Elvana Gjata

Elvana Gjata (Albanian: [ɛlˈvana ˈɟata]; born 3 February 1987) is an Albanian singer, songwriter and entrepreneur. Born and raised in Tirana, she has been referred to as a "Diva of Albanian music". She rose to recognition in Albania and other Albanian-speaking territories in the Balkans following the release of her two studio albums, Mamës (2007) and Afër dhe larg (2011). The singer saw further success through many acclaimed singles, as well as her extended plays 3 (2018) and Çelu (2021), and has achieved multiple number one singles in the Albanian singles chart. Gjata has also received numerous awards and accolades, including two Balkan Music Awards, a Festivali i Këngës Award, four Kënga Magjike Awards and a Top Fest Award.

Elvana Gjata
Gjata during a concert, 2015
Born (1987-02-03) 3 February 1987
Tirana, Albania
Other names
  • Ela
  • Elëvana
EducationUniversity of Arts, Tirana
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, actress
Years active2001–present
Notable work
AwardsFull list
Musical career
Genres
InstrumentsVocals
LabelsEast Music Matters (EMM)
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