Munta Dee

Mutawaly Hamdani Saidi (born 14 November 1999), known professionally as Munta Dee, is a Tanzanian Singeli and Baibuda artist, entrepreneur, and fashion brand owner. He hails from Dar es Salaam and is known for his dynamic fusion of rapid Singeli beats and rhythmic Baibuda melodies.

Early Life

Munta Dee was born in Dar es Salaam on 14 November 1999. Details about his education and early influences are minimal, but his musical style draws inspiration from the urban culture of Dar es Salaam and the pulsating energy of Singeli—a genre originating in the city’s Tandale district in the early 2000s :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

Career

He began his professional career in 2022 with his debut single "Baazigar". He quickly gained recognition through follow-up tracks such as "Hamba Wena" and "Nakonda". In 2023, he collaborated with producer Adasco and artists including Buda Zoni, D Voice ("Pesa"), Dogo Elisha ("Hafai"), and Msomali ("Apostiki"). His participation in the widely shared remix of Zuchu's "Honey" significantly boosted his popularity.

Other notable releases include:

• "Sinaga Tambo" (July 2024) — a staple in Singeli playlists:content Reference
• "Blessed" (2025) — an official Singeli video 
• "Far Away" (2024) — a collaborative track with Adasco:contentReference

Record Label Associations

Munta Dee was previously associated with Tilamento The Gang, the record label also home to Dogo Elisha, which provided him with significant industry experience and collaborative exposure.

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Apart from his music career, Munta Dee is a fashion entrepreneur and owns a clothing brand. His signature tagline on merchandise is:

"MIMI SIO TOZZY WEWE"

Personal Life

He is the father of one son, which Munta Dee cites as a strong personal motivation for his work and ambition.

Discography (Selected)

• Baazigar (2022)
• Hamba Wena
• Nakonda
• Pesa (feat. D Voice)
• Hafai (with Dogo Elisha)
• Apostiki (feat. Msomali)
• Honey Remix (with Zuchu)
• Sinaga Tambo (2024)
• Blessed (2025)
• Far Away (with Adasco, 2024)
• Nawe Upo (feat.. Kidene Fighter)
• Mission Impossible
• I Love You (feat. Kidensa MC)
• Money Money (2024)
• Mapenzi Sio Kitu Kipya (2025) ft. Tomax 

Musical Style

Munta Dee’s sound is characterized by:

• High BPM Singeli rhythms: Typically between 200–300 BPM, blending fast-paced percussion and Swahili lyrics :
• Baibuda influences: Soulful melodies layered over rapid beats.
• Collaborative energy: Frequent partnerships with rising East African artists.

Online Presence

• Instagram: @munta_dee1
• YouTube: Official channel "Munta Dee" 
• Linktree: Central access to streaming platforms:Munta Dee | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree

Awards & Recognition

While he has not yet received major national awards, Munta Dee has built a strong grassroots following and is widely streamed across East Africa.