In 2024, Zimbabwe’s music scene flourished, with artists producing captivating music videos that garnered significant attention on YouTube. Notably, Holy Ten emerged as a dominant figure, with multiple videos surpassing the million-view mark.
Holy Ten, born Mukudzei Chitsama, solidified his status in the Zimbabwean hip-hop scene with several hits achieving remarkable view counts:
- ‘Banga’: This collaboration featuring his wife, Kimberly Richards, amassed over 5 million views, showcasing their dynamic partnership.
- ‘Ndotokuda’: Another duet with Kimberly, this track also exceeded 5 million views, reflecting the duo’s popularity.
- ‘Madhafela’: Released seven months ago, this solo effort garnered over 4 million views, highlighting Holy Ten’s solo appeal.
Killer T’s Resonant Hit
Zimdancehall artist Killer T struck a chord with fans through his track ‘Kana Ndanyura’, which has garnered over 7 million views, underscoring his significant impact on the genre.
Collaborative Successes
Collaborations also made a substantial impact:
- ‘Fake Love’: A joint effort by DJ Ngwazi, Dr Tawanda, and Nelcy B, this video attracted close to 7 million views within six months, indicating the power of collaborative creativity.
- ‘Madiro’: Kae Chaps’ release accumulated over 5 million views in 11 months, marking it as a standout track in the year’s lineup.
Female Artists Making Waves
Female artists made significant strides:
- Nisha Ts: Her song ‘Kutsamwa kune labour’, released nine months ago, gained over 4 million views, highlighting her growing influence in the industry.
Emerging Artists on the Rise
The year also witnessed the rise of new talents:
- Master H: His track ‘Nawanadem’ garnered over 3 million views in 11 months, indicating his growing popularity.
- Chillmaster: With hits like ‘Makanaka’, released four months ago and nearing 3 million views, Chillmaster is rapidly gaining recognition.
Gospel Music’s Impact
In the gospel genre, The Unveiled’s song ‘Mweya Mutsvene’ stood out, achieving over 2 million views and resonating deeply with audiences.
Additional Notable Releases
Other artists contributed significantly to the vibrant music scene with releases such as:
- Saintfloew’s ‘Bipolar’
- Hwinza’s ‘Denga’
- Shashl’s ‘Nemoyo’
- Delroy Shene’s ‘Fona’
Late-year entries also made an impact, including Freeman’s ‘Muchandinzwawo’ and ‘Chahwiriri’, Mambo Dhuterere’s ‘Sunungura nezodzo’, and a collaboration between Madedido and Enzo titled ‘Attack majapanese’.
Overall, 2024 was a remarkable year for Zimbabwean music, with artists achieving significant milestones and expanding their reach both locally and internationally.
For a comprehensive mix of the year’s biggest hits, you can watch the following compilation:
