Biography
ZAMA, born Rebecca Zama, is a Haitian‑American singer, songwriter, and multidisciplinary artist who embodies the new diasporic generation. Raised in Boston within a culturally rich Haitian household, she grew up at the intersection of multiple worlds: American jazz, soulful R&B, contemporary pop, and the vibrant pulse of konpa and Afro‑Caribbean rhythms.
She began performing at the astonishing age of three, appearing on stages such as Symphony Hall, Ryles Jazz Club, Middle East Downstairs, and the Hard Rock Café. These early experiences shaped an artist whose voice carries both emotional depth and narrative intention — a voice that invites listeners into intimate, expressive spaces.
ZAMA sings in English, French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish, a multilingual versatility that reflects her diasporic identity and allows her to connect with diverse audiences. Her musical style is a refined blend of R&B, soul, pop, modern konpa, and Afro‑Caribbean fusion, forming a hybrid signature that is unmistakably hers.
After an active early career, she paused her artistic journey to pursue law studies, a decision that broadened her perspective and strengthened her commitment to social impact. Her return to music marked a new chapter, beginning with Game Over (produced by Troubleboy Hitmaker), a mature and introspective konpa‑infused track. She continued with collaborations such as Touttan with Kelly Krow, exploring the fluid intersections between R&B, soul, and Caribbean rhythms.
Beyond her artistry, ZAMA is a community leader. Since her teenage years, she has been involved in the town of L’Asile, Haiti, supporting children, contributing to the creation of a music school, and leading educational initiatives. She currently serves as Executive Director of Haiti Global Youth Partnership, an organization focused on education, socio‑economic development, and youth empowerment.
Her work has earned significant recognition, including being named Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters (France, 2024), along with nominations at the Boston Music Awards and Haitian Music Awards.
ZAMA represents a generation of artists reshaping Haitian cultural presence on the global stage. Her vision is bold: to carry Haiti into international spaces while preserving the integrity of her identity. For her, music is a territory where one can belong everywhere while remaining profoundly Haitian.
She began performing at the astonishing age of three, appearing on stages such as Symphony Hall, Ryles Jazz Club, Middle East Downstairs, and the Hard Rock Café. These early experiences shaped an artist whose voice carries both emotional depth and narrative intention — a voice that invites listeners into intimate, expressive spaces.
ZAMA sings in English, French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish, a multilingual versatility that reflects her diasporic identity and allows her to connect with diverse audiences. Her musical style is a refined blend of R&B, soul, pop, modern konpa, and Afro‑Caribbean fusion, forming a hybrid signature that is unmistakably hers.
After an active early career, she paused her artistic journey to pursue law studies, a decision that broadened her perspective and strengthened her commitment to social impact. Her return to music marked a new chapter, beginning with Game Over (produced by Troubleboy Hitmaker), a mature and introspective konpa‑infused track. She continued with collaborations such as Touttan with Kelly Krow, exploring the fluid intersections between R&B, soul, and Caribbean rhythms.
Beyond her artistry, ZAMA is a community leader. Since her teenage years, she has been involved in the town of L’Asile, Haiti, supporting children, contributing to the creation of a music school, and leading educational initiatives. She currently serves as Executive Director of Haiti Global Youth Partnership, an organization focused on education, socio‑economic development, and youth empowerment.
Her work has earned significant recognition, including being named Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters (France, 2024), along with nominations at the Boston Music Awards and Haitian Music Awards.
ZAMA represents a generation of artists reshaping Haitian cultural presence on the global stage. Her vision is bold: to carry Haiti into international spaces while preserving the integrity of her identity. For her, music is a territory where one can belong everywhere while remaining profoundly Haitian.
Discography
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Elson
Alain Bossous Gael Grunder
Nathalie Joachim
Groov' Kompa
New Rebel's
MC Paji
New Generation Music