Busiswa breathes fire after American popstar Rihanna stole her song

Award-winning singer Busiswa has put Fenty Beauty on Blast for using the remake of her hit song with DJ Maphorisa titled Midnight Starring.

She said she is sad that the company used the remake to avoid paying her.
“Nah. @fentybeauty just used a REMAKE of Midnight Starring with my voice, to avoid paying us for it. I’m sad but it’s the game I guess,” she tweeted.

DJ Maphorisa tweeted the Fenti Beauty video and captioned it: “Mara le baring mo ke cut n paste Siri Siri onketsang”

Tweeps have called out the international superstar Rihanna after she shared video ads of her Fenty Beauty Products with Busiswa’s midnight starring playing on the video captioned: “The way y’all skin bout to be litty! I hate talking too long for zoom meetings and dem early FaceTimes !! Get into this new @fentybeauty #EazeDrop Blurring Skin Tint for that instantly smooth, blurred skin.”

South Africans flooded into the comments section calling out the American singer for “stealing” the track.

@LenkoeTaylor responded: “We love you Riri, but you not gonna disrespect South African Artists and get away with it…Pay @busiswaah her money now for putting her voice on that sample of her song…Thin lentombazana ,iyandifuqa.”

“Why do people feel it’s okay to steal and just take from Africa… Why?… Talk with Busiswa please wena Sphongo please,” tweeted @mduncube.
Twitter user Ashante Parker told Rihanna to contact Busiswa and pay her for using her track: “Riri please do the right thing within 48 hrs & contact @busiswaah by paying her what is rightful belong to her bcz she works so dawn hard composing that hit song that still bangs in the hearts of fellow ?? or kuzoshuba nontombi asiyiki nikx thina e Azania.”

Some Twitter users, however, have different opinions and feel that Rihanna does not have to pay.
Zayd tweeted: “It’s a sample, she doesn’t have to pay for shite. It’s not going to reflect in your account, why do you care??? Say thank you for the recognition and move on.”

Busiswa has also tried to calm the storm, urging her followers to relax
“No,Relax. She might not even be personally aware. And sampling music and not paying vocalists is legal practice. Right ? ” she responded to her follower.

This is not the first time International artists are accused of stealing South African artists’ songs. Amongst others previously accused is Megan Ryte and Will I AM, both accused of stealing from Durban’s DJ Lag.

The way y’all skin bout to be litty! I hate taking too long for zoom meetings and dem early FaceTimes ?!! Get into this new @fentybeauty #EazeDrop Blurring Skin Tint for that instantly smooth, blurred skin. pic.twitter.com/HeULlwfT1y

— Rihanna (@rihanna) March 26, 2021

Busiswa who was beaten up for cheating on her baby daddy speaks on new reality show

South African singer-songwriter and poet Busiswa who was beaten up for cheating on her baby daddy speaks on new reality show Gqulu reveals her apprehension to expose her private life in a new reality show called Her Majesty: Busiswa.

Speaking to Sunday World at the Milorho Lodge Hiking Trail in North West where she is shooting travel scenes for the show, the queen of dance said she does like “chaos” in her personal space.

“The thing that I am most nervous about having a reality show is letting people into my actual house because I am an energy person.

“I love a good, positive, great smelling, happy, clean house and

I am worried about it being very chaotic every day and very busy because the crews are there. But also, I am worried about the public opinion about my house and my space. In my line of work, people want to criticise every part of you,” she said.

Gqulu is the third local celebrity to have her reality series on BET Africa, which will air on March 20. Previous reality shows on the channel showcased the lives of Boity Thulo and Khanyi Mbau.

The hitmaker recently made history when she collaborated with Beyonce on her critically acclaimed music project Black is King.

The 13-part local reality TV series serves as a visual companion to Gqulu’s musical journey – an ode to her lasting power, a celebration of her authenticity while capturing her journey in creating a visual album.

This is not the first time the singer has revealed her life to the public. She has released a documentary called Busiswa: An Unbreakable Story, which premiered at the African International Film Festival and is now showing on Showmax.

