Ariel Wayz

Ariel Wayz (born Uwayezu Arielle, 2000) is a Rwandan singer and songwriter and one of the leading young voices in Rwandan Afrobeats and R&B. She began her career as a backup singer and rose to national fame in 2021 with the hit song "Away", recorded with Juno Kizigenza. She has released two EPs, Love & Lust (2021) and Touch the Sky (2022), and a debut album, Hear to Stay, and she joined Universal Music Group East Africa in 2025. Born in Rubavu as the fifth of eight children, Wayz began singing at the age of four, and her mother sang in the group Orchestre Ingeri in the 1990s. She won a scholarship to the Nyundo School of Music, where she began studying in 2016. She then became the lead singer of the band Symphony before launching a solo career. She has worked with artists including Bensoul, Saifa and Harmonize, and was nominated for Best Artist – Rwanda at the first Trace Awards & Festival, held in Kigali in 2023. Her debut album, Hear to Stay, a 12-track project, was scheduled for release on 8 March 2025, International Women's Day, to mark four years in music. Quotes "Touch the Sky means a lot to me." On her second EP, ahead of its release on her birthday. Rwandan singer Ariel Wayz set to release new EP Music In Africa (September 6, 2022) "I can't reveal the name at the moment, as it would spoil the excitement. However, I can tell you that the album features collaborations with international acts that will surely elevate my artistry." https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/8532/entertainment/music/ariel-wayz-talks-concert-performance-future-plans-upcoming-album/amp? "The most important thing I've learned is discovering your identity." Speaking about lessons she has learned. Ariel Wayz and Juno Kizigenza Unite at MTN Iwacu Muzika Festival to Celebrate Rwanda's Music Scene InyaRwanda (June 8, 2025) "It is not like everything is in the past now. I can still see the pain and people are dealing with it. But choosing to let had made a big change to our lives.” https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/185453/News/rwandan-youth-share-insights-on-progress-after-the-genocide/amp? “Umwaka umwe ndi mu buzima bwiza. Ntibyari byoroshye, ariko kubona ubufasha byampaye amahirwe yo gukira! Nzahora nshima kandi nishimira aho ngeze.” ("One year living in a good life. It wasn't easy, but getting support gave me the chance to heal! I will always be thankful and celebrate how far I have come.") https://inyarwanda.com/rw/amakuru/ariel-wayz-mu-byishimo-byinshi-yizihiza-umwaka-amaze-ahagaritse-gukoresha-ibiyobyabwenge--1789390711852? "This summer, I will be releasing the said singles, and perhaps afterward, I'll provide more details about the album." https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/8532/entertainment/music/ariel-wayz-talks-concert-performance-future-plans-upcoming-album/amp? During this period of remembrance, we should unite in fighting genocide ideology wherever it exists https://inyarwanda.com/rw/amakuru/kwibuka32-ariel-wayz-arasaba-abahanzi-kongera-ibihangano-bihumuriza-abarokotse-jenoside-yakorewe-abatutsi-1775755407674?utm_source=chatgpt.com. inyarwanda.com (September 20, 2026) If you want to start your music career, you have to know what you want. Yasuye abiga ku Nyundo! Ariel Wayz ku cyafasha abari ku ntebe y’ishuri ry’umuziki ku isoko. inyarwanda.com (September 20, 2026). It would have been better if we had others, so that it wasn't only me. Ariel Wayz yasabye ko umubare w’abahanzikazi muri MTN Iwacu Muzika wongerwa. inyarwanda.com (September 20, 2026). There is a lot of proof now that music is worth it. What I can tell my fellow rising artistes is not giving up and stay positive. Ariel Wayz and Juno Kizigenza’s ‘Away’ hits a million views in less than a month. New Times (September 26,2026) I overcame the fear of loving my body because it’s been a long time of me hating my own body. Ariel Wayz on music, self-love and why body-shamers will not stop her. New Times (September 26,2026) I overcame the fear of loving my body because it’s been a long time of me hating my own body. With this EP I decided to not be afraid anymore,” the singer says. Ariel Wayz on music, self-love and why body-shamers will not stop her. New Times (September 26,2026) I am never going to change for them. This is just the beginning. Ariel Wayz on music, self-love and why body-shamers will not stop her. New Times (September 26,2026) Embracing my body is a sign of acceptance and loving who I am with no fear of what people think. Ariel Wayz on music, self-love and why body-shamers will not stop her. New Times (September 26,2026) I can say that right now my music is growing day by day and I’m proud of what I’ve achieved so far. Ariel Wayz on music, self-love and why body-shamers will not stop her. New Times (September 26,2026) I gained valuable insights, connected with influential individuals, and found inspiration in the dedicated team who organized the event. Ariel Wayz on her Move Afrika experience. New Times (September 26,2026) Being confident is not just about overcoming shyness; it is about showing what you can do and going out to seek opportunities. Ariel Wayz yakanguriye abakobwa kwitinyuka badashira isoni. Inyarwanda (September 26,2026). External links Category:Women from Rwanda Category:Singers Category:Living people