Rigga (real name Charles Righa) is a Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Actor, Spoken Word Poet (Recording/Performing Artiste) from Nairobi, Kenya (East Africa). His musical content and world view is heavily influenced by his Christian faith as he seeks to create content that edifies the youth of the African continent.

Rigga's maiden project was the highly acclaimed debut album titled "The Awakening" released in December 2007. This album was produced by David "Blackman" Muthami while under the Kijiji Records stable and had notable hits such as the single "Ibada Yangu" and "The Tongue."

After a brief hiatus, Rigga made his comeback to the music scene as an Artiste / Ast. Creative Director on the "Freedom Mixtape" (alongside Jaaz Odongo in 2012). In December 2012, Rigga released his sophomore album project dubbed "Urban Prayers". This album project features the production talents of Jaaz "That Guy" Odongo, David "Blackman" Muthami & Patrick "Saint P" Mbaru. The singles from Urban Prayers include "Sina Chorus" & "Ring Finger". Rigga's sound has grown and evolved over the years to be more eclectic and versatile.

Rigga has received numerous nominations from a host of award schemes over the years including the 2013 Annual Groove Awards, where he was nominated for Album of the Year & Hip Hop Song of the Year (for "Urban Prayers" & "Sina Chorus" respectively.)

Associated acts include: Kanjii Mbugua, Neema Ntalel, Astar, Atemi Oyungu, Bupe, Noel Nderitu, Lisa Oduor-Noah, Dan "Chizi" Aceda, Kato Change and a host of others.

A lover of music and song seeking to bring hope and light to the masses.

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