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Héritier Watanabe
Background information
Birth nameHéritier Bondongo Kabeya
Also known as
  • Spiritas
  • La Pulga Moto na tembe
  • La Pulga
  • Goga
Born (1982-08-29) 29 August 1982 (age 42)
Kinshasa, Zaire
(modern-day Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • dancer
  • producer
  • bandleader
InstrumentVocals
Years active1996–present
Labels
Formerly ofWenge Musica Maison Mère

Héritier Bondongo Kabeya (born 29 August 1982), known professionally as Héritier Watanabe or simply Héritier Wata, is a Congolese singer, songwriter, dancer, producer, and bandleader.[1][2][3][4] He is the founder of the Kinshasa-based orchestra Team Wata.[5][6][7] An influential figure in fifth-generation Congolese rumba, Kabeya began singing at 10 years old and soon joined JB Mpiana's Wenge BCBG for practice and public appearances, seeking membership but was eventually repudiated.[8][9][10][11]

Kabeya gained widespread recognition after joining Werrason's Wenge Musica Maison Mère in 2001, where he co-wrote and sang on several of the band's most breakout songs, including "J'en ai assez" (2002), "Nostalgie" (2002), "Demi-Tour" (2005), "Simeon" (2006), "Confession Intime" (2008), "Sol De Mi Amor" (2008), "Par Amour" (2009), "Remise et reprise" (2011), "Le prince de la ville" (2011), "Amour vrai" (2014), and "Kimberny meilleur choix" (2014).[11]

In 2015, Kabeya signed with Obouo Music and Because Music for his debut solo studio album, Carrière d'honneur - Retirada, which premiered the following year.[12][13][14] His second album, Mi-ange mi-démon, released as a double-disc set, debuted with Tout simplement moi (Mi-Ange) on 18 December 2020,[15][16][17] followed by Tout simplement moi (Mi-démon) on 26 February 2021.[18][19][20] Kabeya's third album, Chemin de la gloire, came out on 15 March 2024, garnering 31,000 streams on Boomplay and climbing to 38th place on iTunes France's Top 50 albums.[21]

Early life and career

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1982–1998: Childhood, education and Wenge BCBG

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Héritier Bondongo Kabeya was born on 29 August 1982 in Kinshasa, Zaire (now Democratic Republic of the Congo).[22][23] He was raised by his mother, Mariam, in Bandalungwa and had no contact with his father due to family internal disputes.[24][25] In a Radio France Internationale interview, Kabeya remarked, "I grew up between two working-class, somewhat ghetto neighborhoods in the Congolese capital: Bandal, the birthplace of rumba, and Kintambo, the birthplace of traditional music, two styles that have guided my steps".[26] He has cites Debaba, Papa Wemba, JB Mpiana, Franco Luambo, Tabu Ley Rochereau, King Kester Emeneya, and Madilu System as his early musical influences.[27][28] His nickname "Watanabe" is a tribute to the famous Japanese fashion designer Junya Watanabe, who designed for the Comme des Garçons label.[23] Watanabe began singing in a choir at Saint François Parish of Kintambo at age 10, along with future actor and producer Fiston Sai Sai and soloist Patou Solo.[24] At the age of 14, he met Papy Kakol and Fila Basele, and they would often attend rehearsals of the Kinshasa-based band Kibinda Nkoy alongside Fally Ipupa, Seguin Mignon, and Blanchard Mosaka.[24]

In 1998, Watanabe was spotted by Alain Mpela, a staff member in JB Mpiana's band Wenge BCBG, who subsequently introduced him to JB Mpiana.[24] During his audition, he sang JB Mpiana's critically acclaimed hits "Mulolo" and "Nazareth". Kabeya then participated in Wenge BCBG rehearsals and concerts, guided by Alain Mpela and Jules Kibens.[24] However, his official induction into the band was deferred until he earned his diploma.[24]

1999–2014: Wenge Musica Maison Mère

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In 1999, while Wenge BCBG and JB Mpiana were performing at the Zénith de Paris, Watanabe, who had stayed behind in Kinshasa, was fortuitously spotted by Sankara de Kunta, a companion of Werrason, who had emerged as JB Mpiana's rival following Wenge Musica's disbandment in 1997.[24] Sankara introduced Watanabe to Werrason, who, after testing him on various songs, decided to visit his family to request permission to mentor him in Wenge Musica Maison Mère and ensure that he continued his education as his mother insisted on his completion of the baccalaureate.[24] Alternating with his studies, he was gradually trained vocally to further mature his voice in preparation for becoming a full band member.[24]

