Kabza De Small biography
Kabza De Small (born November 27, 1992) whose real name is Kabelo Petrus Motha is a South African DJ and record producer, he is also prominent for his Amapiano genre of house music and he is a member of the Scorpion Kings. In 2018, Kabza De Small got fame after the release of his song “Umshove
Contents
- Early Life and Education
- Career
- Personal Life
- Discography
- Studio albums
- Collaborative albums
- EPs
- Album and Nomination
- All Africa Music Awards
- DStv Mzansi Viewers’ Choice Awards
- South African Amapiano Music Awards
- South African Music Awards
- Sunday Times GenNext
- Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards
- Net Worth
- Social Media Handles
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Kabza De Small biography
| Full Name | Kabelo Petrus Motha |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Kabza De Small |
| Date of Birth | 27 November 1992 (age 29) |
| Nationality | South Africa |
| State of Origin | Mpumalanga, South Africa |
| Genres | Amapiano, House |
| Occupation(s) | DJ, Record Producer |
| Instrument(s) | Keyboard, Piano, Drum Machine, Electronic Drum, Synthesizer |
| Active Years | 2011–present |
| Record Labels | Piano Hub (current) Bestbyfar Records (former) |
| Net Worth | $8 million |
| Social Media Handles | Instagram: kabelomotha_ Twitter: @KabzaSmall |
Early Life and Education
Kabza De Small was born on November 27, 1992, and raised in Mpumalanga before his family relocated to Pretoria, where he attended high school in the city.
Kabza De Small didn’t focus well on his studies but rather majorly on his passion for music, and he invested his time to build his talent.
Career
In 2009, Kabza De Small started his music career and was assigned to Tyrique de Bruyne, and Bestbyfar Records made him publish his first debut album, “Avenuee Sound,” in 2016. Later on, In 2018, he founded PianoHub, his own record company and he released his breakout song “Umshove,” with South African vocalist Leehleza.
On October 1, 2019, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa released Piano Hub. In South Africa, The Extended Play received a 3-platinum certification, and on November 29, 2019, The Return of Scorpion Kings was made available. It was later announced on January 20, 2020, that Scorpion King Live would take place on April 11 at Sun Arena in Pretoria’s Times Square, but due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the concert was cancelled and rescheduled for August 9.
On June 26, 2020, Kabza De Small released his studio album I Am the King of Amapiano: “Sweet & Dust,” which gained double platinum in South Africa. Later in December 2020, Spotify ranked Kabza De Small as the most streamed South African musician. In that same month, the joint studio album Rumble in the Jungle was announced by Kabza, and the lead single, “Funu,” featuring Tresor, an Afro-pop musician, was released in February 2021. Later, on April 9, 2021, Kabza de Small, DJ Maphorisa, and Tresor released “Rumble in the Jungle,” regarded as a joint studio album.
In June 2021 Kabza De Small was rated at number 18 on Forbes Africa’s 30 under 30 lists and in the following month, he was profiled for his musical career in Rolling Stone magazine
Kabza and DJ Maphorisa released “Abalele” on September 27, featuring Ami Faku, a South African singer, and the song debuted at number one on the official South African Music chart and number four on the Spotify charts.
On his Instagram page, he made the announcement of his forthcoming album KOA II Part 1 in early January 2022. On April 22, 2022, his studio EP “Ziwangale” was made available.
On the South African iTunes music charts, its first track, “Ziwa Ngale,” which features DJ Tira, DJ Exit SA, Beast, Mshunqisi, Young Stunna, and Felo Le Tee, peaked at number one.
His other three tracks, “Ebusuku” featuring Nkosazana Daughter, “Kabza” featuring Murumba Pitch, and “Mak’shoni” Langa” featuring DJ Maphorisa, Murumba Pitch, and Da Muziqal Chef, are positioned at numbers 7, 12, and 26 respectively on the iTunes music chart.
