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Zily Brings Mayotte's Music to Paris Stage as First Female Artist at Casino de Paris

artist · 2026-03-24

Zily, a singer from Mayotte, will perform at the Casino de Paris, becoming the first woman to showcase Mahoran music at this venue. She began singing debaa music as a child with her grandmother and later composed songs for weddings. Her success has allowed her to pursue music professionally while representing the cultural heritage of the Indian Ocean region, including influences from Madagascar.

Key facts

  • Zily will be the first female artist to present Mahoran music at Casino de Paris
  • She started singing debaa music as a child with her grandmother
  • Zily was born in Mayotte and incorporates its languages and cultural elements
  • Her musical heritage includes influences from Madagascar
  • She initially composed songs for wedding ceremonies before achieving broader recognition

Entities

Artists

  • Zily

Institutions

  • Casino de Paris

Locations

  • Mayotte
  • Paris
  • Madagascar

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