Artist Overview
Blessing Annatoria Chitapa, known professionally as Annatoria, is a Zimbabwean-British gospel and R&B singer. Born on 20 March, 2002, in Harare, Zimbabwe, she moved to Dudley in the West Midlands, UK, at the age of seven. She gained widespread recognition after winning the ninth series of The Voice UK in 2020. Her music blends gospel, R&B, Afrobeats, and pop, reflecting both her faith and cultural heritage.
Annatoria initially signed with Island Records after winning The Voice UK, releasing her debut album “Count My Blessings” with them in 2021. After parting ways with Island Records, she rebranded and has since released music independently or through partnerships. As of November, 2024, she has partnered with Capitol Christian Music Group and Motown Gospel for some of her releases, including her Christmas EP “Present Jesu.”
