When was Big Zulu born and where did he grow up?
Siyabonga Nene, known professionally as Big Zulu, was born on the 7th of April 1986 in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal. He grew up listening to Maskandi and Isichathamiya music during his childhood years.
Questions about Big Zulu
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What career did Big Zulu have before becoming a musician?
Big Zulu spent several years working as a taxi driver before making a life-changing decision. He quit driving in 2008 to pursue music full time.
Which album by Big Zulu earned platinum certification from RiSA?
Sales of Vuma dlozi reached fifty thousand copies earning platinum certification from RiSA. This album established his own record label called Nkabi Records during this period.
How many awards did Big Zulu win at the 2021 South African Hip Hop Awards?
Zulu received seven awards including Album of the Year and Song of the Year at the 2021 South African Hip Hop Awards. These accolades recognized his work following the release of Ichwane Lenyoka.
When was the joint album Ukhamba between Big Zulu and Sjava released?
The album itself came out on the 12th of May 2023 debuting number one in both South Africa and Eswatini. It followed an announcement made on the 17th of March 2023 under the duo name Inkabi Zezwe.