Lydia Jazmine

Full Name: Lydia Nabawanuka
Stage Name: Lydia Jazmine
Date of Birth: July 27, 1991
Place of Birth: Masaka, Uganda
Nationality: Ugandan
Profession: Singer, Songwriter, Performer

Early Life & Education
Lydia Jazmine was born in Masaka and ra... See More

Full Name: Lydia Nabawanuka
Stage Name: Lydia Jazmine
Date of Birth: July 27, 1991
Place of Birth: Masaka, Uganda
Nationality: Ugandan
Profession: Singer, Songwriter, Performer

Early Life & Education
Lydia Jazmine was born in Masaka and raised in Kampala, Uganda. She attended Cityland Primary School and later St. Mary's School Namaliga for her secondary education. She later pursued a degree in Business Administration and Management at Multitech Business School in Kampala.

Musical Journey
Lydia started her music career singing in school and church choirs, but she gained industry attention as a backup vocalist for established Ugandan artists like Radio & Weasel, Bebe Cool, and Juliana Kanyomozi.

Her big break came in 2014 with the release of “You Know”, a collaboration with Rabadaba. She followed it up with popular hits like:

Same Way (feat. Geosteady)

Masukka

Ebintu Byange

Mega

Kapeesa

Style & Influence
Lydia Jazmine is known for her powerful voice, versatile style, and fashion-forward image. Her music blends Afrobeat, dancehall, and contemporary R&B, making her one of Uganda’s most versatile female artists.

Achievements & Highlights
Performed at major events like Coke Studio Africa and Blankets & Wine

Nominated and won multiple local awards

Recognized as a style icon in Ugandan showbiz

Fun Facts
She’s passionate about women empowerment

She loves fashion and often designs her own looks.