Bruce Melodie: “Colorful Generation” – A Musical Journey Through Life Stories and Triumphs

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Bruce Melodie, who recently released his third album, Colorful Generation, has been a major figure in Rwandan music for over a decade.

Bruce Melodie, born Itahiwacu Bruce on April 2, 1992, is the son of Ntibihangana Gervais and Verène Muteteri. He hails from Kamashahi in the Nyarugunga sector of Kicukiro District, Kigali, where he currently lives with his wife and two children. As the youngest of four siblings—two boys and two girls—Bruce grew up facing many challenges, not due to lack of intelligence but because of family struggles and financial constraints. He attended primary school at Ecole Primaire Busanza and Groupe Scolaire Camp Kanombe, later completing his secondary education at EFOTEC in Kanombe and Lycée Islamique de Rwamagana.

Bruce Melodie: A Dreamer on the Rise to Stardom

Since rising to fame in 2012, he has won several prestigious awards. Notable among them are the Salax Awards, where he won the Best New Artist award in 2014, and the Best Male Artist award in 2020. Bruce also triumphed in the Primus Guma Guma Super Star competition in 2018, reinforcing his dominance in the local music scene. In 2021, he won Best Song of the Year at the Isango na Muzika Awards with his hit “Saa Moya,” a song that resonated deeply with fans during the COVID-19 lockdown, He won Kiss Summer Awards, Hipipo Music Awards and many others.

Bruce Melodie has collaborated with several people over time in his career. Here is a list of his advisors and collaborators in different periods:

  1. Richard Nsengumuremyi (Super Level) – He has worked with Bruce Melodie in various capacities, especially during his earlier years in the music industry.
  2. Jean de Dieu Kabanda – Another key figure in Bruce’s journey, likely assisting in different aspects of his career development.
  3. Lee Ndayisaba – He has also played a role in Bruce Melodie’s professional life, contributing to the music and performance side of things.
  4. Coach Gael Karomba (1:55 AM) – Bruce continues to work with Coach Gael Karomba, even up to the present, as an essential part of his team.

Coach Gael Karomba Owner of 1:55AM and Manager to Bruce Melodie

His musical success extends internationally, with Bruce Melodie gaining recognition at the Trace Awards in 2023 and the Isango na Muzika Awards in 2024, where he was named Best Artist of the Year. Bruce has also graced global stages, performing at major events such as the iHeartRadio festival in the U.S., alongside international stars like Shaggy. His collaboration with Shaggy on the song When She’s Around caught global attention, earning them spots on top media outlets like Good Morning America.

The Colorful Generation album, which features 20 tracks, includes collaborations with international artists such as: Innos B, Nadia Mukami Blaq Diamond, Harmonize, Bien Aime and Joe Boy. Bruce worked with prominent producers including Prince Kiiiz, Element, and Made Beats, and received assistance from a U.S.-based company to promote the album worldwide. Some of the standout songs include “Nari Nziko Uzagaruka,” a tribute to his late parent, and “Nzaguha Umugisha,” a song expressing his faith.

“BEAUTY ON FIRE” BRUCE MELODIE FEATURING JOE BOY

Despite the album’s lengthy production process, including changes in its title and content, it finally premiered in December 2024. Each song on the album carries a unique message, with Bruce aiming to appeal to a broad audience. As he explained, the album title reflects the diversity of life experiences, offering something for everyone—whether it’s spiritual inspiration, a celebration of life, or messages of love and joy.

The album launch event held on December 21, 2025, raised a staggering 26 million Rwandan Francs, with high-profile individuals like Minister Nduhungirehe, Munyakazi Sadate, purchasing copies to support the artist. Bruce Melodie expressed that creating this album was a labor of love, aiming to satisfy diverse tastes while staying true to his musical vision.

Click here to listen “Colorful Generation” Bruce Melodie’s new Album

Bruce’s journey is a testament to resilience and passion, and Colorful Generation is a milestone in his career that continues to solidify his position as one of Rwanda’s finest musical talents.

“WHEN SHE’S AROUND” BRUCE MELODIE Featuring SHAGGY

TRACE AWARDS 2023 – BRUCE MELODIE RECEIVING HIS AWARD

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