Awilo Longomba Biography
Awilo Longomba is a Congolese soukous musician, he was born on May 6, 1962, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. At first a drummer in Viva la Musica, Stukas, Nouvelle Generation, and Loketo, Awilo left drumming for singing and released his first album Moto Pamba with help from Shimita, Ballou Canta, Dindo Yogo, Dally Kimoko, Sam Mangwana, Syran Mbenza, and Rigo Star in the year 1995. He has performed live concerts in Africa, Europe, and North America.
Awilo’s second CD, Coupe Bibamba (1998) garnered an increasingly large international audience. This was followed by Kafou Kafou (2001) and an album, Mondongo (2004), which features Japonais, Dally Kimoko, Caen Madoka, Djudjuchet, Josky Kiambukuta along with Simaro Lutumba.
Awilo is also credited as an atalaku (animateur) on some soukous records. After first moving to France in the 1980s, he now lives in London, the United Kingdom, as well as is married to Paradis Kacharelle and they have a son called Lovy Believe Church Awilo Longomba.
His relatives in the music industry include his father Victor Longomba a founding member of T.P OK Jazz and his late elder brother, Lovy of the Longombas, who is a popular Afro-fusion group based in Kenya. Lovy had a rich tenor voice as well as was a member of Super Mazembe led by Longwa Didos.
In 2008, he released the new album Super-Man which was another success. He continued his popularity in the USA/ Canada while on tour with Nabtry International Cultural Dancers, an African dance group founded in the year 2007 by Grace Haukwa. The Super-Man tour was successful throughout 2008 and 2009. By popular votes and a historic win at the International Reggae as well as World Music Awards with over one hundred and twenty countries voting in, Super-Man won the Best Soukous Entertainer Award 2009. CEO and founder of Nabtry Grace Haukwa, who represents Longomba in the US, received the award on Awilo’s behalf at the ceremony.
Awilo’s versatility has been evident lately with his many collaborations with modern-day as well as styles musicians in many African countries, among them are Nigerian artists P-Square, Tiwa Savage, Olamide, and Yemi Alade.
Awilo Longomba Age
Awilo is 58 years old as of 2020, he was born on May 6, 1962, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. He celebrates his birthday on May 6, every year.
Awilo Longomba Height
Awilo stands at an average height. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.
Awilo Longomba Family
Awilo was born in Kinshasa (formally, Léopoldville). His father was from the Mongo region of Ecuador and his mother was also from the Ecuador region of Ngombe and Congo Brazzaville. His father, Vicky Longomba, was the famous lead singer as well as a founder of “Tout puissant OK Jazz” during the golden age of Congolese rumba, which had a big influence on our artist. Since childhood, he spent every waking moment in the music scenes attending his father’s rehearsals. His late elder brother, Lovy of the Longombas.
Awilo Longomba Wife
Awilo is married to Paradis Kacharelle and they have a son called Lovy Believe Church Awilo Longomba.
Awilo Longomba Children
Awilo and his wife Paradis have a son called Lovy Believe Church Awilo Longomba.
Awilo Longomba Net Worth
Awilo has an estimated net worth of $1 million dollars – $5 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Congolese musician. Through his various sources of income, Awilo has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Awilo Longomba Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Awilo Longomba.
Awilo Longomba Wiki
- Full Names: Awilo Longomba
- Popular As: Singer, drummer
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Singer, drummer
- Nationality: Congolese
- Race / Ethnicity: Not Available
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Awilo Longomba Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 58 years old as of 2020
- Zodiac Sign: To be updated
- Date of Birth: May 6, 1962
- Place of Birth: Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Birthday: May 6, every year
Awilo Longomba Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: Not Known
- Weight: Not Known
- Eye Color: Not Available
- Hair Color: Not Available
- Shoe Size: Not Available
Awilo Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Vicky Longomba
- Mother: Not Known
- Siblings (Brothers): Lovy Longomba
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Paradis Kacharelle
- Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable
- Children: Lovy Believe Church Awilo Longomba.
Awilo Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 million dollars – $5 million dollars
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Singer, drummer
Awilo Longomba House and Cars
- Place of living: To be Updated
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Awilo Longomba Songs
- Gâté le coin
Coupé Bibamba · 2013 - Karolina
Mondongo · 2013 - Bundelele
Bundelele · 2014
- Coupé bibamba
Africa Remix · 2009 - Esopi Yo
Esopi Yo (feat. Tiwa Savage) · 2017 - Cache Cache
Kafou Kafou · 2001 - Séquestration
Kafou Kafou · 2001
- Kwanga Pamba
Kwanga Pamba · 2017 - Porokondo
Coupé Bibamba · 2013 - Sans Papier
Coupé Bibamba · 2013 - Rihanna
Rihanna · 2017
- Sapeurs + Pompiers
Sapeurs + Pompiers · 2019 - Bizou
Bizou · 2019 - Mondongo
Mondongo · 2013 - Fifi
Coupé Bibamba · 2013
- Manon
Coupé Bibamba · 2013 - Abidjan Debout
Kafou Kafou · 2001 - J’en Ai Marre
Coupé Bibamba · 2013 - Moyen Te
Moto pamba · 2013
- Dati petrole
Moto pamba · 2013 - Champion
Mondongo · 2013 - Mobimba Ya Mama
- Coupé Bibamba · 2013
Moyente
- Fidèle
Fidèle · 2019 - Mia muliere
Mondongo · 2013 - Gladys
Mondongo · 2013 - Zumbeya
Mondongo · 2013
- Mwana Mama
Coupé Bibamba · 2013 - Canon
Canon · 2019 - Banana
Super Man · 2013 - Mupenzi
Mondongo · 2013 - Pinzoli
Mondongo · 2013
Frequently Asked Questions About Awilo Longomba
Who is Awilo Longomba?
Awilo is a Congolese soukous musician.
How old is Awilo Longomba?
Awilo is 58 years old as of 2020, he was born on May 6, 1962, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
How tall is Awilo Longomba?
Awilo stands at an average height.
Is Awilo Longomba married?
Awilo is married to Paradis Kacharelle and they have a son called Lovy Believe Church Awilo Longomba.
How much is Awilo Longomba worth?
Awilo has an estimated net worth of $1 million dollars – $5 million dollars as of 2021.
How much does Awilo make?
Awilo has an estimated net worth of $1 million dollars – $5 million dollars.
Where does Awilo live?
After first moving to France in the 1980s, he now lives in London, the United Kingdom
Is Awilo dead or alive?
Awilo is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Awilo Now?
Awilo is a Congolese soukous musician.
Awilo Longomba Social Media Contacts
- Youtube