About Artist
Marioo, born Omary Ally Mwanga on December 31, 1995, in Kibiti, Pwani Region, Tanzania, is a prominent Bongo Flava artist, singer, songwriter, and music producer. He is renowned for his unique blend of Bongo Flava with genres like Amapiano, Afrobeats, and R&B, which has earned him significant acclaim in East Africa and beyond.
πΆ Early Life & Career Beginnings
Marioo’s journey into music was unconventional. After dropping out of secondary school due to financial constraints, he worked as a welding technician in Dar es Salaam. His passion for music led him to write songs for established artists such as Nandy, Gigy Money, Ditto, and Christian Bella. In 2018, he released his debut single, “Dar Kugumu,” which gained substantial airplay across East Africa, marking the start of his successful music career