In 2000, Wenge Musica Maison Mère was slated to perform at the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy on 16 September 2000.[24][29][30][31] However, during the trip, Watanabe was stranded with guitarist Patient Kusangila during a stop in Brazzaville.[24] Upon the band's return to Kinshasa, he was involved in the preparation for Werrason's 2001 debut album Kibuisa Mpimpa, though he could not join the recordings in Europe because of his exams at the Institut Superieur d'Informatique, Programmation Et Analyse (ISIPA).[24] His vocals were instead performed by other singers. Nonetheless, he gained popularity through the band's interview recordings sold in European countries like France, Belgium, and the UK.[24] The same year, Watanabe earned his baccalaureate in commerce and information technology and decided to devote himself entirely to music.[24]

In 2002, when he was introduced to the public, going by the name "Héritier Gucci", he participated in Werrason and Wenge Musica Maison Mère's double sold-out concert at Zénith de Paris on 26 and 27 April at only 19 years old.[24][32][33] He contributed to the band's studio album À La Queue Leu-Leu, which debuted on 28 December.[24] Although he did not have a solo track, he co-wrote the song "J'en ai assez" with Celeo Scram, performed a duet with Ferré Gola on Elliot Mondombe's song "Nostalgie", and lent his voice to almost every song on the album, either as a soloist or in the chorus.[24]

In June 2004, many key members like Ferré Gola, JDT Mulopwe, Bill Clinton Kalonji, Serge Mabiala, and others left Wenge Musica Maison Mère to form the band Les Marquis de Maison Mère in Paris.[34][24][35] Watanabe considered following them, but in various interviews, he expressed his loyalty to Werrason, stating that he owed him too much to leave him in such a manner.[24] Wenge Musica Maison Mère's maxi-single Alerte Générale was released on 10 December 2004, with Kabeya singing on two tracks.[34][24][36] Alerte Générale signified the dawn of a new era for Wenge Musica Maison Mère, with Watanabe stepping up as the band's director, supported by drummer Papy Kakol.[24] In 2005, Werrason released his second solo album, Témoignage, and Watanabe co-led the song "Demi-Tour" alongside him, filling in for the musicians who departed the previous year.[24] In 2006, Wenge Musica Maison Mère released the maxi-single Sous-Sol, and he contributed vocals only on the track "Simeon".[27] His popularity soared during tours, and he became recognized as the band's most prominent figure after Werrason.[24] In 2008, Watanabe wrote two songs for the album Temps Présent (Mayi Ya Sika) - Vol. 1, titled "Confession Intime" (which was initially meant for Sous-Sol, but Werrason decided to limit the maxi-single to five songs) and "Sol De Mi Amor".[27][37] That same year, Watanabe performed for the third time at Zénith de Paris with Werrason and Wenge Musica Maison Mère, where he was the only singer to deliver vocal solos before Werrason's entrance.[27]

In 2009, the band's album Techno Malewa Sans Cesse Vol.1 was released, with Watanabe contributing the song "Par Amour".[27] Some journalists suggest that he could attain greater success if he minimized the use of French in his songs, as the non-French-speaking population would find them easier to understand. Watanabe performed for the fourth time at the Zénith de Paris with Werrason and Wenge Musica Maison Mère in 2010.[27] On 11 June 2011, Wenge Musica Maison Mère, Fally Ipupa, Magic System, Meiway, Jessy Matador, Patience Dabany, Coumba Gawlo, Oumou Sangaré, Sekouba Bambino, Petit Pays, Passi, Mokobé, Baaba Maal, Alpha Blondy, Manu Dibango, Mory Kanté, and other artists took part in the Nuit Africaine event at the Stade de France.[38] That same year, Techno Malewa Suite & Fin, Vol. 1 was released, where Watanabe signed the song "Remise et reprise" and led the entire first part of "Le prince de la ville" written by Werrason.[27] In 2014, he wrote two songs, "Amour vrai" and "Kimberny meilleur choix", for the band's studio album Flèche Ingeta.[27]

