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March 24, 1977
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Corneille Bio
Cornelius Nyungura, popularly known as Corneille was born on March 24, 1977 in Freiburg, Germany. He is a rhythm and blues French singer. After living in Germany for 6 years, Corneille’s parents moved back to his country of origin, Rwanda.
Influenced by musical icons Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke, and Nat King Cole, Corneille developed an interest in music from an early age. At age 16, he made his first recording, and participated in a music contest in Kigali where he was selected as a finalist.
After fleeing to Germany, following the genocide in Rwanda, Corneille formed a band called Original New Element (O.N.E.) in Montreal. Supported by Ms. Richards, Corneille disbanded O.N.E. in 2001. In 2002, he released his first studio album, 'Parce Qu'on Vient de Loin.' Although initially unnoticed in most parts of Canada, the sales of the album skyrocketed after large promotional efforts made by Corneille's label, Wagram in France.
In 2005, Corneille recorded a song with Senegalese renowned singer, Youssou N'Dour, in support of Unicef and the fight against AIDS. He also released his second studio album called, 'Les Marchands de Rêves'. In 2007, Corneille gained global recognition through record contracts with Sony Music Japan, and UniversalMotown for the World ex-Japan (SMJI), France (Wagram) & Canada (DEJA). On November 20, 2007, Corneille received the award for best International Singer-songwriter by SOCAN.
