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Becoming A Pop Star
''Becoming a Pop Star'' ( acronymed ''BAPS'') is the debut extended play (EP) by South African singer-songwriter and rapper Yanga Chief released on 18 October 2019. The release was led by singles "200" and "Utatakho "Utatakho" is a single by South African singer-songwriter and videographer Yanga Chief Yanga Ntshakaza (born October 17, 1987), professionally known as Yanga Chief (or mononymously as Yanga) is a South African rapper and singer-songwrite ...", the prior and latter certified Gold and Platinum respectively by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA). Track listing Awards and nominations References 2020 debut EPs Yanga Chief EPs {{SouthAfrica-music-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yanga Chief
Yanga Ntshakaza (born October 17, 1987), professionally known as Yanga Chief (or mononymously as Yanga) is a South African rapper and singer-songwriter. Born in Mthatha and raised in Queenstown, Yanga studied film studies at University of Johannesburg. Career In late 2000s, Yanga was a videographer for Buttabing Entertainment. In 2016, he co-written Kwesta's song featuring Thabsie "Ngyaz’fela Ngawe" released in February 26, 2016. Yanga wrote and provided vocals for AKA’s song "Jika" released in 2018. In October 2018, his single "Utatakho" was released. The song peak number one on Metro FM Top 40 charts and was certified gold in South Africa selling over 10 000 units. "Utatakho" won Song of the Year at the South African Hip Hop Awards 2019. Yanga made "Utatakho"(remix) the song features the late South African rapper Ricky Rick,Dee Koala and Boity. Yanga ranked number 3 on MTV Base Hottest MC in 2019. In October 2019, his Extended Play ''Becoming a Pop Star'' was r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
AKA (rapper)
Kiernan Jarryd Forbes (born 28 January 1988), known professionally as AKA, is a South African rapper. Born and raised in Cape Town, Forbes gained significance after releasing his single "Victory Lap" which was released from his debut studio album, ''Altar Ego'' (2011). Forbes continued his success by releasing studio albums which include '' Levels'' (2014), ''Touch My Blood'' (2018), Bhovamania (2020) and the collaborative album, '' Be Careful What You Wish For'' alongside Anatii (2017). In April 2020 Forbes alongside vodka brand ''Cruz'' launched the watermelon-flavoured drink with his initial on the bottles. That same month, Forbes was featured as a special guest on WWE ''Live'' events which were held in Johannesburg and Cape Town. As for 2019, he was the roastee for the Comedy Central Roast special. Life and career 1988–2013: Early life, beginnings and ''Alter Ego'' In 1988 Forbes was born. In 2002, Forbes alongside his two friends Vice Versa and Greyhound, formed a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
South African Hip Hop Awards
The South African Hip Hop Awards (commonly abbreviated as SAHHA) are an annual hip hop award ceremony, that celebrates achievements within the South African hip hop culture, established in 2012. The awards are presented annually, and are broadcast live on SABC. The annual presentation ceremony features performances by artists, and some of the awards of more popular interest are presented in a televised ceremony. History The South African Hip Hop Awards (SAHHA) had their origin in 2012. It is presented by Ritual Media Group (RMG) and celebrates great achievements within the local hip hop culture by focusing on how the past has shaped the phenomenon called "SA Hip Hop". The very first ceremony was held at Alex Theatre in Braamfontein, Johannesburg and then moved to the Gold Reef City Lyric Theatre, Johannesburg. The event was initially televised on ETV, but has since moved to MTV Base and to date is on SABC 1. The show is known for breaking out South African Hip hop artists as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |