his 10-track maxi-single titled Haut Les Mains! on compact disc and Digital Video Disc.[42][43][44] However, the maxi-single was pirated following its debut and was broadcast clandestinely in front of everyone at one of Kinshasa's primary venues, Place de la Victoire, with no repercussions.[43]

In May 2012, during an interview with Radio Okapi, Wazekwa announced his forthcoming eleventh studio album, Adamu Na Eva (Adam and Eve).[13] He told Radio Okapi that the choice of the album's title is a desire to affirm the uniqueness of the human race despite variances in complexion, ethnicity, and dialect.[13] He also revealed that he was working on the record with fellow Congolese rhythm guitarist, Simaro Lutumba.[13] In July 2013, Wazekwa announced that the album was in the conclusive phases of production, having concluded filming for its music videos, and awaited collaboration with reputable distribution entities in Kinshasa and abroad to avoid falling into the hands of corrupt producers.[14] While awaiting the ideal distribution partner, Wazekwa and his ensemble continued rehearsals in the Ngiri-Ngiri commune of Kinshasa.[14] Adamu Na Eva was officially published on 19 September 2013, containing ten tracks, and enjoyed considerable success.[15] He later supported the album with a live show alongside his ensemble at the Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hôtel on 30 November, followed by a concert in Kongo Central Province on December 21 at the Ledya Hotel in Matadi. He later performed in Brazzaville with his ensemble at the Ledger Plaza Maya Maya hotel. He returned to Kinshasa again and performed at the Venus Hotel in the Gombe commune.[45]

Wazekwa began recording his 13-track twelfth studio album, I Love You, in early 2014 in Kinshasa.[16][17] During this time, he performed at the Marché de la Liberté in Kinshasa on 13 June 2014[16] and at the Bralima-sponsored Primus Fete de la Musique at the Theatre de Verdure in the Ngaliema commune.[46] On 20 December, he released the album's lead single "Bouffez-Moi Tout Ça" in the Paris market.[18] I Love You was officially released on 3 January 2015.[18] He subsequently presented the album with a performance at the Foire Internationale de Kinshasa on 4 January.[18]

On 5 September 2015, Wazekwa released his ndombolo-infused single "Fimbu," aimed at combatting impunity and violence against women, while rallying support for the Congolese national football team, nicknamed Les Léopards.[19] The song quickly garnered significant success in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Republic of the Congo, and Angola. He was subsequently invited to perform at Cinema Atlântico in Luanda, Angola, on 10 October of that year.[47] The accompanying "Fimbu Chicotte" dance move gained widespread popularity in Africa during the lead-up to the 2016 African Nations Championship[48] and went on to become a sleeper hit in 2017 during the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations, emerging as a celebratory dance for Les Léopards to celebrate every goal they scored on the pitch, with players gathering side by side, holding their left arm up and waving their right as they moved down the pitch in unison.[21][22][23][24] The dance propelled Wazekwa into the limelight across Africa and Europe, particularly in Belgium and France.[1][49]

2020 — present: Article 23[edit]

In 2020, Wazekwa released his thirteenth studio double album titled Article 23, which included guest appearances by Barbara Kanam and Héritier Watanabe. The double album contained 24 tracks and was released by his record label Foundation Wazekwa.[42][50][51]

Discography[edit]

Studio albums[edit]

  • Tétragramme, YHWH (1995)
  • Pauvres, Mais… (1997)
  • Bonjour Monsieur (1998)
  • Sponsor (1999)
  • Signature (2001)
  • Yo Nani ? (2002)
  • Et Après... (2004)
  • Faux Mutu Moko Boye (2005)
  • Que Demande Le Peuple? (2008)
  • Mémoire ya Nzambe (2010)
  • Adamu Na Eva (2013)
  • I Love You (2015)
  • Article 23 (2020)

Singles and maxi-singles[edit]

  • Mosapi Liboso (2006)
  • La chèvre de Monsieur Seguin (2009)
  • Haut les mains (2011)
  • Miliki (2021)
  • Épaisseur (2022)
  • Eau Pure (2022)
  • Mabele Ma Nzombo (2023)
  • Fimbu des Léopards (2024)
  • Stop Genocide in Congo (2024)

Collaborations[edit]

References[edit]

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