The subsequent year, January, February, and March, were rife with rumors of Watanabe's departure, which Werrason consistently denied.[39] In February, he held his inaugural concert without Werrason and Wenge Musica Maison Mère in Mbuji-Mayi, supported by the Airtel brand.[40] He ultimately submitted his resignation on 8 April to the secretary-general of Wenge Musica Maison Mère.[41][42] One day later, Werrason and his team reacted to Watanabe's resignation by urging him to reconsider, stating it was premature for him to launch a solo career.[41][42]

Solo career

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2015–2017: Solo career debut and Carrière d'honneur - Retirada

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Watanabe departed Wenge Musica Maison Mère on 8 April 2015 and held a press conference on 24 April at Roméo Golf in Kinshasa to announce the beginning of his solo career, stating, "A child who has reached the age of maturity must already think about leaving the family home in order to apply the rudiments of the education acquired. Without a doubt, Werrason is a great trainer full of talent..."[43][44] On 29 April, he held his first rehearsal with his newly formed orchestra, Team Wata, during which he was visited and supported by his former bandmate Bill Clinton Kalonji.[45][46] The rehearsal took place near Zamba Playa, Werrason's rehearsal spot, and close to Ferré Gola's venue, Chez Mama Kulutu 1, 2, 3.[45][46] However, after a few sessions, he relocated his rehearsals to the Kabinda Center in Kinshasa.[44][45][46][47] On 12 May 2015, Watanabe went to Paris to sign a record deal with Ivorian producer David Monsoh's Obouo Music. He signed a three-album deal with Obouo Music and a 5-year publishing agreement with Because Music worth $500,000.[48][49] He performed his debut solo concert at Roméo Golf with Team Wata on 3 July, becoming one of the few Congolese musicians to sell out a concert without having released an album.[50][40] A CD-DVD box set of this performance was released on 5 October 2015.[40]

In 2016, Watanabe and his producer announced his debut solo album, Carrière d'honneur - Retirada.[40] He told Le Point that Carrière d'honneur - Retirada is a reflection of his career, and that the Spanish title signifies "retired".[51] While producing Carrière d'honneur - Retirada, Watanabe gave a concert at Ciné Atlántico in Luanda, Angola, on 5 May 2016.[52] Initially planned for Watanabe's 34th birthday on 29 August, the lead single "BM" was unveiled on 13 July 2016, attracting over 100,000 views on its release day.[40][51] The full album, however, was delayed until 10 November 2016, premiering in both compact disc and digital formats.[40] The physical version of Carrière d'honneur - Retirada contained 14 tracks, while the digital release was divided into two volumes, each comprising 11 tracks. The album featured three collaborations: with Jack Lov on "Abeti Faux", with Wally Seck on "Give Me", and with Fababy on "Cala Boca".[40] By January 2017, Carrière d'honneur - Retirada had sold 20,000 copies.[51] Watanabe officially presented the album during an event at the Béatrice Hotel in Kinshasa on 10 February 2017 and later signed an endorsement deal with Skol beer on 25 March.[53][54] To support Carrière d'honneur - Retirada, Watanabe embarked on a 12-concert tour with Team Wata in Angola in May 2017.[55][56]

Watanabe's first major international solo performance was scheduled for 15 July 2017 at Olympia Hall in Paris. However, just two days before the event, the venue submitted a request to the Paris Police Prefecture to cancel the concert due to threats from Combattants—a dissent faction opposed to President Joseph Kabila and Congolese musicians allied with him—who threatened to carry out a "new Bataclan" attack if Watanabe performed.[57] Although the prefecture initially permitted the concert to proceed, imposing time restrictions and prohibiting demonstrations, disturbances on the day of the event, including vehicle fires near Place de l'Opéra, led Paris Police Prefet Michel Delpuech to cancel the show.[40][57][58][59] On 7 October, he took the stage at Chez Randy Ex-treme in Kinshasa's Ma Campagne neighborhood, and joined JB Mpiana on stage at his Klubb concert.[60][61] Watanabe performed in South Africa in January 2018, and in March, he played two consecutive shows in Lubumbashi.[62][63] He released his previously unreleased track "5ème Vitesse" in September 2018.[64]

