Who is De Mthuda? Age, real names, interview, songs, label, profiles, worth
The South African music industry has, undoubtedly, made significant milestones over the recent past. Its success is majorly attributed to its artists, such as De Mthuda. Notably, he is an extraordinarily talented record producer, DJ, and singer. His top songs include Emlanjeni, Shesha Geza, John Wick, and Jola.
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Amapiano is among the most recognized and loved South African music genres. Most South African artists have succeeded in popularizing the musical beyond its borders. No doubt, De Mthuda is among them. The fastest-rising musician has been around since 2018, but he has achieved more than one could imagine! However, he is a media-shy person, making it difficult to know much about him.
De Mthuda’s profile summary
- Birth name: Mthuthuzeli Gift Khoza
- Gender: Male
- Nickname: De Mthuda
- Place of birth: Vosloorus, South Africa
- Current residence: South Africa
- Nationality: South African
- Ethnicity: Black
- Religion: Christianity
- Sexual orientation: Straight
- Hair colour: Black
- Eye colour: Dark brown
- Relationship status: Unknown
- Profession: Producer, DJ, musician
- Record labels: CCA, Universal Music (Pty) Ltd, Ace Of Spades
- Genre: Amapiano, Dance/Electronic
- Years active: 2018 – present
- De Mthuda's Instagram: @demthudasa
- Net worth: $200,000
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De Mthuda's biography
Where was De Mthuda born? The Amapiano star was born and raised in Vosloorus, South Africa. However, unlike most celebrities, he leads a low-key life. Thus, it is difficult to know much about him. For instance, no one knows De Mthuda's age, parents, and siblings, if any.
Regarding his education, De Mthuda dropped out of school at grade 11. Growing up, he was more into art than education. His parents always advised him to make education his top priority. In an interview with Mail & Guardian, he revealed,
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My family allowed me some time to make music, but they ensured school was my top priority.
He added,
But when I started making good songs, and money, I lost interest and dropped out in grade 11. I was never really into school: I used to be into drawing, and then I became a dancer, which eventually led me into music.
What is De Mthuda's real name?
He was born Mthuthuzeli Gift Khoza. However, the majority of his fans identify him by his stage name.
Career
Based on De Mthuda's interview with Mail & Guardian, he has been passionate about music from a tender age. While in high school, he had already started making music. However, he began as a dancer and DJ. Later, he diversified to music production and singing.
Professionally, he has been around since 2018. However, he made his breakthrough in 2019 in a song titled Shesha. It’s a collaboration song with Tshwarelo Motlhako, popularly known as Njelic.
He has worked with South Africa's most iconic artists in his career. For instance, De Mthuda and Kabza De Small have a track titled Khethile Khethile. Similarly, he has worked with many rising stars such as Sino Msolo, Njelic and Mfundo Moh. The artists featured in his latest album titled The Landlord.
De Mthuda's songs
He has already released several tracks worth listening to. Some of the top ones include:
- Lalela
- Abo
- Jehova
- Uzoz bophisa
- Weekend
- Liyoshona
- Vhavenda
- Umona
- Amajita Ne Stoko
- Igama Lam
- Inganono
- Jaiva
- Ngisendleleni
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- Dade
- Inkomo Zam
- Double Trouble
- Khethile Khethile
- Ebumnandini
- Askies Um Sorry
- Phithizela
- Chomi
- Shesha
- Ebumnandini
- Maplakeng
- Khwela Khwela
- Duze
- Tilili
- Mhlaba Wonke
- Dakwa Yini
- Gijima
- Jola
- John Wick
- Abekho Ready
- uMsholozi
- Khanda Liyazula
Who is De Mthuda signed to?
The now famously dubbed “Landlord of Amapiono” has worked under Universal Music (Pty) Ltd and CCA record labels. In early 2021, he also announced that he had created his record label, Ace Of Spades. During the time of the interview, he had signed one artist already.
I also opened my new record label called Ace Of Spades and have signed a couple of artists like Da Muziqal Chef. I love that I am in my own lane, and that's important for me; I am not trying to be number one, but I want to be the best; my only competition is me.
What is De Mthuda's net worth?
He allegedly has a net worth of around $200,000. However, he is yet to declare his wealth publicly. In other words, this figure is unverifiable.
Who is De Mthuda's wife?
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As mentioned above, he is a considerably private person. Thus, it is difficult to tell if he is married or single. He has, however, shared a picture of one lady and a child who are believed to be his family. The child has a striking resemblance to the artist based on the comments of his followers on the post.
Where is De Mthuda from?
He was born and raised in Vosloorus. However, currently, he reportedly resides in Gauteng, South Africa.
De Mthuda has already proven his talent to the world. Since launching his career, he has created several tracks. In addition, he has worked with South Africa’s iconic artists such as Focalist, Sir Trill, and Kabza De Small, among many others. No doubt, he is destined for greatness.
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