Roberto Zambia: The Pinnacle of Zambian Music

Roberto Zambia: The Pinnacle of Zambian Music

Roberto Zambia is a name that always sticks out in the colourful and dynamic music scene in Zambia.

Renowned for his adaptability, engaging stage presence, and ability to create hits, Roberto has solidified his position as Zambia’s top musician.

This piece explores the causes of his extraordinary achievement and ongoing impact.

1. Chart-Topping Hits

Not only does Roberto’s music frequently top the charts in Zambia, but all over Africa. His hit song “Amarulah,” which became viral and topped charts worldwide, demonstrates his ability to write music that appeals to a broad range of listeners.

Its international appeal distinguishes him from his contemporaries and solidifies his position as the leading musician in Zambia.

Roberto’s 2017 hit song “Vitamin U” which features top Tanzanian female artist VANESSA MDEE, saw it self on top of various charts in South Africa, Namibia, Nigeria, Kenya and United kingdom. Hitting number on local and international radio station such as Pan Africa Radio.

In 2020, Roberto’s “Beautiful” became the 1st Zambian song to become number one on Trace Africa, this signified this strength in the music industry and a talented artist he is.

Roberto’s 2020 smash hit “Fyonse” featuring sensational Kopala duo Chanda Na Kay and “My Baby” featuring top Tanzanian hit maker Harmonize, also achieved similar international recognitions as Vitamin U.

2. Versatile Music Style

One of the main reasons for Roberto’s success is his adaptability. He skilfully combines afrobeat, dancehall, and R&B to create a distinctive sound that appeals to a wide range of musical interests.

His ability to adapt guarantees that his music stays current and appealing, drawing listeners from a variety of musical genres and demographics.

An example of is versatility, is how can make people dance with his tracks such as Amarulah and Fyonse, how he can make people fall in love with Beautiful, how he can make African women feel appreciated with African Woman and how he sings for the depressed with “Don’t Cry”.

3. Award-Winning Talent

There has been recognition of Roberto’s abilities. Both domestically and abroad, he has accumulated a long list of honours and nominations.

These honours demonstrate not just his skill as a musician but also his impact in the business. His reputation as a premier artist is reinforced by honours like the Zambian Music Award for Best Male Artist and international accolades like the AFRIMMA Award for Best Southern African Artist.

He’s a list of his awards he has won and been nominated in:

● 5 Times AFRIMMA Award nominee(USA)

● Multiple times Kwacha Awards nominee & winner

● Zambian music Awards nominee and winner

● Born n Bred Awards nominee and winner

● AFRIMA Awards nominee (Africa)

● Zikomo Awards winner and nominee

● Ngoma Awards nominee

● HiPipo Awards nominee and winner [2 times] (East Africa- Uganda)

● NAMA Awards nominee and winner (Namibia)

● Africa Arts Entertainment Awards nominee

[ROBERTO ZAMBIA at HiPipo Awards in Uganda 2019]

4. Innovative Collaborations

Roberto’s ability to work with artists both locally and internationally is one of his strong points. His partnerships with global celebrities such as Patoranking and Vanessa Mdee have broadened his fan base and demonstrated his proficiency in fusing disparate musical genres.

He has been able to grow his audience and stay current thanks to these wise alliances.

Roberto has also collaborated with artist such as Mohombi, Harmonize, Vanessa Mdee, Suldaan Seeraar, lil Baliil, Macky 2, Chef 187, Ruby among others

[ROBERTO ZAMBIA with Vanessa Mdee in Tanzania, 2017]

5. Dynamic Performances

Roberto is more than simply a studio musician; he is a charismatic performer who lights up any stage he walks onto.

His ability to captivate an audience during live performances is evident. His reputation is enhanced and his fan following continues to increase because of his ability to interact with them live.

Roberto Zambia’s ascent to the top of the Zambian music scene is evidence of his brilliance, diligence, and inventiveness. He is the greatest musician in Zambia thanks to his multifaceted sound, award-winning talent, chart-topping hits, creative collaborations, and exciting live performances.

Roberto’s impact on the Zambian music industry is unparalleled as he keeps developing and pushing limits, influencing the next generation of musicians and enthralling listeners throughout the world.