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Josep Haule, popularly known in the music industry as Professor Jay, has gained international recognition thanks to his unique way of doing things. With both leadership and entertainment skills, Professor Jay is a man who wears many hats. He performs both his roles with the utmost precision. That said, how well do you know Joseph Haule’s personal and professional life? 

Joseph Haule's biography Ex- Mikumi MP Hon. Joseph Haule was born on 29th December 1975 in Songea, Tanzania, where he also grew up. His dad is Mzee Leonard Stephen Haule, who unfortunately passed away in 2018 following some health complications. There is little information known regarding Joseph Haule's education, siblings and parents, and early life. Professor Jay began his career as a musician in 1989 under a band named Hard Blasters. By then, his stage name was Nigga J, and their hit song was Chemsha Bongo. A year later, the band was awarded the best hip-hop group in Tanzania. Haule, later on, decided to pursue music as a solo artist in 2001 and eventually became the pioneers of Bongo music in Tanzania. Professor Jay also collaborated with other local artists in Tanzania, such as Juma Nature, Diamond Platnumz, and Lady Jaydee. He also recorded songs with Ugandan and Kenyan artists such as Nazizi, Nonini, Chameleone, and Victoria Kimani. By collaborating with other artists, he gained more recognition in the East Africa music community.  

Joseph Haule’s political career Joseph Haule successfully vied for Mikumi’s parliamentary seat under CHADEMA Party and got elected in 2015. In 2020, Mr. Haule lost his parliamentarian seat to Dennis Lazaro of Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM). Dennis garnered 31,411 votes, while Professor Jay got 17,375 votes making the latter the new Mikumi Constituency MP. House In 2017, the Swahili rapper's home was demolished. This was a move made by the Tanzanian courts. Mr Haule was devastated. He even called out to the late president Joseph Magufuli citing that the Ksh. 4.6 million home had been built over years of labour in his music career. Unfortunately, the house located in the leafy suburbs of Mbezi, Dar es salaam, had to be destroyed. The house was, among other houses, built on a road reserve named Morogoro Road that was due for expansion into the highway. READ ALSO Nahreel biography: wife, parents, net worth, songs, facts Professor Jay's songs The legendary musician has released albums whose songs have done so well, earning him several accolades. The rapper often releases motivational and educative songs while others focus on various aspects of his life. Below is a list of the albums the musician-turned-politician has released: 2001: Machozi, Jasho na Damu 2003: Mapinduzi Halisi 2006: JOSEPH 2007: Aluta Continua 2014: Izack Mangesho 2016: Kazi Kazi Even though the market looks somewhat saturated with an influx of newbies, Professor Jay is among the musicians who have tried to remain relevant in the industry. Some of his songs are appreciated for their political messages. Joseph Haule and his producer. Photo: @professorjaytz Source: Instagram Professor Jay's new songs include; Utaniambia Nini, which was released on 8th April 2021 and has over 1 million views on YouTube. The song continues to gain traction as the celebrity has surfaced and is being interviewed by several mainstream media. Songs that have put Professor Jay on the map are:  

Hapo Sawa Ndivyo Sivyo Kamili Gado Kipi Sijasikia Nikusaidiaje Naahidi Yatapita Zali la Mentali Kikao cha Dharura Nimeamini Woman Baby Baby Msinitenge Promota Anabeep Sauti Ya Ghetto Professor Jay's accolades Thanks to his musical prowess, the Bongo Flava star has achieved numerous notable milestones. The star has grasped many titles, award wins, and nominations. Here is an overview of his key musical awards: Best Hip Hop album (Mapinduzi Halisi)- 2004 Kilimanjaro Music Awards Best Song (Nikusaidiaje)- 2006 Kisima Awards Best Tanzanian Song (Nikusaidiaje)- 2006 Kisima Awards Best Male Artist- 2007 Pearl of Africa Music Awards Best Ugandan Song (Sivyo Ndivyo ft Chameleone)- 2007 Kisima Awards Best Songwriter- 2009 Tanzania Music Awards Family life Professor Jay is a family man. He tied the knot with his soul mate Grace Mgonjo in 2018. The couple’s wedding was blissful with other celebrities like Lady Jaydee and Diamond Platnumz present. The love birds have one daughter named Lisa Joseph.  

Professor Jay is a talented and diligent musician. With his footprints deep into Tanzania's Bongo Flava, not only has he thrived but also set the pace for other Bongo artists. Joseph Haule’s songs are, to date, appreciated by fans of all ages. Indeed, he is an icon.  

Tuko.co.ke recently published a listicle of the best bongo Flava songs in 2021. The songs come in handy for those looking to update their playlist with the latest Swahili tunes. The list contains different genres of music to suit all tastes, from club bangers, motivational to romantic. The songs are available on YouTube. But you can use online platforms to download your favourite ones. Diamond and other Wasafi artists such as Rayvanny dominated the music charts in 2021. Songs produced by Wasafi records were also among the most popular in Tanzania and East Africa. Some of the tunes to expect from the list include Inama, where Diamond Platnumz collaborated with Congo musician Fally Ipupa. Check out the post to know the rest of the top ten bongo Flava songs.