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He frequently performs in ethnic languages, though mostly Setswana. Tuks Senganga started writing in 1993, drawing inspiration from everyday issues in his immediate environment. His career took off in 2005 with his first album Mafoko A Me.
This was the album that earned him the Best Hip Hop Album Award at the 12th Annual MTN South African Music Awards (SAMA).
Tuks Senganga information | |
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Birth name | Tumelo Kepadisa |
Origin | Mafikeng, North West, South Africa |
Genres | Hip hop, motswako |
Occupation(s) | Rapper |
Instrument(s) | Vocals |
Years active | 2005–present |
Labels | Ghetto Ruff, EMI, Impact Sounds, June July Productions |
Tuks’ Awards and Nominations
- Nominee South African Music Awards – Best Newcomer (2006)
- Winner South African Music Awards – Best Rap Album (Mafoko A Me) (2006)
- Winner Metro FM Music Awards – Best Hip-Hop Album (MC Prayer) (2007)
- Winner Hype Magazine Awards – Best Album (Monopoly)’ (2009)
- Winner Hype Magazine Awards – Best Solo Artist (2009)
- Nominee South African Music Awards – Best Rap Album (Tshwanelo) (2011)
- Nominee Metro FM Music Awards – Best Hip-Hop Album (Tshwanelo)] (2011