Nasty C

Nasty C: South Africa's Hip Hop Sensation

Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo (born 9 February 1997), known professionally as Nasty C, is a South African rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He is one of the most popular and influential rappers in South Africa and has won numerous awards, including a BET Award and two South African Music Awards.

Early Life and Career

Nasty C was born in Durban, South Africa. He began rapping at the age of nine and released his first mixtape, "One Kid, A Thousand Coffins," in 2012. The mixtape was a critical and commercial success and helped to launch Nasty C's career.

In 2013, Nasty C signed with Mabala Noise, a South African record label. He released his debut album, "Bad Hair," in 2016. The album was a commercial success and spawned the hit singles "Hell Naw" and "Juice Back."

International Success

In 2017, Nasty C released his second album, "Strings and Bling." The album was a critical and commercial success and helped to establish Nasty C as a major force in the international hip hop scene. The album featured the hit singles "Don't Do It" and "King."

In 2018, Nasty C won the BET Award for Best International Act: Africa. He also performed at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.

Recent Projects

In 2020, Nasty C released his third album, "Zulu Man with Some Power." The album was a commercial success and spawned the hit singles "There They Go" and "Eazy."

In 2021, Nasty C released his fourth album, "Ivyson Army Tour Mixtape." The mixtape was a commercial success and spawned the hit singles "Black and White" and "Feeling."

Personal Life

Nasty C is in a relationship with South African model and television personality Samkelo Mdolomba. The couple have a son together.

Awards and Nominations

• BET Award for Best International Act: Africa (2018)
• South African Music Award for Best Male Artist (2017)
• South African Music Award for Best Hip Hop Album (2017)

Discography

• "One Kid, A Thousand Coffins" (mixtape, 2012)
• "Bad Hair" (2016)
• "Strings and Bling" (2017)
• "Zulu Man with Some Power" (2020)
• "Ivyson Army Tour Mixtape" (2021)