Media personality and former Idols SA judge, Somizi Mhlongo, introduced Mzansi to the up-and-coming 17-year-old singer, Mbali Buthelezi, popularly known as ChubbyCheeks, to a captivated audience at the Zonke concert held at Pont de Val in Parys.
SOMIZI’S SECRET WEAPON
This Vaal native is not just any teenager – she’s a singer, songwriter, and producer, all rolled into one mega-talented package reports Celebsnow. And boy, did she know how to set the stage on fire! With a chart-topping hit titled ‘Kuyabongwa,’ ChubbyCheeks has already proven she’s not here to play. The crowd at the Zonke concert experienced an electric jolt as she stepped on stage and commanded the spotlight.
Who needs an energy drink when you’ve got ChubbyCheeks’ high-voltage performance? It’s no surprise that her debut single has clocked over a million streams in just four months, signalling that she’s rapidly carving her name in the annals of the music industry.
SOMIZI AND CHUBBYCHEEKS THE RISING STAR
But what makes ChubbyCheeks genuinely unique isn’t just her catchy tunes – it’s her ability to captivate an audience like a seasoned pro. Fans were left in an absolute frenzy, singing along to her hit single, ‘Kuyabongwa,’ as if they’d been chanting it for years. And when I say frenzy, I mean it!
The atmosphere was electrifying, to say the least, and it’s safe to say that ChubbyCheeks’ performance was one for the history books.
CHUBBYCHEEKS MUSIC FUTURE
When asked about her first professional performance, she couldn’t contain her excitement and gratitude. In her own words,
“I’m so excited and grateful for the experience as this was my very first performance at a professional level, and seeing so many people singing along is an experience that I’ll never forget.”
ChubbyCheeks
And honestly, we can’t blame her for being over the moon! It’s crystal clear that ChubbyCheeks is on the fast track to stardom, and she’s got the talent and fan base to back it up. The South African music scene won’t know what hit it once she fully unleashes her potential.