Who is Busta 929? Age, girlfriend, real name, songs, profile, net worth
Busta 929 is a famous South African musician, DJ and entrepreneur. He is renowned for his energetic music; one of his hits, Umsebenzi Wethu, is still a banger in clubs and social gatherings. He is also no stranger to social media controversy. Busta 929's biography gives a glimpse into his life.
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Busta 929 is an accomplished artist who has worked with talented stars like Mr Jazziq. Despite his fame, he has found the perfect balance between his professional and private life. However, his conduct with underage girls has been controversial.
Profile summary
| Full name | Mfana Thupa |
| Other names | Busta 929 |
| Gender | Female |
| Date of birth | September 19, 1992 |
| Age | 32 years old (as of 2024) |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Place of birth | Midrand, South Africa |
| Current residence | Pretoria, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| Ethnicity | African |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Height | 5'7" (170 cm) |
| Hair colour | Black |
| Eye colour | Brown |
| University | University of Johannesburg |
| Profession | DJ, musician, performer, entertainer, and producer |
| @busta_929 |
Who is Busta 929?
Busta 929 would best be described as a jack of all trades. Musically, he is a songwriter, producer, DJ, recording and performing artist, event organizer, and entrepreneur. His interest in music started at the age of seven. He is an alumnus of the University of Johannesburg.
What is Busta 929's age?
The South African music producer is 32 years old as of 2024. He was born on September 19, 1992, in Midrand, South Africa, and his zodiac sign is Virgo.
Where is Busta 929 from?
Busta, whose real name is Mfana Thupa, is originally from Midrand, Gauteng. He currently lives in Pretoria.
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Career
Mfana developed a liking for music at a tender age. When he was seven, he figured he would pursue a career as a musician. Luckily, his grandfather, who propelled his love for music, supported the idea.
He struggled to bring his dream to fruition, although he never talked about his challenges in his musical journey. As an Amapiano hitmaker, his music is known for distinctly embracing an energetic connotation.
Busta 929 is known for creating music that balances catchy beats and deep emotional undertones. Some of his most popular tracks include:
| Hit | Release date | YouTube views |
| Uyavala | November 14, 2023 | 2+ million |
| Mmapula | November 26, 2021 | 8.4+ million |
| Ngixolele | December 21, 2022 | 26+ million |
| Gqoz Gqoz | January 18, 2022 | 4.9+ million |
| Umsebenzi Wethu | December 17, 2020 | 7+ million |
| Chase | December 15, 2023 | 263k+ |
What is Busta 929's new album?
As of October 2024, Busta 929's most recent album was Undisputed Vol. 3, released in 2022. His first was, Maba Jabul'Abantu. His second and third albums are Undisputed 1 and 2, released in 2021. Some of the popular hits include Ngixolele, Mmapula and Umsebenzi Wethu.
What is Busta 929's net worth?
According to HomeKazi, Busta 929's net worth is alleged to be $3 million. He has amassed his wealth through music and his entrepreneurial venture. Busta 929 is the founder and owner of the Thupa industry or Busta 929 Merch. The company sells branded apparel like hoodies, T-shirts, and tracksuits.
South African DJ Busta 929 has expanded his interests into property investments. He caused a buzz on social media when he posted photos of his housing project just a year after unveiling his multimillion-dollar mansion.
The mansion stands out with its large glass walls, striking chandeliers hanging from high ceilings, and a fully furnished home studio located downstairs. One of the key highlights is the expansive glass and steel balcony offering a scenic view of the property.
In 2024, the talented entertainer added a brand-new brown Mercedes Benz A45s hatchback to his collection, purchased from EB Motors. Busta 929 already owns a white A45 and a van. In addition, he bought a Volkswagen in August 2022.
Busta 929's controversy
A legal dispute emerged between Busta 929, Boohle, and Black Brain Pictures over the unauthorized use of their hit song Ngixolele. The duo's record label, Mokima Music, seeks R11 million in damages, alleging copyright infringement by Black Brain Pictures, which Mandla Ngcongwane owns.
According to court documents filed at the Johannesburg High Court, Mokima Music holds the copyright to the song after signing contracts with Busta 929 and Boohle. Both artists had agreed to exclusive agreements with the label, which granted Mokima Music full control over their works' composition, performance, and royalties.
Mokima Music claims that Black Brain Pictures used the song without authorization in the e.tv series The Black Door. The label argues that if Black Brain Pictures had sought a license for the song, they would have charged R40,000 per episode, totalling R11 million for 275 episodes.
The label signed separate administration agreements with Busta 929 and Boohle, giving Mokima Music sole rights to manage and profit from the song. They are now pursuing legal action to recover damages from the alleged infringement.
Fast facts
- He is an avid fan of Mercedes-Benz.
- He has a strong passion for Gucci bags.
- His interest in music began at the young age of seven.
- Ngixolele is one of his most-viewed music videos.
- He has collaborated with Boohle on several tracks.
Busta 929 is a South African DJ, artist, and music producer widely recognized for his popular tracks, including Ngixolele, Mmapula, Gqoz Gqoz, Yuri Boyka, and Umdantso. He also has a sizable internet following, with over one million followers on Instagram.
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