IN CONVERSATION WITH LOLLI NATIVE
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Luthando Dekeni, known professionally as Lolli Native, is a Cape Town-born artist and actor originally from Nyanga. Rooted in his Xhosa heritage, he is a prominent figure in the South African hip-hop scene and a proud representative of the Spaza movement. His sound is deeply influenced by the rhythms of Kwaito and Hip-Hop, which he has used to narrate his life experiences since a young age
In 2011, as part of the collective Mapak'shop, he performed alongside global superstar Usher at the Hansa Festival of Legends. He released his debut album, Ivangeli, in 2022. In 2023 and 2024, he collaborated and toured with music icon Sjava. Lolli has featured in major South African TV productions, including Adulting (Showmax), Isiphetho (e.tv), and Smoke & Mirrors (e.tv). He has since transitioned into an independent artist, launching his own record label, House of Natives. He is currently preparing for the release of his sophomore album, Amandla, set to drop in 2025. His new single SPAZA is out now and he is in studio to speak about his amazing career.
In 2011, as part of the collective Mapak'shop, he performed alongside global superstar Usher at the Hansa Festival of Legends. He released his debut album, Ivangeli, in 2022. In 2023 and 2024, he collaborated and toured with music icon Sjava. Lolli has featured in major South African TV productions, including Adulting (Showmax), Isiphetho (e.tv), and Smoke & Mirrors (e.tv). He has since transitioned into an independent artist, launching his own record label, House of Natives. He is currently preparing for the release of his sophomore album, Amandla, set to drop in 2025. His new single SPAZA is out now and he is in studio to speak about his amazing career.
