Get To Know David Mathenge (Nameless): Biography, Age, Career, Net Worth, Height, Relationship & More
David Mathenge (Nameless)’s Biography
David Mathenge, best known by his stage name Nameless was born on 1 August 1976. Nameless began his formal education at Nairobi Primary School and went on to Strathmore Secondary School to further his education. To pursue his dream of becoming an architect, Nameless enrolled at the University of Nairobi.
David Mathenge (Nameless)’s Nationality
David Mathenge (nameless) is Kanyan.
David Mathenge (Nameless)’s Net Worth
Despite his exact net worth not being known, Nameless has made quite a fortune from his career as he has performed on stages across Africa, the U.S, U.K, and beyond.
David Mathenge (Nameless)’s Nationality
He attended his basic education in Nairobi but it is not known which tribe or ethnicity he hails from.
How old is David Mathenge (Nameless)
David Mathenge (Nameless) is 47 years old as of 2023.
David Mathenge (Nameless)’s Height & Weight
Nameless’ height and weight is currently unknown.
David Mathenge (Nameless)’s Music Career
Through his musical abilities, Nameless has paved the way for many artists in the country to gain international recognition and collaborate with other African artists.
The song Megarider by Nameless was performed in 1999. The song became his ticket to success in the music industry after he won a star-search competition, and he became a star.
He then recorded the song with renowned producer Tedd Josiah. The song spent weeks at the top of the charts as a major success. It’s a song about a young man who invites a girl out but cannot afford her lavish lifestyle demands.
On the hit song Boomba Train, he collaborated with the late E-Sir. In 2001, when he signed with the Ogopa Deejays label, the musician’s career took an upward turn.
2002 saw the collaboration between the musician and Amani on Ninanoki, a song that cemented Nameless’ place in music history. Their single remained at the summit of the Kenyan charts for four months.
Through his musical abilities, he has paved the way for many artists in the country to gain international recognition and collaborate with other African artists.
Nameless Genre
Afro Pop
Nameless Location
Kenya
Nameless Socials Media
He used to go by the names Slimy Talls and The Mechanic before settling on the moniker Nameless and going pro with it.
David Mathenge (Nameless)’s Wife, Children, Personal Life and Controversy
Kagwi and Nameless married in a private wedding. Tumiso Mathenge, born in 2006, and Nyakio Mathenge, born in 2013, are their two daughters.
Conflict arose over copyright rules, with Nameless accusing the Jamalis of stealing his work and failing to give him credit for his intellectual property.
When Jamali released their album, “Yours Fatally,” the case was settled, and Nameless was given credit as a writer for the song Maisha.
There were rumors that E-Sir, who used to work closely with Nameless, sacrificed himself for financial gain after his death.
David Mathenge (Nameless)’s Awards Won By Nameless
- 2004 Kisima Music Awards – Best Boomba Pop Artist
- 2006 Kisima Music Awards – Best Male Artist, Best Afro Fusion & Best Music Video (Sinzia).
- 2006 Pearl of Africa Music Awards (PAM Awards) – Best Male (Kenya)
- 2007 Tanzania Music Awards – Best East African Single (Sinzia).
- 2007 Channel O Music Video Awards – Best Male Video (“Sinzia”)
- 2008 Pearl of Africa Music Awards – Best Kenyan Male Artist
- 2008 Kisima Music Awards – Male Artist of the Year & Best Video (“Salari”)
- 2009 Tanzania Music Awards – Best East African Single (“Salari”)
- 2009 MTV Africa Music Awards – Best Male & Listener’s Choice
