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Some of the songs he did include “Chikashana”, “Sera”, “Bamudala”, “I’ll Be Waiting" and "Nakupenda".<ref name=lt/>
Some of the songs he did include “Chikashana”, “Sera”, “Bamudala”, “I’ll Be Waiting" and "Nakupenda".<ref name=lt/>
In late 2016, Chibangu was featured on the song “I Miss You” by [[Petersen Zagaze]].


==Awards==
==Awards==

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Joe Chibangu
Joe Chibangu.jpg
Background information
BornNdola, Zambia
Died3 February 2017
Lusaka, Zambia
GenresR&B,
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, producer
Years active1995—2017
Associated acts

Joe ‘The Ambassador’ Chibangu (died 3 February 2017) was a Zambian artiste and music producer.

Early life

Chibangu was born in Ndola. He started doing music in 1995 after he was inspired by his late father who was a music producer.[1]

Career

In the late 90s Chibangu was a member of the Rap Prophets. He then moved and formed Melt Down with fellow artiste Mainza. The duo released R&B hits such as "Na Bwalya".

He also worked with Yesu Culture, a gospel and afro rhythm band. When Chisha Folotiya formed Mondo Music in 1999, he signed Chibangu as head producer alongside C.R.I.S.I.S and Mainza.

Before releasing his own album, Chibangu worked and collaborated with other artists. His debut album was “The Ambassador” and was released under Mondo Music.

Some of the songs he did include “Chikashana”, “Sera”, “Bamudala”, “I’ll Be Waiting" and "Nakupenda".[1]

In late 2016, Chibangu was featured on the song “I Miss You” by Petersen Zagaze.

Awards

Chibangu was a previous winner of the Best Male Award at the Azami Awards. He was also a two time nominee for the Best Male Southern Africa at the KORA Awards.[2]

Personal life and death

Chibangu was married to Jubilee and the couple had two children. On 3 February 2017, Chibangu died at his home in Lusaka. He died in his sleep and was rushed to the hospital where he his death was confirmed.[1]

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