Kadilida

Biography

Kadilida (born Ashura Omary Naoko) is a prominent Tanzanian female Singeli musician, songwriter, and performer from Dar es Salaam, known for her high-energy tracks like “Upwii” and “Singeli Poli,” representing the raw, fast-paced sound of the Singeli genre, and has performed globally at festivals like Nyege Nyege and Dour. She’s a key figure in the Sisso Records movement, bringing the vibrant street music of Tanzania to international audiences with her frenetic flow and relatable lyrics.