2018–2023: Mi-ange mi-démon and performances

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At the end of 2018, Watanabe revealed through Instagram that his second Congolese rumba double album would be titled Mi-ange mi-démon and was slated for release in 2019.[40][65] On 26 November 2018, he released the promotional single "Reine de Saba", with the accompanying music video premiering on 11 January 2019.[66][67][68] Despite the initial April 2019 release target, the album faced several delays, with the launch postponed to December 2019 and then further pushed to January 2020 as the final touches were made in Paris.[69][70][71] On 11 October 2020, Watanabe announced the release of the first single from Mi-ange mi-démon, titled "Désolé", which tendered an apology for the sexual controversies and legal issues that have besmirched his public image.[72][73][74] The single was made available on 20 October, accompanied by a music video directed by French filmmaker Chris Macari.[74] Mi-ange mi-démon was packaged as a two-CD set, with each disc representing a part of the album. The first part, Tout simplement moi (Mi-Ange), was released on 18 December 2020,[75][76][77] while the second part, Tout simplement moi (mi-démon), followed on 26 February 2021.[78][22][79] Tout simplement moi (Mi-Ange) featured appearances from Reddy Amisi and Debordo Leefkunfa,[77] while Jack Lov featured on Tout simplement moi (mi-démon).[78] To support Mi-ange mi-démon, Watanabe presented a sold-out performance at the performing arts theater Showbuzz in Kinshasa on 16 May, where he shared the stage with Werrason.[80][81]

On 12 August, Watanabe was part of the youth delegation received at the Cité de l'Union Africaine to commemorate International Youth Day.[82] Four months later, Watanabe was selected as one of four artists by Minister of Tourism Modero Nsimba Matondo to join the 24th UNWTO General Assembly in Madrid, Spain, to showcase Congolese culture and promote the DRC as a tourist destination through his music and live acts.[83][84][85] Afterward, he attended a reception hosted by Spain's King Felipe VI,[86] followed by the unveiling of his single "Wosso" on 21 December.[87] Watanabe also delivered a performance at the closing of the International Tourism Fair in Madrid on 22 January 2022, then appeared in Istanbul, Turkey, on 19 February at the Gar Musichall,[88][89][90] and followed with a concert at Millionaire Club in Kinshasa.[91] On 17 March, he appeared on the single "Leopards Fimbu International" to rally support for Les Léopards in the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers' playoff stage, with artists Félix Wazekwa, Flaety W. Manuke, Lokua Kanza, Kadiyoyo, JB Mpiana, Barbara Kanam, Koffi Olomide, Cindy Le Cœur, Kristy Diamond, Laetitia Lokua, Adolphe Dominguez, Werrason, Lemiran LEM, Ferré Gola, and Innoss'B.[92][93]

On 25 December, Watanabe took the stage at Stade des Martyrs with Team Wata, attracting a turnout of 50,000.[94][95][96] In May 2023, he performed in Saint-Étienne with Team Wata[97] and later appeared on fellow Congolese singer Samarino's single "Laisse les parler" on 5 November.[98] On August 6, Watanabe and Team Wata performed at the Esplanade Du Palais Du Peuple in Kinshasa as part of the penultimate day of the Nuits de la Francophonie event for the 9th Francophone Games.[99][100] However, during their performance, Watanabe addressed the audience, conveying that their set would not proceed as expected due to a mishap involving Team Wata's key members in Equatorial Guinea and noted that he had to enlist additional musicians for the show.[100] He then performed alongside Ferré Gola, JB Mpiana, Werrason, Félix Wazekwa, and Fabregas Le Métis Noir on 30 September at Stade Tata Raphaël during the "Célébrons le Héros" mega concert, which expressed gratitude to President Félix Tshisekedi for the successful execution of the 9th Francophone Games.[101] On November 24–25, Watanabe achieved two sold-out consecutive concerts in Pointe-Noire and Brazzaville.[102]

2024–present: Chemin de la gloire and La Seine Musicale concert

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Watanabe began working on his third album, Chemin de la gloire, in December 2021.[103] In August 2023, he went to Paris to finalize the album and posted on social media that Chemin de la gloire was nearing completion.[104][105] The album officially debuted on 15 March 2024 as an 18-track double album dominated by Congolese rumba.[106][107] Dan Kalala Kalambay of Ouragan extolled the album as an "unparalleled opus" with "impeccable sounds" and "a forged and nonsensical language".[106] On Boomplay, Chemin de la gloire amassed 31,000 streams and climbed to the 38th spot on iTunes France's Top 50 albums chart.[106] The breakout track "Vacances" garnered over 91,000 views, while "Le Baron" soared past 200,000 views within 24 hours.[106] On 8 June, he showcased the album in Kinshasa with a concert featuring guest artists Gally Garvey, Innoss'B, and DJ Mombochi,[108] and later joined Mike Kalambay onstage at his concert on 27 July at Stade des Martyrs.[109]

