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Busiswa

South African singer and songwriter (born )

Not to be confused with Bucie.

Musical artist

Busiswa Gqulu (born 8 November ), known mononymously as Busiswa, is a South African singer-songwriter and poet.

Born in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa,[1] she gained public recognition for her feature on DJ Zinhle's song, "My Name Is", after being discovered by Kalawa Jazmee's CEO Oskido.[2]

After a successful collaboration with DJ Zinhle, she released hits singles includes; "Ngoku", "Lahla", and was featured on Bhizer's hit, "Gobisiqolo".[3] On 8 December , she released her debut album, Highly Flavoured, preceded by single, "Bazoyenza".

Throughout her career, Gqulu has received numerous accolades. In , she was named in the Mail & Guardian Young South Africans.[4]

Early life

Busiswa Gqulu was born on 8 November in Mthatha, Eastern Cape.[5] When she was young, her family relocated to Durban due to work by her parents[5] At the age of 15, Gqulu grew passion for writing poems.

"I've been doing poetry since when I was in Grade 11", she recalled.[6] She performed her first poetry work at her grandmother's funeral.[7] In , she joined the collective Juvenile Basadzi Women of Poetry.[8][9] Since then, she performed her poetry at corporate events, poem sessions,[10] talent shows,[11] and festivals.

She also hosted her monthly poetry events which are called "1st Word Sessions" at the Bat Centre in Durban.[12]

After high school,[13] Gqulu performed her poems while trying to find a proper job.[14] She was then employed at an art centre to teach school children arts.[15] Gqulu's parents supported her career preference as they had no capital to take her to university.[16][17]

Education

Busiswa matriculated in at Mowat Park High School in Durban.

After matric she went to the University of KwaZulu-Natal where she did Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Commerce degrees. However, she could not complete her studies because of financial difficulties and chose to pursue a career in the arts.

Career

– Career beginnings

While performing at dwell poetry readings, she met a befriend who introduced her to Sir Bubzin.[18] Sir Bubzin invited her while producing the tune "Syaphambana".

He then suggested to feature her in performing her poems on the track.[8] Gqulu and Sir Bubzin were later signed to Kalawa Record by the CEO, Oskido, after he heard the song.[19] The lyric was later released on the first Kalawa Jazmee Dance compilation in [20] Later that year, Gqulu was called by Oskido to record "My Name Is Busiswa" which was produced by DJ Zintle.[21]

The collaboration resulted in a co-writing credit for Gqulu.[22] After recording the song in , she moved to Johannesburg in signing with Kalawa Jazmee Records.[9] The song was a hit and It received extensive airplays in South African radio stations since its release.

Gqulu got gigs in several countries, including Zimbabwe, Angola, and Namibia. The song earned nominees at the Channel O Africa Tune Video Award including Most Gifted Dance Video and Video of the Year. The song scoped another nomination at the South African Music Award for Tape of the Year.[23]

– Ngoku and Clash of Choirs

"Ngoku" was released on 11 March as a non-album single on iTunes.

The song was accompanied by a video released on YouTube.[24] "Ngoku" became a dance hit with its catchy chorus. The footpath got several airplays and was commercially successful. Gqulu promoted the single by performing it on music show Club, with Oskido.

At the Channel O Africa Music Video Award, the ballad won Most Gifted Dance category and she performed the lyric later in the awards ceremony.[25]

In November , Gqulu released a single, "Lahla"[26] featuring Dj Bucks and Uhuru.

Busiswa Gqulu born 8 Novemberknown mononymously as Busiswais a South African singer-songwriter and poet. After a successful collaboration with DJ Zinhle, she released hits singles includes; "Ngoku", "Lahla", and was featured on Bhizer's hit, "Gobisiqolo". Throughout her career, Gqulu has received numerous accolades. She also hosted her monthly poetry events which are called "1st Word Sessions" at the Bat Centre in Durban.

The song's video accumulated 1&#;million+ views on YouTube.[26] Gqulu along with Dj Bucks, performed the lyric live on SABC1 music reveal Live Amp.[27] She also performed the song at the Metro FM Awards.[28][29]

In September , Gqulu joined the fourth season of Clash of the Choirs, as a Choirmaster with Kelly Khumalo,[30] Anele Mdoda,[31]JR, Bucie,[32] Sifiso Ncwane and IFANI.

She was the choirmaster of the KwaZulu-Natal.[33] Her team was eliminated after a battle with team Western Cape led by IFANI.[34]

– Highly Flavoured and Summer Life

In August , Gqulu announced that her debut album would be titled Highly Flavoured.

