Gloria Omoruyi

Makanyaga Abdul Reflects on Guiding Bruce Melodie to Success - WATCH VIDEO

Rwandan music legend Makanyaga Abdul takes pride in the role he played in shaping Bruce Melodie’s career. The veteran artist, known for his timeless traditional hits, revealed that a simple piece of advice he gave Melodie years ago still guides the superstar today. Bruce Melodie, now one of Rwanda’s biggest artists, has often expressed admiration for Makanyaga, performing his songs and acknowledging his influence. The two musicians have shared the stage multiple times, including a memorable concert in France. Makanyaga, who has spent over five decades in music, has built a reputation for mentoring young talents, and Melodie was one of them. Speaking to InyaRwanda, Makanyaga recalled meeting a young Bruce Melodie, then just 15 years old, eager to learn music. “He approached me after a meeting, greeted me, and said, ‘I love your music.’ He then asked if he could join my music training sessions,” Makanyaga shared. “I told him, ‘Whenever you are ready, just come.’”