On 12 September, Watanabe sold-out La Seine Musicale nine days ahead of his rescheduled concert.[110] He performed many fan-favorites, such as "Remise et reprise", "Par amour", "Confession intime", "Racoeur", "Abeti Faux", "D de D", and "De la République".[111] The concert featured an ensemble of guest musicians, including Sarah Solo, DJ Mombochi, and Werrason.[112][113][114][115] Dan Kalala Kalambay lauded the event as a "historical show", calling Watanabe "undoubtedly an excellent dancer".[111]

Discography

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Solo

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Studio albums

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  • Carrière d'honneur - Retirada (2016)
  • Tout simplement moi (Mi-Ange) (2020)
  • Tout simplement moi (mi-démon) (2021)
  • Chemin de la gloire (2024)

Live albums

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  • Live au Roméo Golf Kinshasa (2015)
  • Concert au Palais de la Culture Abidjan (2019)
  • Tout simplement moi (Live Kinshasa Showbuzz) (2021)

Singles

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  • "S'il te plaît" (2017)
  • "5ème Vitesse" (2018)
  • "Reine de Saba" (2018)
  • "Wosso" (2021)
  • "Opona nga" (2023)

Werrason and Wenge Musica Maison Mère

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Wenge Musica Maison Mère

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  • À La Queue Leu-Leu (2002)
  • Tindika Lokito (maxi-single, 2003)
  • Alerte Générale (EP, 2004)
  • Sous-Sol (EP, 2006)
  • Temps Présent (Mayi Ya Sika) - Vol. 1 (2008)
  • Techno Malewa Sans Cesse vol. 1 (2009)
  • Techno Malewa Suite & Fin, Vol. 1 (2011)
  • Flèche Ingeta (2014)

Werrason

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  • Témoignage (2005)
  • Diata Bawu (maxi-single, 2010)
  • Satellite + 2 (EP, 2012)
  • Éducation (maxi-Single, 2013)

