Who Is Blxckie?

Blxckie (real name Mthokozisi Ndlovu) is a South African rap artist and music producer. He hails from the small town of Chatsworth in Durban. Blxckie is known for his hard-hitting rhymes and heavy beats, as well as his trademark look with dreads. He has been making waves in the South African hip-hop industry since he started out in 2018.

Career

Blxckie began his career by releasing mixtapes and singles from his bedroom studio. His debut EP, ‘The Story So Far’, was released in 2020 and featured some of South Africa’s biggest hip-hop names such as Reece Madlisa, Zuma, and MFR Souls. The album went on to be nominated for a number of awards including Best Rap Album at the SA Hip Hop Awards. Blxckie has since gone on to collaborate with other artists such as Anatii, Shane Eagle, and Afterparty. He also released a full-length album in 2021 titled ‘I Love You But I Don’t’.

Style & Influences

Blxckie is known for his unique style of rap which blends elements of trap, hip-hop, and afrobeat. He has cited Kendrick Lamar, J Cole, Drake, and Kanye West as influences on his sound. His lyrics often explore themes such as identity, politics, and social injustice.

Personal Life

Blxckie has kept his personal life relatively private although it is known that he is 29 years old. He currently resides in Johannesburg where he continues to make music. Blxckie is set to embark on a tour of South Africa later this year as well as releasing more new music.