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It has been said that Ethiopian-born, singer/songwriter Wayna posses a voice that is as sweet and pure as it is honest and passionate. This young talent’s love for music started as a child, when she starred in theater productions like “Annie,” and “Damn Yankees” and toured with a children’s musical review company. Wayna went on to hone her vocal talents as a young adult by absorbing the works of her favorite artists, including Minnie Riperton, Billie Holiday, Stevie Wonder, and Donny Hathaway.
While in college, Wayna was crowned Miss Black Unity of the University of Maryland in 1995, earning a one year tuision scholarship and special honors for “Best Talent” and “Best Response to Question” at the 17th annual pageant. The following year, she founded a gospel quartet and performed with the group at the World Famous Apollo Theater in Harlem, NY, where they placed as finalists in the Amateur Night competition. She traveled with the critically acclaimed University of Maryland Gospel Choir and regularly performed at churches and gospel showcases throughout the East coast.
After earning a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in English and Speech Communication from the University of Maryland, Wayna began her profes...
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Top 10 Wayna Songs
Mr. Duracell
My Love
A New Scenery
Not Gonna Go
Billy Club (Feat. Muhsinah)
Daydream
Midnight Rendezvous
Lovin You (Music) (feat. Kokayi)
Mama's Sacrifice
Stalking Horse (The Cuba Joint)
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Top 10 Wayna Albums
Moments of Clarity, Book 1
Moments of Clarity - Book I
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