She explained the difficultly of being vulnerable in front of the camera after years of being reluctant to share anything.

“I’ve gotten to a point where after eight years in the industry, I am pretty comfortable to share anything. I’ve accepted that my life will be in the public eye anyway and I will accept whatever comes with it.

“I live honestly, truthfully and positively and I look forward to sharing my truth more than anything else.

“Over the years I’ve been reluctant to share anything but I’ve learnt that it is important to tell my own story and when I have nothing to hide. I am prepared to go there with the public by letting them into my private and spiritual life,” she said.

Monde Twala from BET said: “BET Africa is proud to continue celebrating black excellence on the continent and we are committed to bringing African audiences content that is culture-led, bold and relevant.”

Busiswa bags own reality show on BET Africa

Black girl magic reigns this International Women’s month as BET Africa welcomes the queen of dance, Busiswa Gqulu, with her very own reality show. “Her Majesty: Busiswa” is set to premiere on the channel later this month.

The 13-part local reality TV series will serve as a visual companion to Gqulu’s musical journey. It’s an ode to her lasting power and a celebration of her authenticity.

The show captured Gqulu’s journey in creating a visual album curated by her.

Cameras will closely follow her as she opens her life to viewers across the continent.

Gqulu is known for her electric performances on every stage.

The reality series dives deep into her award-winning music career. It involves collaborations with international stars, expanding her brand globally and intimate insights into family life and her new album.

Monde Twala, senior vice-president and general manager at ViacomCBS Networks Africa and BET International Lead, said: “It’s so inspiring to bring another local black female led reality TV series to the channel following the recent successful run with Boity Thulo and Khanyi Mbau.

“The series will give viewers an intimate, exclusive glimpse into the world of one of Africa’s leading Queen of song.

“BET Africa is proud to continue celebrating black excellence on the continent and we are committed to bringing African audiences content that is culture led, bold and relevant.”

Gqulu said: “I am excited to partner with BET Africa, a brand that continuously celebrates black culture and excellence globally.

“I look forward to sharing my truth, whereas over the years I have been reluctant to share anything.

“But I have learned that it’s more important to own my story and am willing to let my fans into the next level that is my private and spiritual life.”

“Her Majesty: Busiswa” premieres on Saturday, March 20, on BET Africa (DStv Channel 129) at 7.30pm.

Busiswa bags reality show on BET Africa

Black girl magic reigns this International Women’s month as BET Africa welcomes the queen of dance, Busiswa Gqulu, with her very own reality show. “Her Majesty: Busiswa” is set to premiere on the channel later this month.

The 13-part local reality TV series will serve as a visual companion to Gqulu’s musical journey. It’s an ode to her lasting power and a celebration of her authenticity.

The show captured Gqulu’s journey in creating a visual album curated by her.

Cameras will closely follow her as she opens her life to viewers across the continent.

Gqulu is known for her electric performances on every stage.

The reality series dives deep into her award-winning music career. It involves collaborations with international stars, expanding her brand globally and intimate insights into family life and her new album.

Monde Twala, senior vice-president and general manager at ViacomCBS Networks Africa and BET International Lead, said: “It’s so inspiring to bring another local black female led reality TV series to the channel following the recent successful run with Boity Thulo and Khanyi Mbau.

“The series will give viewers an intimate, exclusive glimpse into the world of one of Africa’s leading Queen of song.

“BET Africa is proud to continue celebrating black excellence on the continent and we are committed to bringing African audiences content that is culture led, bold and relevant.”

Gqulu said: “I am excited to partner with BET Africa, a brand that continuously celebrates black culture and excellence globally.

“I look forward to sharing my truth, whereas over the years I have been reluctant to share anything.

“But I have learned that it’s more important to own my story and am willing to let my fans into the next level that is my private and spiritual life.”

