Gatsheni – Ibhodlela Song
uGatsheni is a South African Singer, songwriter, and artist who took the bold step and relocated from his home town, Kwa-Zulu Natal, for the purpose of finding a greener career path. He, Gatsheni officially began his career in 2012 at the age of 22. In 2021, his song “Emendweni” won Song of the Year, and he was nominated for “Best Maskandi Artist of the Year” in the South African Traditional Music Awards and here, we have a new song from him called Ibhodlela.
The following year, his album “Inhlupheko” sold over 20,000 copies and was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA)
What is uGatshenis’ real name?
The South African vocalist is professionally known as uGatsheni, but his birth name is Mlungisi Khuzani Ndlovu.
How Old is uGatsheni?
Mlungisi Khuzani Ndlovu also known as uGatsheni is 34 years old and was born in 1990. The artist celebrates his birthday on April 14th.
uGatshenis’ latest release “Hit after Hit”
Get ready to groove! uGatshenis’ latest album, Uyihlo Nonyoko, kicks off with the sizzling hot track “Hit After Hit” – a 4-minute, 39-second banger that will get you in a dancing mood. This 16-track album features an all-star lineup, including Big Zulu, Kwasi Nsele, umfoka Msezana, Sne Ntuli, and Jumbo.
Released in December 2023, the artist uses this song to pass a message to his fans about his success in the industry. “With lines like “Ng’hlale ng’shaya mahit unyaka Nonaka” which translates to “I’ve always had hits every year” in English for non-Zulu speakers, the artist showcases his prowess and mastery of his craft.
Just as the name “Hit after Hit” implies, this track was an opening song for the album. The lyrics of this song speak volumes about the artist’s success and reveal that we should expect nothing but a hit from the following tracks.
You can stream and download the track “Hit after Hit” on Apple Music, Boom Play, Spotify, YouTube, YouTube Music, Deezer, etc.
Through years of dedication and perseverance, his hard work was recognized and acknowledged by the esteemed Shotoza Maskandi Awards, where he was bestowed two prestigious honors making him a nationally recognized maskandi artist.
His other albums include, Uyihlo Nonyoko, Isiqgila Sengoma, ISIQENQE, Yimi Inkosi, Inhlupheko, Umakhal’esondela