By: Natasha Archary
It’s been just two months since his single Bank Notification dropped and Nkululeko Nciza popularly known as CIZA has been announced as Apple Music’s ‘Up Next’ artist for the month of August.
The artist dubbed ‘Africa’s Golden Boy’ joined Unathi in studio for an exclusive interview shortly after the good news was announced by Apple Music.
CIZA who released his chart-topping track Bank Notification premiered on YouTube on 4 June and has already been watched over 2million times. Teaming up with DJ Maphorisa on the track, CIZA is making huge waves on all streaming platforms and radio stations as Unathi pointed out.
Big LOVE to @AppleMusic for selecting me as the “UP NEXT” artist. This honestly wouldn’t be happening if it wasn’t for you guys streaming my music and supporting me so I’d like to thank every single one of you. Africa & Beyond. 🥇❤️ let’s use #CizaUpnext and run it up ! pic.twitter.com/VvSooniTCt
— Golden Boy🥇 (@ciza_sa) July 28, 2021
Listen to the full interview with CIZA on Midday Joy with Unathi here:
“It feels amazing, it shows that hard work and patience is important and believing in yourself is key. Especially when there are so many people who try to belittle you. Like with me coming from the background that I do, it’s natural for anyone to say I’m an industry plant. So I have to work harder to prove myself,” CIZA shared with Unathi.
Born into a musical family, his mom is Nhlanhla Nciza of Mafikizolo fame and his dad, Thembinkosi “TK” Nciza is a music mogul who discovers talents and makes them stars. Music is in his blood and he has followed the footsteps of his parents.
Excited about his “Golden Boy Pack EP” featuring artists such as DJ Maphorisa, Major League DJz and Tanzanian superstar record producer Marioo, there are so many projects that have gradually changed the young star’s life.
His short term goals are to work with young black entrepreneurs and represent Gen Z and be an inspiration for the youth. With so many issues affecting the youth and unemployment, he wants to work as hard as possible to make a difference and be an inspiration to show them it’s possible.
Watch the music video to Bank Notification here:
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