Wasafi Records: Diamond Verifies Mbosso’s Departure

Mbosso started his career in the music business in 2013 with the group Ya Moto.

Mbosso and Diamond Platnumz together The announcement of Mbosso’s cordial separation from Diamond Platnumz’s Wasafi Records has caused a stir in Tanzania’s music scene. 

This is yet another big artist leaving the well-known label, which raises concerns regarding Mbosso’s career and Wasafi’s roster going forward. 

Although leaving record companies is not unusual, the specifics of Mbosso’s transfer provide a distinctive viewpoint on Tanzanian artist-label interactions.

After joining Wasafi in 2018, Mbosso—real name Mbwana Yusuf Kilungi—became one of their most popular musicians very fast.
 
He gained a devoted following and cemented his position in Tanzania’s music business because to the popularity of his heartfelt Swahili love ballads. 

However, Mbosso’s tenure with Wasafi has ended, according to recent sources and Diamond Platnumz’s own confirmation.

There has long been conjecture over Mbosso’s departure. According to Diamond Platnumz’s statement, he and Mbosso had been in communication and had come to a mutually acceptable conclusion. 

He asked the media and fans to ignore any speculations until both artists issue an official joint statement. This implies a professional and courteous departure, emphasizing the good rapport they had during their partnership.

In support of this story, Diamond’s close friend Baba Levo disclosed that Mbosso would be departing Wasafi with no financial commitments. 

This is an important information, particularly in light of the alleged high prices paid by other artists, such as Harmonize and Rayvanny, to terminate their contracts with the label. 

Baba Levo said that Mbosso’s great regard for Diamond and the Wasafi leadership is the reason behind this gift. He even alluded to Wasafi’s intentions to sign nine new musicians in 2025, suggesting that the label’s focus may change.

Another recurrent topic has been Mbosso’s want to part ways with Wasafi amicably. He has previously stated that he hoped to avoid any ill will against the label, emphasizing the value of preserving goodwill within the business. It appears that the seamless transition was facilitated by this proactive approach.

His exit from Wasafi Records is part of a trend of musicians quitting the label. Rich Mavoko, Rayvanny, and Harmonize are a few of the artists who have left the label, each with their own special reasons.
The complexity of artist-label interactions was highlighted by the drama surrounding certain exits, while others were uneventful.

After announcing his resignation, Mbosso cleared his social media accounts of all posts, which only served to increase rumors.

This change is frequently seen as a symbolic beginning for a new phase of his career. Fans are left wondering about his future goals and the course his music will follow as a self-employed musician.
Wasafi Records seems to be constantly looking for fresh talent in the meanwhile.

Aspiring musicians with singing, dancing, and songwriting abilities who have already recorded at least three songs are sought after for Diamond’s music producer’s upcoming auditions. 

Wasafi may be getting ready to take Mbosso’s place and maintain its impact on Tanzanian music by hiring new musicians, as seen by this initiative.

Mbosso started his career in the music business in 2013 with the group Ya Moto. A pivotal moment in his career came in 2017, when he joined Wasafi following the band’s breakup. 

His reputation as a well-known musician was cemented by his success with the label, which included publishing his first album “Definition of Love” and EP “Khan,” as well as earning over one million YouTube followers.

Right now, the music industry is eager to see what he will achieve as he starts this new autonomous phase.