Judy Yo

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Judy Bwalya Melele (born on March 8, 1990 in Mufulira town], known professionally as Judy Yo, is a Zambian singer and businesswoman.

Born8 March 1990 (age 35)
Mufulira , Zambia
OccupationsSinger, Songwriter and business woman
Yearsactive2008 - present
StyleR&B vocalist singer
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Judy Yo
Born8 March 1990 (age 35)
Mufulira , Zambia
OccupationsSinger, Songwriter and business woman
Years active2008 - present
StyleR&B vocalist singer
Height1.62 m (5 ft 4 in)
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Life and career

As a child, Judy Yo grew up in Ndola city Copperbelt province where she showed interest in the music arts even in her senior school days at Hillcrest Secondary School. At the age of 18 years old she signed to K-AMY Records, where she produced "Even If" her debut song in 2008. Beyond music, she has advocated for more support, unity and has addressed the challenges faced by women and families in society as she continuously inspires and advocates for the betterment of society.

Discography

She made a mark in the Zambian music scene through her debut album titled "Supernatural Woman". The album instantly shook the industry and quickly caught the attention of the organizers of the Born & Bred Video awards in 2009 when she received her maiden nomination. She has gained recognition and multiple awards from Born n Bred "Recognition award" in 2012, Mosi Lager Zambian Music Awards as the "Best female Vocalist" 2013, "Best female album contemporary" 2013, "Best mainstream female artist" 2014.She has several hit songs Super natural women, Chikawama, Anaka, Always on my mind, Bongo Bongo and All Joy to name a few.

Her collaborations with established Zambian artists, notably Slap Dee, Macky 2, Cactus Agony’s and Mampi which further boosted her profile and helped solidify her position in the music scene. She has two officially released 2 albums “Supernatural Women” in 2008 and “Chikawama” in 2012 with multiple singles to modern day like “Pensulo”, “Bongo Bongo”, “Still the same” and “All Joy”. She has performed across the globe in multiple countries, South Africa, United States of America, England and Scotland to name a few.

Awards and nominations

Year Award Ceremony Prize Work/Recipient Results
2009 Born n Bred Maiden award (album) Supernatural woman Nomination
2012 Ngoma award Recognition award Anaka Nomination
2012 Born n Bred Recognition award Anaka Won
2013 Mosi Lager Zambian Music Award Best female Vocalist Chikawama Won
2013 Mosi Lager Zambian Music Award Best female album contemporary Chikawama Won
2014 Zambia music awards Best mainstream artist Herself Won

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