How Elvis Lenzy is carving his path to Rwandan music spotlight
Sun, March 16, 2025 | Rwanda
You may have heard his name buzzing in Rwanda’s music scene, especially after his debut single ‘Tina’ caught people’s attention in early January. But who is Elvis Lenzy beyond the music? Born Elvis Inyarubuga, Lenzy on July 2, 2003, in Ngoma District, Eastern Province, Lenzy was raised by his aunt after losing his parents at a tender age. He attended primary school at New Life Christian Academy in Kayonza before joining high school at Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village, a Rwamagana-based school known for nurturing musical talents like Juno Kizigenza and upcoming producers like Compressor, who is currently part of the 1:55 AM. It was at Agahozo that Lenzy had his first real studio experience, recording songs and collaborating with friends who still play a role in his music career today. ...