Throughout the remainder of , Gqulu was featured on several singles including Tipcee "Isichathulo" and Dj Maphorisa "Vuvushka" and "Midnight Starring".[35][36] "Bazoyenza" was released as the lead single for the album.

Gqulu released her debut album Highly Flavoured, which features DJ Maphorisa, Busi N, DJ Athie, Da Fre, DJ Toxic, Nokwazi, Moozlie, Lando and Yasirah. The album was nominated at the South African Tune Awards for Best Kwaito Album and for Best Female Artist.[37]

Gqulu officially announced her second studio album release, Summer Life, on her Instagram account; the album was released on 12 November , independently, under Ngqulu recent, own company Busiswa Entertainment.[38][39] On 31 August, Prince Kaybee released "Banomoya" featuring Busiswa and TNS.[40]

In , Ngqulu received two nomination at the 25th South African Music Awards, in the Optimal Dance Album category for her critical acclaimed album Summer Life and Best Female Category.[41] Also in , Busiswa featured on Beyoncé's The Lion King: The Gift album, on the path "My Power".[42]

Present: AmaPiano crossover and My Side Of The Story

In , she collaborated with South African Amapiano musician, Gaba Cannal on the single Umhlaba Wonke.[43] In that same year, she released her 3rd studio album titled My Side Of The Story which was built of AmaPiano songs, a departure from her dance and Gqom sounds also crossing over to AmaPiano.

The album was supported by two singles, "Sbwl" which featured Kamo Mphela[44] and "Makazi" in which she featured Mr JazziQ.[45]

At the MTV Africa Music Awards, she received a nomination for Best Female act.[46]

Personal life

Gqulu spent her early years under the care and guidance of her late mother and grandmother who were a great influence in shaping her strong personality.[47] On 8 November , she revealed that she was pregnant on her Instagram account.[48] On 8 January , Gqulu gave birth to a son, Kgosi Lakhanya Gqulu.[49][50]

In March , her own-created documentary-reality show title "Her Majesty: Busiswa" premiered on BET Africa.[citation needed]

Other ventures

In addition to her music and poetry, Busiswa also works for Art for Humanity (AFH[51]) where she provides workshops for school children,[1] as a means to help develop an appreciation for poetry and the visual arts.[52] Gqulu also works with the Umlazi District Department of Education's Youth Development Office, tutoring learners on public speaking, debating and performance poetry.[53]

Accolades

Awards and nominations

Award

Wins

Nominations

South African Tune Awards 0 2
Metro FM Awards 0 1
Channel O Africa Song Video 1 3
All Africa Harmony Awards 1 1
Mtv Africa Tune Awards 0 1
Wins4
Nominations12

Note

  1. ^Certain award groups do not simply award one winner.

    They acknowledge several different recipients, have runners-up, and have third place. Since this is a specific recognition and is different from losing an award, runner-up mentions are considered wins in this award tally. For simplification and to evade errors, each award in this list has been presumed to have had a prior nomination.

Busiswa's contribution to the South African music industry has garnered her multiple awards and nominations in several music award South African Music Awards,[54] Metro FM Harmony Awards,[55] the Channel O Song Video Awards and MTV Africa Music Award In , she was named in the Mail and Guardian's Top Young South Africans.[56]

South African Music Awards

The South African Music Awards (also recognizable as The SAMAs) are the Recording Industry of South Africa's music industry awards, established in

Metro FM Awards

Metro FM Melody Awards is an annual awards ceremony that was established in by Metro FM with the aim of offering its listeners to honour their favorite South African artists.[57] Busiswa has received one award nominations.

All Africa Music Awards

Channel O Africa Melody Video Award

First held in as Reel Music Video Awards, the Channel O Africa Music Video Awards are Pan-African music awards organised by South Africa-based television channel Channel O.

Busiswa has won the award once.

MTV Africa Music Awards

The MTV Africa Harmony Awards were established in by MTV Networks Africa to observe the most popular contemporary song in Africa.

Feather Awards

Discography

As steer artist

See also

References

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    Busiswa Gqulu, widely recognized by her stage name Busiswais a South African music sensation known for her energetic Gqom beats, dynamic Amapiano tunes, and socially conscious lyrics. Busiswa Gquluprofessionally known as Busiswawas born on November 8,36 years old in Mthatha, South Africa. At age 15, she began performing spoken word, soon becoming known for her powerful performances and unique voice. With this hit, She became a prominent figure in Gqom music, a genre rooted in South African house and dance traditions.

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    Busiswa Gqulu, professionally famous as Busiswa, was (born on November 8, , 35 years old) in Mthatha, South Africa. Growing up in a little village in the Eastern Cape, her passion for poetry and music started early, inspired by her community’s rich cultural heritage.

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