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DJ MAPHORISA
About Me
DJ Maphorisa is a renowned South African DJ, music producer, and songwriter born on 15 November 1987 in Pretoria, South Africa. He rose to international fame as a member of the record label Kalawa Jazmee Records, where he produced major hits in genres such as Afrobeats, Amapiano, and House music. DJ Maphorisa gained global recognition after producing the hit song One Dance by Drake, which featured Wizkid and Kyla. The song became a worldwide success and topped charts in several countries.
He is also one half of the famous duo Scorpion Kings with Kabza De Small, playing a major role in popularizing Amapiano across Africa and internationally.
Over the years, DJ Maphorisa has collaborated with many global and African artists and has become one of the most influential producers in modern African music.
Known For
Amapiano production
Afrobeats collaborations
Producing international hits
Being part of Scorpion Kings
Scorpion Kings
DJ Maphorisa & kabza De Small
DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small first connected through the South African music scene while working on house and emerging Amapiano sounds around 2018. DJ Maphorisa had already established himself as a successful international producer, while Kabza De Small was gaining recognition for his unique Amapiano productions.
After collaborating in studio sessions, they discovered a strong musical chemistry and decided to work together more closely. Their partnership eventually formed the iconic duo known as Scorpion Kings, which played a major role in popularizing Amapiano across South Africa and the world.
