{{short description|Malawian artist}}{{Infobox musical artist | name = Jay Jay Cee Mw | image = | image_size = | landscape = <!-- No, if wide image, otherwise leave blank --> | alt = | caption = | background = solo_singer | birth_name = | native_name = | native_name_lang = | alias = | birth_date = {{birth date and age|1997|07|01}} | birth_place = | origin = Blantyre, Malawi | death_date = <!-- {{death date and age|YYYY|MM|DD|YYYY|MM|DD}} (death date 1st) --> | death_place = | genre = Fusion Afrobeats | occupation = Afro Dancehall Singer Businessman | instrument = Vocals | years_active = 2013–present | label = | website = <!-- {{URL|example.com}} --> }} '''Juma James Chitsonga''', better known by his stage name '''Jay Jay Cee Mw''' (born 1 July 1997), is a Malawian afro dancehall artist.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Itai |first=Brian |date=2019-05-31 |title=Jay jay cee lives Musical dream |url=https://mwnation.com/jay-jay-cee-lives-musical-dream/ |access-date=2023-12-01 |website=The Nation Online |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=News |first=Times |date=2023-11-07 |title=Jay Jay Cee gets massive support |url=https://times.mw/jay-jay-cee-gets-massive-support/ |access-date=2023-12-01 |website=The Times Group |language=en-US}}</ref> In 2016, he won a UMP awards in the category Best New Artist of the Year and was nominated in the same awards in the category Best Dancehall Artist.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=2017-01-18 |title=Jay Jay Cee speaks on winning first award - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi |url=https://www.nyasatimes.com/jay-jay-cee-speaks-winning-first-award/ |access-date=2023-12-01 |website=www.nyasatimes.com |language=en-GB}}</ref>
== Background ==
=== Early life and career === James Juma Chitsonga was born on 1 July 1997 in Karonga Northern part of Malawi. He developed a passion for music from a young age. Influenced by artists such as Annie Matumbi, Vic Marley, and Movado, he began writing his own songs at age 8. Despite facing challenges in the studio due to his age, he released his debut single "Sister Jessi" at 12, gaining a local fan base. During his secondary school years, Chitsonga slowed down his music pace but continued to entertain his peers. After completing his MSCE in 2013, he rejoined the music scene, joining Mabilinganya Empire through Mady P. His first appearance was on the song "Phone Number," impressing listeners with his verse.
In 2014, Jay Jay Cee released his mixtape "Kupangadzina," featuring artists such as Scola Fella and Young D. The mixtape's success led to chart-topping singles including "Iwe Maliro" and "Ndzakapangira." In 2016, he released his album titled "Dzinalanga," which was set to be released on July 16, featuring collaborations with Nesnes, Saint, and Blaze.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-05-10 |title=Dancehall music artist Jay Jay C back with a new project - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi |url=https://www.nyasatimes.com/dancehall-music-artist-jay-jay-c-back-with-a-new-project/ |access-date=2024-08-13 |website=www.nyasatimes.com |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Mughogho |first=Lyonike |date=2021-05-24 |title=Jay Jay Cee plans to reunite with Toriah Malawi 24 {{!}} Latest News from Malawi |url=https://malawi24.com/2021/05/24/jay-jay-cee-plans-to-reunite-with-toriah/ |access-date=2023-12-01 |website=Malawi 24 |language=en-US}}</ref>
He has worked with various artists such as Nesnes, Blaze, Sir Patricks and Hilco.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Daza |first=Chikondi |date=2023-10-05 |title=Blantyre Arts Festival accused of frustrating Jay Jay Cee's album launch Malawi 24 {{!}} Latest News from Malawi |url=https://malawi24.com/2023/10/05/blantyre-arts-festival-accused-of-frustrating-jay-jay-cees-album-launch/ |access-date=2023-12-01 |website=Malawi 24 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-08-20 |title=Toriah breaks up with Jay Jay Cee: Set to drop 'Birimankhwe' - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi |url=https://www.nyasatimes.com/toriah-breaks-up-with-jay-jay-cee-set-to-drop-birimankhwe/ |access-date=2023-12-01 |website=www.nyasatimes.com |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Bengo |first=Cyrus |date=2020-09-09 |title=Birimankhwe not a diss to my ex Jay Jay Cee, says Toria Malawi 24 {{!}} Latest News from Malawi |url=https://malawi24.com/2020/09/09/bilimankhwe-not-a-diss-to-my-ex-jay-jay-cee-says-toria/ |access-date=2023-12-01 |website=Malawi 24 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Mughogho |first=Lyonike |date=2018-09-28 |title=Jay Jay Cee walks tall with sulingati enawa Malawi 24 {{!}} Latest News from Malawi |url=https://malawi24.com/2018/09/28/jay-jay-cee-walks-tall-with-sulingati-enawa/ |access-date=2023-12-01 |website=Malawi 24 |language=en-US}}</ref>
== Achievements ==
=== UMP Awards === Source:<ref name=":0" />{{Awards table}} |- |2021 |Himself |Best Collaboration |{{nominated}} |- |2018 |Himself |Best Dancehall Artist/Group |{{nominated}} |- |2016 |Himself | Best Newcomer |{{won}} |- |2016 |Himself |Best Dancehall artist |{{nominated}} |- {{end}}
== See also ==
== References == {{Reflist}}
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