Lawi (musician)
Francis Phiri or Lawi is a singer, song writer and producer from Malawi. He was born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and is currently based in Malawi and South Africa. Lawi entered the music business from a young age and grew up singining gospel in the church choir.
Musician
Musician Lawi was born Francis Phiri in Malawi. His own music style can be describe as a fusion of different music. He is often described as an Afro-soul, gospel and country musician. His song Ofona is a distinct Jazz song whilst songs such as 'The whistling song' have strong country music roots.
As a musician with a consciousness, Lawi's song's ‘Girl Child’ and ‘Mtengo’ advocate for young girls and the youth in Malawi.
producer
He has been a big influence on Malawian hip-hop as a producer who has produced the works of Real Elements David Kalilani, Real ElementsQ Malewezi, and Peter Mawanga
Philanthropy
He has been an ambassador for humanitarian NGOs icare and Plan Malawi.
Discography
Album
- Lawi
Singles
- The Whistling Song
- Amaona Kuchedwa