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Sheebah Karungi (queen Karma)'s Biography in Summary

Sheebah Karungi (born November 11, 1989) is a Ugandan music singer, dancer, and actress who made her acting debut as Shakira in Queen of Katwe. She rose to prominence following the release of her hit track "Ice Cream" after leaving Obsessions, a dance group she joined in 2006. Ice Cream, a five-track EP published in 2014, was a commercial success for her. Sheebah has also twice represented Uganda at Coca-Cola Studios Africa.

Sheebah Karungi (Queen Karma) Life and work

Sheebah Karungi was born and raised by a single mother in Kawempe, a district of Kampala, Uganda's capital.

She dropped out of Midland High School, Kawempe, in senior two after finishing her basic education at Kawempe Muslim Primary School. She began dancing for money at the age of 15 after joining a dance group named Stingers, which she left in 2006 to join Obsessions Music Group. She acquired an interest in music while with Obsessions, releasing two songs before leaving the band to pursue a solo career.

In 2010, she released her first official single, "Kunyenyenza," which was produced by Washington and written by Cindy. She later released "Bulikyekola," which featured KS Alpha's vocals, and "Baliwa," which featured Coco Finger. It wasn't until she released "Automatic," a song composed by Sizzaman, that her solo career took off. Upon the success of "Automatic", she paired up again with Sizzaman to record "Ice Cream" to tremendous exposure and positive reviews before she went on to release another smash track, "Twesana".

Ice Cream, a five-track EP with big hits including "Ice Cream" and "Jordan," was released in 2014 as her maiden musical project. The EP got positive feedback and helped her win numerous Best Female Artist music awards.

Sheebah Karungi (Queen Karma) Awards & Nominations

• Best Female Artist at the HiPipo Music Awards (2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019)
• Best Female Artist at the Pearl of Africa Music Awards (2020)
• Fashionable Music Video of the Year at the Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards (2017)
• Most Stylish Female Artiste at the Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards (2016)
• Best African Female Artist at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards (2016)
• Video of the Year nomination at the MTV Africa Music Awards (2016)
• Best African Act nomination at the MTV Europe Music Awards (2020)

Sheebah Karungi (Queen Karma) Career

Sheebah Karungi, a radiant and spirited soul, found her way into the world of dance at a young age, joining the vibrant Stingers troupe. Her passion for music grew stronger as time passed, leading her to join Obsessions Music Group in 2006. Her journey took an unexpected turn there, amid the pulsating rhythms, when she discovered her hidden treasure—an entrancing voice that danced harmoniously with her graceful moves.

Sheebah Karungi embarked on a solo odyssey, bidding farewell to the ensemble and embracing her destiny in music. 

Her solo venture was born in the dawn of 2010, and her debut single painted the skies with a promising glow, heralding the rise of a luminous star. Collaborations with KS Alpha and Prince Fahim revealed the breadth of her talent, and her soulful duet with Coco Finger on Baliwa captivated audiences.

However, Sheebah Karungi's musical brilliance was truly ignited and catapulted to greater heights by the enchanting spell of Automatic, a musical masterpiece penned by the talented Sizza Man. A sweet duet with Sizza Man on the melodic symphony Ice Cream only added to her allure, capturing hearts far and wide. Twesana became an anthem in the hearts of her devoted admirers after a chorus of accomplishments.

Sheebah Karungi's indomitable spirit ventured beyond the harmonious notes of her melodic journey, crafting a symphony of success. Sheebah Investments' vivacity echoed through Kampala's vibrant streets, giving birth to The Red Bar—a vivacious sanctuary of camaraderie and jubilation. 

The art of collaboration flourished even more in Red Events, a masterpiece co-created with renowned dancer Cathy Patra. She delved into diverse entrepreneurial endeavors, guided by Natna's baton of Sheebah, proving that her creative brilliance knew no bounds.

Sheebah Karungi embraced the fruits of her labor, adorning her life with splendor, as her symphony of accomplishments reached a crescendo. A regal mansion stood as a testament to her victories, while a boat represented the freedom of her journey.