Born and raised in Soweto, Nobantu Vilakazi, is a singer who exudes the youthful, exuberant spirit of Amapiano. Weaving her catchy intonations, arresting vocals and relatable storytelling over lockdrums and pulsing basslines.
Beginning her career in earnest in 2014, she's been on a journey filled with resilience and hope, and her long overdue moment in the sun promises a hitladen future. As her trademark “Khurukhutsu” catchphrase conveys.
Nobantu Vilakazi frequented house parties during her adolescence and rose to prominence by hosting events across celebrated venues in the vibrant Johannesburg and Pretoria dance scene. She owns the energy of these performances and her infectious melodies; dance moves and inspired chants separate her from her peers.
Nobantu Vilakazi worked with Luu De Deejay, Sir Trill and Musa Keys, two of whom she crafted her breakout hit “Vula Mlomo”. The power of collaboration in the Amapiano scene has seen Nobantu make statement songs like “Akayi Ndawo” to announce herself, as well as more sultry cuts like “Ngimtholile”.
With these two tracks she shows vulnerability as well as express determination to pursue love and her musical path.
