Maglera Doe Boy just isn’t targeted on chasing rap stardom however quite rewriting the native hip-hop lexicon via his poetic lyrics paired with cinematic visuals.
The 31-year-old from Kanana township in North West is receiving his largest profession recognition on the 2025 BET Awards, the place he’s nominated for Greatest New Worldwide Act, received by Limpopo dance queen Makhadzi final 12 months.
He’ll compete with fellow SA artists TxC and Dlala Thukzin; Nigerian megastar Shallipopi, Odeal from UK and others. The winner shall be introduced on June 9 in Los Angeles, California.
“I used to be a hood child rising up. I might get up at 5am and go hunt with my boys. We’d go search for pigeons and typically mice. We’d roast after which eat them. I do know what you’re pondering, however humorous sufficient, mice style like a beef patty – they’re tasty,” Maglera stated.
“I used to be a playful and naughty baby, however strict as effectively. I used to be that child who’d stand as much as bullies once they bullied different youngsters. I believe that’s the place my sternness comes from. I come from a humble household. We weren’t too poor, nor did we have now a lot.
“Most of my members of the family had been individuals within the police forces, others had been troopers. So, self-discipline was a giant factor in my household. I had a degree of sternness as a result of I’d emulate my father and my uncles.”
