Raymond Shababan, also known as Rayvanny, is a popular musician from Tanzania who was born on August 22, 1990. He grew up in the Nzovwe ward of Mbeya city, which is in Mbeya Region. Rayvanny is especially known for his contributions to the bongo flava genre of music, making him one of the most successful musicians from his region. Until July 2022, he was associated with the WCB Wasafi record label. Now, he runs his own music company, called Next Level Music. One of Rayvanny's most famous songs is "Kwetu", which helped him gain international recognition.

Rayvanny

Education

Rayvanny developed a passion for music while still in high school, where he won a rap freestyle competition.

Music Career

In 2012, Rayvanny joined the music group Tip Top Connection, where he gained more experience and connected with numerous artists. In 2015, he joined one of the largest record labels, WCB Wasafi Records, which was managed by Diamond Platnumz. He released his first song, "Kwetu", in 2016, which quickly became a hit in East Africa. He later founded his own record label, Next Level Music, in 2021 and signed his first artist, Mac Voice.

Songs

Some of Rayvanny's notable songs include "Kwetu" (2016), "Natafuta Kiki" (2016), "Sugu" (2017), "Mbeleko" (2017), "Shikwambi" (2017), "Zezeta" (2017), "Chuma Ulete" (2017), "Unaibiwa" (2017), "Chuchuma" (2019), "Tetema" (2019), and "Gimi Dat" (2019).

Collaborations

Rayvanny has worked with several renowned artists including Diamond Platnumz ("Salome", 2016), Queen Darleen ("Kijuso", 2017), Nora Fatehi ("Pepeta", 2019), Maluma ("Mama Tetema", 2021), Zuchu ("I Miss You", 2022), and Mavokali ("Mapopo", 2022).

Record Labels

Rayvanny was signed under WCB Wasafi Records until July 2022. He later founded his own record label, Next Level Music, in 2021.

Awards And Nominations

Rayvanny has been recognized for his talent with numerous awards and nominations over the years. In 2016, he was nominated for a prestigious MTV Africa Music Award in the Breakthrough Act category, acknowledging his rising success in the industry. Additionally, in 2017, he received a nomination for the BET Award for International Viewers' Choice, further solidifying his international recognition.

in 2022, Rayvanny achieved a significant milestone by winning the People's Choice award in the Best Global Collaboration category at the East Africa Arts Entertainment Awards (EAEA). This recognition highlighted his exceptional ability to collaborate with artists from around the world and create impactful music.

Family

Rayvanny, the Bongo Flavour artist, is married to a beautiful woman named Fahyma. Together, they have been blessed with one handsome son named Jaydan Vanny. Rayvanny also has a brother named Shadrack.

Fahyma is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful celebrity wives in the region. Many people consider Rayvanny to be incredibly lucky to have her as his wife.

Controversies

In December 2019, Rayvanny and Fahyma ended their relationship due to rumors of cheating. The situation got more attention when fans saw a used condom on the set of a music video. However, they have mended their relationship and are now jointly taking care of their son. Rayvanny has also faced a few other issues such as copyright problems and disagreements with other musicians. Despite these challenges, he has always stayed professional in his music career.

Houses And Cars

Rayvanny possesses an impressive collection of cars. Among these vehicles are a Toyota, a Lexus, and a Mercedes. These luxury automobiles not only serve as symbols of success but also provide Rayvanny with convenient and stylish means of transportation.

Net Worth

As of 2023, Rayvanny's net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. He has accumulated his wealth through his successful music career, endorsements, and his record label, Next Level Music.

Social Media Handles

Rayvanny has a strong social media presence. He has millions of followers on his Instagram (@rayvanny), Facebook (Rayvanny), and Twitter (@rayvanny) accounts. His YouTube channel, Rayvanny, has millions of subscribers, where he posts his music videos and other related content.