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born 1982
Miss Jojo (born Josiane Uwineza, 1983), also known as Iman Uwineza, is a Rwandan R&B singer and songwriter whose music blends R&B with traditional Rwandan sounds. She became a household name in Rwandan music after breaking through in 2007, and is best known for songs such as "Mbwira," "Inshuti," "Tukabyine," "Siwezi," "Nganirira" and "Beletilida." She has said her mission from the beginning was to make music that inspires girls and women.
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Music is a business, sometimes if the deal is not worth price, you have to pull out.
I dream that more Rwandan girls would be ambitious to join the Music industry.
My stay in Europe then, has largely influenced my career because it taught me how to be open to life and people in general.”
The future of a girl requires choices and values that she should hold onto.
A girl needs someone who talks to her in a language she understands.
"Ahahise hanjye ndahishimira. Numva narakoze icyo nashakaga."
When you give the best product, society values it.
Its not that I’m scared of crowds but it’s something in me that I’ve done since childhood.
If fans still remember me, it’s a gift for me and it’s something that is very valuable and I have to pay much attention to.
I decided that I would perfect whatever career I pursued.
We should work hard to maintain our values.
"I started out wanting to give a message to girls and women..."
I found myself in a profession that I had always looked forward to. I am living my dream to become an international musician.
As a woman, I feel we should derive our confidence from within and aim for greater heights without letting people trump on us.
If they can listen to our songs, that means they can listen to these messages of hope and change their lives
“I am happy to provide a gift that makes people happy"
I didn’t trust the whole process in the deal, that’s why I turned it down.
I love positive criticism but I hate people who tell lies about me
"...and if Rwandans, can feel me like this, I knew that there was nothing else I could do but to sing words that could change their lives.”
All the songs are my personal experiences and journey through life. I hope to touch everyone with this album and I pray the people find it worthwhile
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