Moneoa Moshesh bio: age, family, songs, acting, nominations, awards, profile
Moneoa Moshesh is a talented South African musician that sings a combination of afro-pop and neo-soul. Some of her hit songs include Pretty Disaster and Isibhanxa. Moshesh is also a great actress. She starred in the 2019 award-winning film called Back of The Moon as Eve.
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The songstress is also recognized as the niece of Nthati Moshesh, a South African award-winning actress. How well do you know the singer? Below is a detailed Moneoa Moshesh biography.
Moneoa Moshesh profile summary
- Full name: Moneoa Moshesh-Sowazi
- Date of birth: 6th November 1989
- Moneoa Moshesh age: 31 years old as of 2020
- Nationality: South African
- Occupation: Singer, songwriter, dancer, actress
- Moneoa Moshesh record labels: Gallo Record Company, Bula Music, CCA
- Instagram: @moneoa
- Twitter: @Moneoa
Personal life
The musician was born on 6th November 1989 in Mthatha and was raised in Berea, Durban, by a single mother, Treaty Ntsoaki Moshesh. She has a sister called Pale. Her grandmother, a successful businesswoman, made history as the first woman to become a self-made female millionaire in Mthatha in 1976. Unfortunately, her mother and aunts did not know how to invest and ended up wasting all the inheritance in a few years.
Moneoa Moshesh career
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Moshesh is an accomplished musician that sings a combination of afro-pop and neo-soul. She came into the limelight in 2012 after releasing Pretty Disaster and Isibhanxa hit songs. The songstress has also collaborated with stars like DJ Culoe De Song and Lebogang Shugasmakx Mothibe on the song called Take it Easy.
The singer has released two Moneoa Moshesh albums, including Coming From Going To (2014) and Ndim Lo (2015). The following are some of Moneoa Moshesh songs:
- Ziph’ Inkomo
- Yekelela
- Mama
- Pretty Disaster
- Isibhanxa
- More Than You
- Lalala
- Vele Vele
- Nothing You Can Say
- We Are More
The musician is also a talented actress. She starred on Rhythm City soapie in 2015 as Jesse. She has also made guest appearances on popular television shows like Karektas, The Bantu Hour, The Remix SA, Clash of The Choirs, SAMAs, and others. Her first movie is called Back of The Moon, which was released in 2019. She played the role of Eve, a singing sensation.
The songstress has been recognized several times for her incredible singing talent. The following are the Moneoa Moshesh nominations she had:
- Channel O Music Awards nomination for her album, Coming From Going To
- Three Metro FM Music Awards nominations for her albums Coming From Going To (1) and Ndim Lo (2)
Moneoa Moshesh facts
The South African singer has continued to win the hearts of many since her debut in the music industry in 2012. She refers to herself as The Rose on her social media platforms. Below are some of Moneoa Moshesh pictures and fascinating facts.
1. Inspired by Beyonce
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In an earlier Instagram post, the musician revealed that Beyonce is her role model. The American star has been an inspiration to her wardrobe choice and hairstyle from a young age. She also looks up to all the Destiny Child girls, Ciara, Aaliyah, and The Spice Girls.
2. Identifies with African culture
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The gorgeous singer loves African culture. Her wardrobe is full of African inspired clothing. She is truly an African queen.
3. Raised by a single mother
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She adores her mother. She grew up in a small flat in Berea, Durban. The singer opened up about getting into dance competitions to earn money so that she could help her mother settle bills.
4. Nthati Moshesh niece
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Did you know that actress Ausi Nthati Moshesh and Moneoa Moshesh are related? The acclaimed South African actress is her aunt. Nthati Moshesh is recognized across Mzansi for her roles in shows like Scandal as Morongwe, Lockdown as Masabata, Saints and Sinners as Mamohato Khumalo, Home Affairs as Thandeka, and others.
5. Talented actress
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Apart from being a great singer, she is also making a name for herself in the television and film industry. She has been in several television shows, including Rhythm City and The Road. In 2019, she starred in the movie Back of The Moon.
6. Lesotho roots
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The musician's grandmother is originally from Lesotho. She left for Mthatha after the death of her grandfather. Moneoa later moved to Durban with her mother.
Moneoa Moshesh is indeed a talented woman. She has magical singing, acting, and dancing skills. Fans are eagerly waiting to see something new and great coming from her.
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