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  49. ^ Diala, Jordache (18 May 2015). "Héritier Watanabe conclut avec le producteur ivoirien Monsoh un contrat de $ 500..." [Héritier Watanabe signs $500 contract with Ivorian producer Monsoh…]. Popafro.com. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
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  52. ^ "Héritier Watanabe fait son premier plein pour sa tournée en Angola" [Héritier Watanabe makes his first refueling for his tour in Angola]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 6 May 2017. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  53. ^ Kikim, Kingunza (7 February 2017). "Le 10 février à Béatrice Hôtel: Présentation officielle de l'album "Retirada" de Watanabe" [February 10 at Béatrice Hôtel: Official presentation of Watanabe's album "Retirada"]. Mediacongo.net (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  54. ^ "Héritier Watanabe est sponsorisé par Skol" [Héritier Watanabe is sponsored by Skol]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 26 March 2017. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  55. ^ "Heritier Watanabe profite de sa journée sur la place à Luanda" [Heritier Watanabe enjoys his day in the square in Luanda]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 16 May 2017. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
  56. ^ "Heritier Watanabe a rendu visite aux réfugiés congolais en Angola" [Heritier Watanabe visited Congolese refugees in Angola]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 20 May 2017. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
  57. ^ a b "Paris: des opposants congolais à Kabila empêchent la tenue d'un concert à l'Olympia" [Paris: Congolese opponents of Kabila prevent a concert from taking place at the Olympia]. Le Parisien (in French). Paris, France. 7 August 2017. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  58. ^ "Le concert du Congolais Héritier Watanabe à l'Olympia interdit après des débordements d'opposants" [Congolese Héritier Watanabe's concert at the Olympia banned after protests by opponents]. BFM TV (in French). Paris, France. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  59. ^ "Le concert d'Héritier Watanabe à l'Olympia annulé" [Héritier Watanabe's concert at the Olympia cancelled]. L'Alsace (in French). 15 July 2017. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  60. ^ "Heritier Watanabe jouera son premier concert après son retour des USA" [Heritier Watanabe will play his first concert after returning from the USA]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 29 September 2017. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  61. ^ "Héritier Watanabe renjoint JB Mpiana sur la scène au Klubb" [Héritier Watanabe joins JB Mpiana on stage at Klubb]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 16 October 2017. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  62. ^ "Héritier Watanabe était en concert en Afrique du Sud" [Héritier Watanabe was in concert in South Africa]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 24 January 2018. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  63. ^ "Trésor Mputu était au concert de Héritier Watanabe à Lubumbashi" [Trésor Mputu was at the Héritier Watanabe concert in Lubumbashi]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 4 March 2018. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  64. ^ "Découvrez "5ème vitesse", le premier générique extrait du prochain album de Héritier Watanabe" [Discover "5ème vitesse", the first theme song from Héritier Watanabe's upcoming album]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 21 September 2018. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  65. ^ "Héritier Watanabe signe son retour avec "Reine de Saba"" [Héritier Watanabe signs his return with "Reine de Saba"]. Music In Africa (in French). 28 November 2018. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  66. ^ "Héritier Watanabe a dévoilé le single "Reine de Saba", extrait de son prochain album" [Héritier Watanabe has unveiled the single "Reine de Saba", taken from his upcoming album]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 27 November 2018. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  67. ^ "Héritier Watanabe annonce le clip de sa chanson "Reine de Saba"" [Héritier Watanabe Announces Music Video for His Song "Reine de Saba"]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 8 January 2019. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  68. ^ "Héritier Watanabe - Reine de Saba (Clip Officiel)". DiaspoRDC (in French). 11 January 2019. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  69. ^ "Héritier Watanabe: son nouvel album arrive en avril" [Watanabe Heir: His New Album Coming in April]. Music In Africa (in French). 20 February 2019. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
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  71. ^ "Héritier Watanabe à Paris pour finaliser son album "Tout simplement moi"" [Héritier Watanabe in Paris to finalize his album "Tout simplement moi"]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 3 January 2020. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  72. ^ Mpiutu, Miguel Jegou (11 October 2020). "Hertier Watanabe annonce la sortie de son single "Désolé" pour octobre" [Hertier Watanabe Announces Single "Désolé" Coming for October]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  73. ^ ""Désolé" de Watanabe attendu le 20 octobre" [Watanabe's "Désolé" Due October 20]. Musique.cd (in French). 13 October 2020. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
