Hip-Hop/Rap
South Africa
Chief D
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About Chief D
In the artist’s words:
Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail.
Since I was 12, I started falling in love with music early 2000's listening to the likes of DMX, 50 Cent, Eminem as well as local South African artists such as Zola 7, Mandoza & Arthur which consisted of original kwaito cassette's and music videos.
What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular?
Eminem, The Eminem Show
Kendrick Lamar, good kid, m.A.A.d city (Deluxe Version)
Zola, Ibutho
Ibutho was the first physical album I bought I was 13.
The Eminem Show is a classic till this day for emotional content delivered which inspired me.
With 'good kid, m.A.A.d city' I enjoy the rap prowess shown & story telling of which I enjoy doing.
Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song.
“Selfish”
It was the first song recorded in 2015 first released to critical acclaim and re-released 2017 on all platforms. The verse was done in one take in which I got the nickname from Larry Hendriix "One Take Wonder" it's been like that every verse since.
What’s one of the most memorable moments in your career so far?
Opening act alongside East London rapper Clover Carter for singing sensation 'Shekinah' & trapstar 'J Molley' at Summer Festival Opening on 16 December 2017. definitely one of the most memorable.
Is there anything left on your bucket list as an artist or band?
To perform on the biggest stages the country and rest of the world has to offer and to put out the best authentic and music people can love.
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