Mnqobi Yazo (born; Mnqobi Lindokuhle Msimango) is a South African singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Maphumulo, KwaZulu-Natal, released his first project ''Iscephu'' in 2018. After he signed a record deal with Mabala Noise, his debut album ''Impi'' (2020), which incorporated elements of African trap, Afro-pop, and maskandi, was certified platinum in South Africa. Yazo has also pursued an acting career. In 2020, he made his on-screen feature debut on television drama series '' The River'', and appeared as a guest on the television series '' Durban Gen'' (2022).

Career

Mnqobi began his musical interest as a rapper while he was still attending primary school. After his matric he studied Performing Art at the Creative Arts College and obtained diploma. His first project EP titled ''Icephu'' was released in 2018. Shortly after he signed a record deal with Mabala Noise, his debut studio album ''Impi'' was released on October 30, 2020. It features Nobuhle, Shwi Nomtekhala, and Musiholiq. The album was certified platinum in South Africa. In November 2020, he made his screen debut on '' The River'' playing a role of Steven. ''i-Stiff'' was released on November 25, 2021. In February 2022, he landed on a supporting role '' Durban Gen'' telenova.

Artistry

Influences

Yazo cited

Bhekumuzi Luthuli Bhekumuzi Luthuli (13 July 1961 - 7 April 2010) was a well known South African ''Maskandi'' musician. Born in Kwa-Maphumulo, near the Kwa-Zulu Natal town of Stanger, he started making traditional Zulu music on a home-made guitar. In the early ...

, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Oliver Mtukudzi as his major musical influences.

Filmography

Awards

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Yazo, Mnqobi Living people Musicians from KwaZulu-Natal South African singers 21st-century South African male singers Year of birth missing (living people)