As part 1 of his album, Kabza De Small, released 6 singles on 31 May; “Khusela” featuring Msaki, “Bathini” featuring Young Stunna and Artwork Sounds, and “Isoka” featuring Nkosazana Daughter and Murumba Pitch.
On June 16, 2022, KOA II Part 1 (called “King of Amapiano 2 Part 1”) was made public, and also, “Khusela” reached number one on the Apple Music rankings, and the album debuted at number 11 on the iTunes top 100 charts.
Personal Life
Kabza De Small is in a relationship with his anonymous lover, a journalist, and they are both expecting a child.
Discography
Studio albums
- Avenue Sound (2016)
- Pretty Girls Love Amapiano (2019)
- Pretty Girls Love Amapiano 2 (2020)
- I Am the King of Amapiano: Sweet & Dust (2020)
- KOA II Part 1 (2022)
Collaborative albums
- Scorpion Kings EP (with DJ Maphorisa) (2019)
- Piano Hub EP (with DJ Maphorisa) (2019)
- The Return of the Scorpion Kings (with DJ Maphorisa) (2019)
- Scorpion Kings Live at Sun Arena (with DJ Maphorisa) (2020)
- Once Upon A Time In A Lockdown (with DJ Maphorisa) (2020)
- Petle Petle EP (with DJ Maphorisa & King Deetoy) (2021)
- Rumble in the Jungle (with DJ Maphorisa & Tresor) (2021)
- Pretty Girls Love Amapiano 3 (with MDU, aka Trp) (2021)
- Scorpion Kings Live at Sun Arena (with DJ Maphorisa) (2022)
EPs
- Ziwangale EP (2022)
Album and Nomination
All Africa Music Awards
| Year | Nominee/ Work | Award | Result |
| 2022 | “Adiwele” | African Fans Favourite | Pending |
| KOA II | Album of the Year | Pending | |
| Himself | Artist of the Year | Pending |
DStv Mzansi Viewers’ Choice Awards
| Year | Nominee /Work | Award | Result |
| 2020 | “Nana Thula” | Favourite Song of the Year | Nominated |
| Himself | Favourite Rising Star Won | Won | |
| Favourite DJ | Won | ||
| “Asibe Happy” | Favourite Song | Nominated | |
| 2022 | Scorpion Kings (Kabza de Small and DJ Maphorisa) | Favourite music artist/group | Nominated |
| Favourite GJ | Nominated |
South African Amapiano Music Awards
| Year | Nominee/ Work | Award | Result |
| 2021 | Scorpion Kings Live | Amapiano Album of the Year | Nominated |
| Scorpion Kings Best | Amapiano Male DJ Act | ||
| Himself Best | Amapiano Music Producer | Won | |
| “Emcimbini” | Best Amapiano Collaboration | Nominated |
South African Music Awards
| Year | Nominee/ Work | Award | Result |
| 2020 | Scorpion Kings (DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, MFR Souls & Virgo Deep) | Album of the Year | Won |
| The Return of the Scorpion Kings (Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa) | Best Kwaito/Gqom/Amapiano | Nominated | |
| 2021 | Once Upon A Time in Lockdown – Kabza De Small & DJ Maphorisa (Scorpion Kings) | Album of the year | Won |
| I Am The King of Amapiano: Sweet & Dust | Nominated | ||
| Once Upon A Time in Lockdown (Scorpion Kings) | Male Artist of the Year | Won | |
| Duo/Group of the Year | Won | ||
| I Am The King of Amapiano: Sweet & Dust | Best Amapiano Album | Nominated | |
| 2022 | “Asibe Happy” | Record of the Year | Pending |
| “Abalele” | Pending |
Sunday Times GenNext
| Year | Nominee/work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Himself | Coolest Local Club DJ | Won |
Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards
| Year | Nominee/work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | “Emcimbini” | Most Voted Song | Nominated |
Net Worth
Kabza De Small’s Net worth is estimated at 8 million dollars
Social Media Handles
Instagram: kabelomotha_
Twitter: @KabzaSmall
