Biography

Kasita Carol, widely known by her stage name Karole Kasita, is a prominent Ugandan dancehall recording artist, skilled songwriter, and captivating performer. Her exceptional musical talent and impeccable sense of fashion have earned her recognition and admiration throughout East Africa.

Early Life and Education

Karole Kasita was born on April 25, 1989, in the central Ugandan district of Wakiso. Her journey into the limelight began during her early years, and she quickly garnered a devoted fan base across East Africa. She attended Happy Hours School for kindergarten before moving on to Makerere University Primary School for nearly two terms in Primary One. Subsequently, she transferred to Gayaza Junior School, where her education continued.

For her secondary education, she attended Ndejje SSS for a year and then moved to St. Joseph’s Nagalama, where she completed her O’ levels. Continuing her academic pursuits, Karole Kasita enrolled at Kibibi Secondary School for her A’ levels. After her secondary education, she pursued higher studies at Makerere University Business School, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurship.

Career and Professional Work Experience

Karole Kasita's musical journey began while she was still in secondary school, where she started writing and performing her own songs for classmates and friends. In 2014, she officially entered the music scene and joined the music band S&S, gaining recognition as a potential talent by the audience.

Taking a bold step, she launched her solo career in 2018 and collaborated with Daddy Andre on her first project. The release of her hit singles "Yaka" and "Balance" sent shockwaves across East Africa, quickly turning into regional sensations.

After graduating from Makerere University, Karole Kasita decided to fully pursue her passion for music, recording her first song "Bounce It" in collaboration with another Ugandan artist named Nutty Neithan in 2016. The song became a hit, further establishing her position in the music industry. She continued to create more successful songs like "Binyuma," with the majority of her compositions penned by herself, and a few written by the talented Ugandan musician Ray Signature.

To enhance her live performances, Karole Kasita formed a band called SNS band. Her dedication to her craft and immense talent culminated in the release of her album titled "Limited Edition" on August 11, 2022. The album featured collaborations with artists from various East African countries, including Azawi, Fik Fameica, Arrow Bwoy, Mudra D Viral, Eddy Kenzo, Feffe Bussi, and Brian Weiyz, among others.

Achievements and Awards

Karole Kasita's music career has brought her considerable success, with significant earnings and a reported net worth of over UGX 145 million. In 2020 alone, she earned over UGX 300 million, and she was projected to surpass UGX 57 million in 2022. Her album "Limited Edition" received widespread acclaim, solidifying her position as a renowned artist in the region.

Relationships

Despite her fame, Karole Kasita has kept her love life private. In an interview with Spark TV, she confirmed that she is not yet legally married but revealed that she is deeply in love. Speculations about her relationship with rapper Frank Mukiiza, aka Feffe Bussi, surfaced, but both artists denied any romantic involvement, asserting that they were just colleagues working on music together.

Controversies

Karole Kasita has faced controversies during her career. In June 2020, she was involved in a verbal altercation with her unidentified boyfriend during a live Instagram Q&A, which garnered attention from her fans. She has also been vocal about the issue of "cancel culture" in the Ugandan music industry, advocating that talent should outweigh disagreements and controversies.

Throughout her career, Karole Kasita has maintained her unique style and has expressed her determination to continue dressing as she wishes despite criticism. She has urged event organizers to create a secure environment during performances to limit fans' easy access to artists and prevent harassment.

Notably, Karole Kasita's performances have attracted attention even during her pregnancy, with incidents of unwelcome advances from a photographer on stage, which led to her calling for better security measures at events.

Karole Kasita's journey as a dancehall artist, coupled with her resilience and musical brilliance, continues to captivate audiences and inspire her devoted fans across East Africa.

[h/t: flashugnews]