Prezzo Biography, Music Career, Big Brother Africa, Joining Politics, Marriage, and Net worth
28 May 2020
By Omondi Otieno,
Who is CMB Prezzo?
Jackson Ngechu Makini alias CMB Prezzo is a Kenyan rapper, musician and entrepreneur. He is known for his flashy lifestyle.
When was Prezzo Born?
Reports indicate that Prezzo was born 1980 at Pumwani Hospital and raised in Eastleigh; Muyuyu section one until he turned ten when they relocated to Lang'ata.
Which Schools Did Prezzo Attend?
Very little information is available on Prezzo’s life before fame, as such it is not clear which schools he attended.
How was Prezzo’s Music Journey?
Prezzo ventured fully into music in the early 2000s, and is one of the artistes that revolutionized Kenya and the East African Music industry. He dropped his first album dubbed ‘Naleta Action’ in 2004. The album had several songs including; Let’s Get Down, Naleta Action, Mimi na Wewe, Mafans and Leo ni Leo.
For his success as a solo artiste, he founded the Cash Money Brother (CMB) that was made up of him, Nazizi and the late Feroze Hirji, brother to Nazizi. The group produced top hits and dominated local airwaves. CMB faced stiff competition from Ogapo Deejays under the leadership of Lucas, Calif Records under Clemmo and Tedd Josiah’s team that included dynamic duo Gidi Gidi MajiMaji.
In his music journey, he worked with several artistes that include; AY, Talia Oyando, Dogo Janja, Cannibal, Redsan and Victoria Kimani among others.
In 2006, he made headlines after he spent nearly half a million on a music video dubbed ‘PREZZO’. Back then, the cost of producing a video ranged below 50,000 shillings.
What are some of Prezzo’s Top Songs?
- Hamsa Mia
- Let’s Get Down
- Nipe Nikupee
- Nataka Tupendane
- Unataka Nini
- Mafans
- Leo ni Leo
- Sema Nao
- For Sho For Shizzy
- My City My Town
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Did Prezzo Win Big Brother Africa?
Thanks to his lavish lifestyle and massive following in the country, Prezzo was selected to represent Kenya in the big brother 2012 edition. He emerged second, gaining much popularity in the continent and expanding his fan base.
Is Prezzo a Member of the Wiper Party?
The flamboyant musician is a member of Wiper Party led by Kalonzo Musyoka. This was revealed last year, when he posed for photos with Kalonzo during a Wiper Party meeting.
The photos raised speculation that Prezzo was going to vie in the Kibra by-election, but the party dismissed the claim, noting that he will vie in the 2022 election.
Is Prezzo dating?
Prezzo exchanged vows with the love of her life Daisy Kiplagat in 2008, at a function held at the Karen County Club. Together, they were blessed with one daughter.
However, the marriage did not work out, and they ended up separating in 2012. As at now, it is not clear whether he is dating or not.
What is Prezzo’s net worth?
Prezzo is known to live a lavish lifestyle. He drives luxurious cars and has over the years thrown expensive parties.
In addition to music, he is also an entrepreneur, and oversees the running of several family businesses. He is, however, yet to openly reveal his net worth.
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