Zee Nxumalo Explained

Zandile Nxumalo (born 6 January 2003^[1]) professionally known as Zee Nxumalo is a Swati-born South African singer and songwriter. Born Eswatini and raised in Alexandra, Johannesburg ^[2] her single "Funk 99", released in 2023 calputed her to mainstream success and certified 5× Platinum in South Africa.

Life and career

Zandile Nxumalo born on 6 January 2003 in Eswatini.^[3] Her family relocated to Alexandra, Johannesburg where she spent her childhood.^[3]

Her debut extended play KwaNxumalo, was released on 28 June 2022.^{[3] [4]}

"Funk 55" by Shakes & Les, DBN Gogo and Zee Nxumalo featuring Ceeka Rsa, Chley was released on 1 December 2023. It debuted No. 2 on Local Streaming Chart Top 10.^[5]

Her single "Thula Mabota" with Pabi Cooper, 031choppa featuring Shakes & Les was released on 29 March 2024. It was certified platinum in South Africa.^[6]

She also appeared on "Ama Gear (Edit)" with Dlala Thukzin, Funky Qla, featuring MK Productions released on 5 July 2024. The song debuted number 5 on Local Streaming Top 10.

Singles

As lead artist

List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name

Title	Year	Peak chart positions	Certifications	Album
		ZA
"Siyajola"	2022	—		KwaNxumalo
"Hamba"		—
"Sobabili" (Zee Nxumalo, Profound, MFR Souls)	2023	—		KwaNxumalo (Deluxe)
" Funk 55" (Shake & Les, DBN Gogo, Zee Nxumalo featuring Ceeka RSA, Chley)		1	5× Platinum	Funk Series
"Uyang'user" (Tranquillo, Zee Nxumalo, Khanyisa featuring Chley & Rif effect)	2024	—
"Thula Mabota" (Zee Nxumalo, Pabi Cooper, 031choppa featuring Shakes & Les)			Platinum
"Chengu Shesha" (DJ Tshegu, Leemckrazy, Zee Nxumalo featuring Al Xapo, Vyno Keys & QuayR Musiq)		—
"Abantu" (Piano City, Marlode & Owams, Zee Nxumalo featuring Leemckrazy, FLUXX)		—
"Ama Gear (Edit)" (Dlala Thukzin, Funky Qla, Zee Nxumalo featuring MK Productions)		5^[7]
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

As featured artist

List of singles as featured artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name

Title	Year	Peak chart positions	Certifications	Album
		ZA
"Mfazi Wephepha" (Nkosazana Daughter, Master KG featuring Big Zulu, Zee Nxumalo)	2024	—
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Discography

Extended plays

• KwaNxumalo (2022)

Achievements

Basadi in Music Awards

! |-|2024 |"Thula Mabota" |Amapiano Artist of the Year| |^[8]

South African Music Awards

! |-|2024 |"Funk 55" |Motsepe Foundation Record of the Year ||^[9]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Social media puts Zee Nxumalo on crest of a wave. SowetanLIVE. 2022-07-22. 2024-06-29 . subscription. Amanda. Maliba.
2. News: 2024-08-07. subscription . en-ZA. Zee Nxumalo brings Amapiano fire to Mzansi. News24 . South Africa . 21 January 2024. Janice. Phiri.
3. Web site: Amapiano sensation Zee Nxumalo on taking her career to new heights. Independent Online. Karishma. Dipa . 2024-01-12. 2024-08-07 .
4. Web site: SA: Zee Nxumalo drops debut EP KwaNxumalo. 2024-08-07. Music in Africa. 2022-06-28. Ano. Shumba.
5. Web site: Local Streaming Chart Top 10. The Official South Africa Charts. 2024-08-07.
6. Web site: ZEE NXUMALO, PABI COOPER & 031CHOPPA’S ‘THULA MABOTA’ REACHES PLATINUM STATUS. Gagasi World. 2024-08-07.
7. Web site: TOP CHARTS THIS WEEK : Local Streaming . 2024-08-07. The Official South African Charts .
8. Web site: 2024-08-11. 2024-08-12. Basadi in Music Awards 2024: All the winners. Music In Africa . Ano. Shumba.
9. Web site: Countdown to 30th SAMA Awards is underway. Bona Magazine. 2024-08-14. Nomonde. Simelane.