Eric Wainaina (musician)

Eric Wainaina is a Kenyan singersongwriter. His career was launched with his debut album, Sawa Sawa, in 2001. Wainainas music is a blend of Kenyan Benga rhythm and East African guitars, with some modern harmony.

Wainaina was born in Nairobi, Kenya, to George Gitau Wainaina and Margaret Wangari Wainaina. He has one brother, Simon Wainaina. His love for music started at a young age. He got a piano at age 4, originally intended for his brother Simon who instead took keen interest in football. Wainaina thus grudgingly took piano lessons. He actively participated in the choir throughout elementary and high school at St. Marys School, Nairobi, save for a short stint in basketball. Whilst growing up, Wainaina was influenced musically by international artists such as Papa Wemba, Youssou NDour, Lokua Kanza and Paul Simon.

Source: Wikipedia