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  75. ^ Yunduka, Karim (18 December 2020). "Musique: "Mi- ange mi- démon" d'Héritier Watanabe prêt pour les fêtes de fin d'année" [Music: "Mi- ange mi- démon" by Héritier Watanabe ready for the end of year celebrations]. Adiac-congo.com (in French). Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  76. ^ Kwazi, Raphael (19 December 2020). "Enfin, "Mi-ange mi-démon" d'Héritier Watanabe est disponible" [Finally, "Mi-ange mi-démon" by Héritier Watanabe is available]. Lemag (in French). Retrieved 22 October 2024.
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  78. ^ a b "Sortie officielle du deuxième volume de l'album "Mi-ange, Mi-démon" d'Héritier Watanabe" [Official release of the second volume of the album "Mi-ange, Mi-démon" by Héritier Watanabe]. ACP (in French). 26 February 2021. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
  79. ^ Louzany, Chris (30 November 2023). "Musique: Héritier Watanabe attendu au Congo" [Music: Héritier Watanabe expected in Congo]. Adiac-congo.com (in French). Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 23 October 2024.
  80. ^ "Werrason au concert d'Héritier Watanabe à la salle Showbuzz" [Werrason at the Héritier Watanabe concert at the Showbuzz hall]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 16 May 2021. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  81. ^ Mpiutu, Miguel Jegou (17 May 2021). "Héritier Watanabe fait carton plein à Showbuzz" [Watanabe heir makes a big splash at Showbuzz]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 17 October 2024.
  82. ^ "Héritier Watanabe parmi les jeunes reçus par Félix Tshisekedi" [Heir Watanabe among the young people received by Félix Tshisekedi]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 12 August 2021. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  83. ^ "Les raisons de la présence de l'artiste Héritier Watanabe à l'Assemblée générale de l'OMT à Madrid" [The reasons for the presence of the artist Héritier Watanabe at the UNWTO General Assembly in Madrid]. ACP (in French). 2 December 2021. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  84. ^ Makabi, Gratis (1 December 2021). "Assemblée Générale de l'OMT à Madrid : désigné Mascotte du tourisme Congolais, l'artiste Héritier Watanabe a dîné avec le Roi d'Espagne" [UNWTO General Assembly in Madrid: Designated Mascot of Congolese Tourism, the artist Héritier Watanabe dined with the King of Spain]. Opinion Info (in French). Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  85. ^ Kwazi, Raphael (2 December 2021). "Madrid: Héritier Watanabe désigné mascotte du tourisme de la RDC" [Madrid: Heir Watanabe designated mascot of tourism in the DRC]. Lemag (in French). Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  86. ^ "Héritier Watanabe: "Mémorable grand moment… assis à côté de la table de Sa Majesté le Roi FelipeVI"" [Héritier Watanabe: "A memorable moment… sitting next to the table of His Majesty King Felipe VI"]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 1 December 2021. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  87. ^ "Découvrez "Wosso", le nouveau générique d'Heritier Watanabe" [Discover "Wosso", the new theme song by Heritier Watanabe]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 22 December 2021. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  88. ^ Mwipatayi, Hubert (21 January 2022). "Tourisme: Soutenu par Modero Nsimba, Héritier Wata joue à Madrid ce 22 janvier" [Tourism: Supported by Modero Nsimba, Héritier Wata plays in Madrid on January 22]. Voxpopuli.cd (in French). Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  89. ^ "Après l'Union Européenne, la Team Wata et Kisindjora en terre Turque" [After the European Union, Team Wata and Kisindjora on Turkish soil]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 28 January 2022. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  90. ^ Mansangu, Raphaël (15 February 2022). "Turquie: Héritier Wata en concert "Au revoir" ce 19 février à Gar Musichall" [Türkiye: Héritier Wata in concert "Au revoir" this February 19 at Gar Musichall]. Ouragan.cd (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  91. ^ Mpiutu, Miguel Jegou (30 August 2022). "Hertier Watanabe prodigue un conseil à But na Filet: "Ne t'occupe plus de personne, chante seulement"" [Hertier Watanabe gives But na Filet some advice: "Don't worry about anyone, just sing"]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
  92. ^ Kabamba, Jérémie (18 March 2022). ""Léopards Fimbu", Félix Wazekwa, koffi Olomide, JB Mpiana, Ferre Gola, Héritier Wata, Lokua Kanza, Innoss'B… réunis pour la victoire face au Maroc" ["Leopards Fimbu", Félix Wazekwa, koffi Olomide, JB Mpiana, Ferre Gola, Héritier Wata, Lokua Kanza, Innoss'B… united for the victory against Morocco]. Strong2kin Moov (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  93. ^ "Werrason, Koffi Olomide, JB Mpiana, Felix Wazekwa et pleins d'autres artistes dans la chanson "Fimbu international" en soutien aux Léopards" [Werrason, Koffi Olomide, JB Mpiana, Felix Wazekwa and many other artists in the song "Fimbu international" in support of the Leopards]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 17 March 2022. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  94. ^ "Concert au Stade des Martyrs: À peine monté sur scène, Héritier Wata débute par la chanson "On me dit souvent"" [Concert at the Stade des Martyrs: As soon as he got on stage, Héritier Wata began with the song "On me dit souvent"]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 25 December 2022. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  95. ^ Mansangu, Raphaël (26 December 2022). "Héritier Wata évoque les contraintes de son concert aux Martyrs" [Héritier Wata discusses the constraints of his concert at the Martyrs]. Ouragan.cd (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  96. ^ "Musique: Héritier Watanabe gagne le pari au Stade des Martyrs" [Music: Héritier Watanabe wins the bet at the Stade des Martyrs]. linterview.cd (in French). 25 December 2022. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  97. ^ "Bercy Mwana lâchera-t-il la Team Wata en Europe?" [Will Bercy Mwana release Team Wata in Europe?]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 9 May 2023. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
