Kinshasa, September 1st, 2026 (CPA). – The musical legacy of the late Carlyto Lassa, a distinctive voice of Congolese rumba in the 1980s and 1990s in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has been honored by singer Reddy Amisi, following his death in the United States, according to a post by the artist on his Facebook page viewed on Tuesday by CPA. “It is with deep sorrow that I learn of the passing of my brother Carlyto Lassa. I am profoundly saddened by this loss. I pay tribute to the memory of a talented artist who has left his mark on our music and made an indelible impression on the hearts of many music lovers,” has written Reddy Amisi. “We have shared moments, memories and many things that will remain etched in my heart,” he has added. According to Reddy Amisi, the death of Carlyto Lassa, one of the defining voices of the Congolese music scene in the 1980s and 1990s, has plunged the artistic community into deep shock. “Today, I am at a loss for words to express my grief. I pray that God will welcome your soul and that He will comfort your family and all those who have loved you. Rest in peace, my brother Carlyto. You will remain in my heart forever,” he has expressed.
From secular music to pastoral ministry
Carlyto Lassa, whose real name was Charles Ndombasi, passed away on Monday in the United States, where he was staying for religious activities. He had given up secular music to devote himself to pastoral ministry. The announcement of his death was made by his brother and friend in the ministry, the singer Aime Nkanu.