Pics: Busiswa Dragged For Appeasing Her Ancestors With Champagne

Dancer and Gqom hitmaker, Busiswa was trolled recently on social media when she shared images of herself appeasing her ancestors with what looked like very expensive champagne.

She was first dragged for taking images while “appeasing” her ancestors, then dragged by her followers when they noticed a huge green bottle of Champopo next to the candles and imphepho.

The singer captioned her images on her Instagram with: “Spiritual alignment is a big flex! Don’t forget to take time out every now and find the centre. I’m visiting my hometown to do just that.”

While some of her followers were happy to see her appeasing her ancestors, others wondered why she’s not traditionally serving her ancestors with homemade beer and taking images as it’s a private ceremony:

“Every time we want to see them we can search deep in other dimensions within ourselves and find the real answers to who we really are and what we represent. Reign African woman, reign.”

“Camagu.”

“So your ancestors have upgraded from drinking umqonmbothi (homemade beer) to drinking champagne. Akere we’re our ancestors wildest dreams.”

“What is the camera doing in the holy place?”

“I don’t man to be forward on anything but you don’t take pictures in such a strong deep place.”

The musician was also trolled previously by The Queen actress, Dineo Langa on Twitter.

It all began when Langa took to Twitter to call out the Mpumalanga premier, Mtsweni-Tsipane for not wearing a mask at a funeral at minister Jackson Mthembu’s funeral, which the premier has publicly apologised for.

Dineo stated in her tweet that everyone should be held accountable for not wearing masks and everyone should follow regulations of the lockdown.

She tweeted: “Unfortunately for her, members of public office will be taken to task when breaking the law. There is a level of irony and reality at that moment. One that says taxpayers can get arrested for not wearing a mask but politicians won’t. Everyone must be called out.”

Then Busiswa who misunderstood Dineo’s tweet added her own opinions. The dancer assumed the actress was talking about the late Mthembu’s daughter, Thuli who was apparently also not wearing a mask.

Busiswa replied: “We all know for sure that grief hits us in horrendous & different ways. To bury your famous father within three days of learning of his passing is a trauma of a unique kind. You can’t be a school principal on ‘she wanted attention’ vibes. Covid is dealing everyone a sad goodbye.”

Dineo mopped the floor with Busiswa’s face and tweeted: “Take the L Sis. You read to respond and not to understand. This wasn’t about Thuli. This was about the Mpumalanga MP who ignored Covid-19 protocols. No-one is policing grief. We are calling out a member of government.”

Musician Busiswa Gqulu goes back home to appease her ancestors

Musician Busiswa Gqulu has gone home to appease her ancestors.

Yesterday she posted a video of herself in a black and white Xhosa traditional outfit at her home in Mthatha, Eastern Cape.

In the video, she excitedly said: “It’s important to wear your traditional outfit, burn impepho (incense) so that you can smell nice, make the ancestors and elders happy. Perhaps you might even get married.”

In another Instagram post, she wrote that she had visited her home to appease her ancestors.

“Spiritual alignment is a big flex! Don’t forget to take time out every now & find the centre. I’m visiting my hometown to do just that!!” she wrote.

In a photo that accompanied the post, she can be seen surrounded by colourful candles. In front of her there’s burning impepho, moet and notes.

The post attracted different opinions as tweeps questioned the expensive champagne instead of traditional beer.

However, some of her friends and fans congratulated her.

Media personality TT Mbha said: “Camagu.”

Ms Prie Mhlauli commented: “So your ancestors have upgraded from drinking umqombothi (traditional beer) to drinking champagne. Akere we’re our ancestors’ wildest dreams.”

Ashante Parker congratulated her and wrote: “Be firmly rooted and proud of your African spiritual alignment so that your spiritual compass can direct you to where you’re supposed to be without getting lost. That is an African prayer.”

“What is the camera doing in the holy place,” asked Mthethwa.

“I don’t mean to be forward or anything but you don’t take pictures in such a strong deep place,” wrote Tsoetsi Mpendulo.