  98. ^ ""Laisse les parler" le nouveau single de Samarino disponible à minuit" ["Laisse les parler" the new single from Samarino available at midnight]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 3 November 2023. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
  99. ^ "Nuits de la francophonie: Heritier Watanabe en concert avec Gims le même jour à Kinshasa" [Nights of the Francophonie: Heritier Watanabe in concert with Gims the same day in Kinshasa]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 1 August 2023. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
  100. ^ a b "En prestation aux Nuits de la francophonie, Héritier Watanabe revient sur l'accident connu par son orchestre" [In a performance at the Nuits de la francophonie, Héritier Watanabe looks back on the accident suffered by his orchestra]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 6 August 2023. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
  101. ^ "Affluence au stade Tata Raphaël pour le concert "Célébrons le Héros" avec Ferre Gola, JB Mpiana, Werrason, Félix Wazekwa, Heritier Watanabe et Fabregas le Metis Noir" [Crowd at the Tata Raphaël stadium for the "Célébrons le Héros" concert with Ferre Gola, JB Mpiana, Werrason, Félix Wazekwa, Heritier Watanabe and Fabregas the Metis Noir]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 30 September 2023. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
  102. ^ "Héritier Watanabe en concert à Brazzaville et à Pointe-Noire" [Héritier Watanabe in concert in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 29 October 2023. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  103. ^ Bolakongo, Grace (21 December 2021). "Héritier Watanabe: "Je compte sortir mon album en 2022, il faut profiter lorsque les choses vont bien"" [Héritier Watanabe: "I plan to release my album in 2022, you have to enjoy when things are going well"]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  104. ^ "Heritier Watanabe: les enregistrements de l'album "Chemin de la gloire" tendent vers la fin" [Heritier Watanabe: Recordings of the album "Chemin de la gloire" are nearing completion]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 19 August 2023. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  105. ^ "Héritier Watanabe dans les airs pour Kinshasa après la dernière séance d'enregistrement de son album" [Héritier Watanabe in the air for Kinshasa after the last recording session of his album]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 4 November 2023. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  106. ^ a b c d Kalambay, Dan Kalala (18 March 2024). ""Chemin de la gloire" d'Héritier Wata, un pur délice" ["Chemin de la gloire" by Héritier Wata, a pure delight]. Ouragan.cd (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  107. ^ "Heritier Watanabe dévoile enfin son nouvel album "Chemin de la gloire"" [Heritier Watanabe finally unveils his new album "Chemin de la gloire"]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 15 March 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  108. ^ "Innoss'B, Gally et DJ Mombochi invités à la présentation de l'album CDG d'Heritier Watanabe" [Innoss'B, Gally and DJ Mombochi invited to the presentation of Heritier Watanabe's CDG album]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 9 June 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  109. ^ "Bill Clinton Kalonji et Heritier Watanabe également présents au concert de Mike Kalambay au Stade des Martyrs" [Bill Clinton Kalonji and Heritier Watanabe also present at Mike Kalambay's concert at Stade des Martyrs]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 28 July 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  110. ^ Mande, Ordi (12 September 2024). "Concert d'Héritier Watanabe à la Seine musicale: Enfin une catégorie affiche complet" [Héritier Watanabe concert at the Seine Musicale: Finally a category is sold out]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  111. ^ a b Kalambay, Dan Kalala (22 September 2024). "Héritier Wata triomphe à La Seine Musicale de Paris" [Heir Wata triumphs at La Seine Musicale in Paris]. Ouragan.cd (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  112. ^ "Concert d'Héritier Watanabe à la Seine Musicale: But na filet chante "Mon choix " sur scène" [Héritier Watanabe concert at the Seine Musicale: But na filet sings "My choice" on stage]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 21 September 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  113. ^ "Alors qu'elle avait annoncé sa conversion au Christianisme, Sarah Solo sur scène aux côtés d'Héritier Watanabe à Paris" [While she had announced her conversion to Christianity, Sarah Solo on stage alongside Héritier Watanabe in Paris]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 22 September 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  114. ^ "Héritier Wata sur la présence de Werrason à son concert: "Je voulais que pour ma première à Paris, que lui aussi soit là. Parce que chaque enfant bénéficiera de la bénédiction de son père"" [Héritier Wata on Werrason's presence at his concert: "I wanted him to be there for my first performance in Paris. Because every child will benefit from his father's blessing."]. Mbote (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. 22 September 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  115. ^ Mputu, Patrick (24 September 2024). "L'Olympia, le prochain défi de Watanabe" [Olympia, Watanabe's next challenge]. Ouragan.cd (in French). Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
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