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South African rapper, songwriter, and record producer
Gender:
Male
Birth:
21 May 1990
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The details
Biography
Introduction
Tshegofatso Ketshabile, known professionally as Tshego is a South African-American singer-songwriter. He gained prominence in 2016, after releasing his hit single "Hennessy" and release of his debut album Pink Panther (2019).
Early life
Tshego was born to two ordained ministers on 21 May 1990 in Atlanta, Georgia United States where his parents were studying. He frequently visited South Africa from the age of 4 until he eventually relocated and settled in Mafikeng to focus on his music career.
Career
In May 2020, Tshego signed a record deal with Def Jam Africa, a flagship of Def Jam Recordings.
Personal life
Tshego has previously admitted to being a drug addict in 2016. Tshego has a daughter born on 12 July 2019 with Lola Kyle.
Discography
Studio albums
| Album Name | Release Year | Ref |
|---|---|---|
| Pink Panther | 2019 |
Single discography
| Single Name | Release Year | Ref |
|---|---|---|
| Hennessy (ft. Gemini Major & Cassper Nyovest) | 2016 | |
| The Vibe (ft Cassper Nyovest) | 2017 | |
| Money Machine (featuring Nasty C and Nadia Nakai) | 2018 | |
| No Ties (ft. King Monada) | 2019 |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award Ceremony | Award Name | Work | Results | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 26th South African Music Awards | Best R&B/Soul Album | Pink Panther | Nominated | |
| 2020 | 26th South African Music Awards | Record of the Year | No Ties | Nominated |