“I told my wife Makazi is going to be a hit before you released it when I saw the inspiration that led you, propelled you to go out of your limits and show the world that Africa is rich in everything that one could ever imagine. This journey that you travelled will also inspire other young stars not to give up and to help them realise that our ancestors are not demons, but the great souls that live within us.

“Every time we want to see them we can search deep in other dimensions within ourselves and find the real answers to who we really are and what we represent. Reign African woman, reign,” commented Phuluso Paris.

Mohale Responds To The Divorce Rumours

Mohale Motaung took some time out of his selfie schedule to set a few things straight about his alleged divorce from Somizi Mhlongo.

While social media has been in an uproar with journalists and fans claiming the two are headed for splitsville.

So when someone asked him on Twitter what he did for a living, Mohale told him he was married. He didn’t hesitate to let him and everyone else know that they are still married and very much together.

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— Mohale Motaung (@mohale_motaung) January 16, 2021

Just a few weeks ago he also sent Somizi a shoutout.

The larger-than-life media personality is turning 48-years-old and his fans, celebrities and media colleagues have been wishing him a fabulous one.

Mohale could not miss the opportunity to pay tribute to his partner and wish him a fantastic one. As soon as the alarm rang on Somizi’s birthday, Mohale took to Instagram to pen a sweet happy birthday message to his ride or die.

In a post on Instagram Mohale wrote, “If someone sat down and tried to outline the qualities that a stellar partner has, I’m sure the list of qualities would include things like loving, caring, kind, sympathetic, strong, compassionate, astute, intelligent, hardworking, driven, humorous, and little would that person writing that list know that they were describing you! Happy birthday, HubStar.”

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Somizi also penned an emotional post on Instagram accompanied by a portrait of him and his mom. The TV star described his birthday as a bitter sweet moment as it is the first without receiving a happy birthday call from his late mother.

The lovebirds are clearly going strong despite recent rumours that they were going through a rough patch in their marriage of more than a year.

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Busiswa spits bars as she celebrates appearing on SA MTVBase hottest MC’s 2020 list

Busiswa acknowledges her appearance on the South African MTV Base Hottest MCs list, which was released in 2020.

The star was on no.7 on the top 10 list, and her appearance on the list was highly controversial, as many claimed she isn’t a rapper.

However, she surfaces on Twitter this Thursday to prove some people wrong, as she was seen spitting bars, as she gets fun drenched in Malawi.

“Time for BARZ B*TCH ! From Player No.7 on the #BASEHottestMCs list!” she captioned video.

Busiswa shuts down body shamers – Don’t stress yourself about my body

Busiswa put body shamers in their place recently This week is proving to be a rather eventful one for singer and songwriter Busiswa, from putting her most anticipated upcoming album “My Side Of The Story” to bed to naming and shaming her abusers.

Now the “Black is King” star is dealing with body shamers in the best way – she’s shutting them down.

The “uWrongo” hitmaker recently shared photographs of herself pointing at a pig head that she was about to cook for lunch, on social media.

In the collage of photos, the star also displayed the end result of the eaten pig head. She simply captioned the images: “How it started vs How it’s going.

Kamnandi uPeppahhh?

— #Makazi Out NOW!! (@busiswaah) November 11, 2020

The post received mostly positive reactions, with tweeps expressing how they love their pork meat, while others found the post extremely fun.

One follower though took it upon himself to say take a dig at Busiswa, with a snide comment, stating that the singer will eventually get back to her “old” body.

Don’t stress yourself about my body, young man. No matter how tempted you are, don’t do that. https://t.co/BJzjdWUOhA

— #Makazi Out NOW!! (@busiswaah) November 12, 2020

Busiswa was not going to let that slide. She hit back at the troll, letting them know that body shaming someone, including celebrities, is not okay.

Busiswa Speaks On Being Abused By Her 2 Ex-Boyfriends

Last night, talented singer/songwriter Busiswa took to her IGTV to upload a three-part video series where she opened up about being a victim of abuse from her last two relationships. She began by saying that she needs to get something off her chest before getting into the details.

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