Top 15 Music Videos by Zimbabwean Singers – New Generation

Welcome To Generation Z!!!

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Are you tired of being blasted with the same old songs on radio as if there are no young artists in Zimbabwe? Do you want to know some new generation singers who are making waves in the local and international scene? Which are the latest Zim tracks rocking the internet and social media? There is time for everything. It’s time for Vadhara/Abadala to get off the stage. If you are still stuck in the past, if you still think Oliver Mtukudzi or any of those golden oldies is the best, then you belong to the old generation. This is time for the new generation. Welcome to Generation Z. What is Generation Z?? (those born 1993 onwards) and of course there is space for the Late Generation Y (those born as from 1987) to squeeze in.

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We are going to feature the best songs/music videos by new generation Zimbabwean artists. These are artists who have a following among the Z and Y generation.

Any music video that finds its way on this post was carefully selected based on the quality of video and/or music.

Zimbabwean musicians, especially those of the old era have been known to produce poor quality videos, not because they lack resources but because they are old fashioned Pamusika/Erenkini types who lack creativity, can’t move with the times, and can’t learn from international artists. South Africans have been producing high quality music videos for quite a long time even during the apartheid era, so why are our Zim brothers and sisters so backward!?

Anyway, you don’t need to despair because Generation Z has a number of artists who are willing to change that. Below are some of the best music videos produced by new generation Zimbabwean singers on YouTube:

Tytan – Bho (Bata Bho) Starring Stunner 2017

So far, this is without doubt one of the best music videos by a Zimbabwean artist. Tytan is the man of the moment. Ever since Tytan made a collabo with Ammara Brown on Mukoko, he has never rested on his laurels. In this new video titled “Bata Bho” produced in February this year, the Mukoko King upped the standard to international levels, establishing himself as the Kanye West of Zimbabwe, a trendsetter and innovative artist who moves with the times. Just by watching this video, you would think it was produced by one of the best US directors, but hey it’s a local production. Tytan is also a multilingual singer who can easily switch between English, Shona and Ndebele in a single track.

Tytan DOB – 6 February 1990

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Mr. Kamera – Pamusika Ft Ice Prince, Gemini Major & Bryan K (Remix)

One of my best tracks. Both the remix and original are equally good. In this music video titled “Pamusika” Mr. Kamera brings a fresh and unique sound with cool vibes and international appeal. The song has a nice flow to it, some refreshing exotic instruments with a slight hip hop feel. It looks like Mr. Kamera made a trip to Mexico, Brazil, Angola or one of those South American countries before making this song.Pamusika is about a guy meeting a beautiful girl at the vegetable market. The remix features Gemini Major and Ice Prince, who bring a dancehall twist to the song.

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Jam Signal – Overrated

Overrated is a track produced by Jam Signal, a 3 boy trio. This is a dope track that caught the Zim airwaves when it was produced last year. Listening to this cool track makes you appreciate the new sounds and good music that you have been missing all along. Overrated is about a guy who loves a girl who pretends to love him.

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Bryan K - Heavy Machine- Official Music Video

Bryan K is a talented singer and instrumentalist. In this video titled “Heavy Machine” he put up a fantastic and exceptional video with beautiful scenes that makes you think it’s a video by Naak. That’s how the standard is improving in Zim. This hit music track came at number 3 on StarFM 2016 End of Year List. It beat a lot of established giants like Jah Prayzah and Winky D. Heavy Machine is a song that celebrates the natural beauty of African women i.e. curves, dark chocolate skin etc.

Bryan Kadengu DOB - 3 October 1992

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Dj Stavo ft Jah Prayzah - Simudza Ngoma (Official Video)

He might be in his late 30s but this popular DJ is in sync with the new generation. DJ Stavo is a top Zimbabwean DJ who has won many awards. He has worked with many artists from Zim, South Africa and Botswana. In this video titled “Simudza Ngoma”, which also happens to be his first single, he produced a fantastic Afro House Music masterpiece of international standards.

DJ Stavo DOB - 17 March 1979

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Wachu Want - Ammara Brown ft. Chengeto [produced by Oskid] (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Ammara Brown needs no introduction, an artist of international calibre, she is the top female artist in Zimbabwe at the moment, and it won’t surprise me if she takes the continental title in the years to come.  If you liked her popular hit “Mukoko”, then you would also like this new video titled “Wachu Want”. It’s a more high quality video which deserves much applause.

Ammara Brown DOB – 6 September 1988

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Queen Vee - Nobody {Official Music Video}

The first time I saw Queen Vee, I thought she was Nicki Minaj or some other American celebrity. Vanessa popularly known as Queen Vee is a Zimbabwean RnB/Dancehall artist based in South Africa. She is a model turned singer. Having won the Miss Zimbabwe crown in 2008, Vanessa was already a celebrity before venturing into music two years later. She partnered with Buffalo Soul Jah in South Africa, and from there onwards, she has released at least 7 tracks, one of which appeared on MTV Base and Channel O. This beauty queen has an active Facebook Page and adoring fans where her posts receive up to 20,000 likes. Like a pro who has been in the entertainment industry for a long time, Vanessa produces some of the finest music videos which deserve awards. Vanessa is an attractive and multi talented celebrity. In most of her videos and lyrics, she oozes sex appeal – watch her video Thirsty. Combined with her good looks and celebrity status, she is easily the first world-class Goddess of Zimbabwe.

Queen Vee (Vanessa Sibanda) DOB - 19 September 1988

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QUEEN VEE Thirsty ft Buffalo Souljah x Max Rose

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Cal_Vin - Z'khuphan (Official Music Video)

Cal-Vin needs no introduction, he is one of the best rappers in Zimbabwe, with several Zim Hip Hop Awards nominations. His breakthrough to the top came in 2015 better known as “The Year of the Vin” in which he dominated the awards, winning the 2015 Best Male Artist, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year for his popular track Z’khuphani.  Calvin’s talent has been noticed by South African rapper Casper Nyovest, who tweeted his love for Z’khuphani, and as such approached Cal_Vin for a collaboration. Casper was subsequently featured on Z’khuphani Remix. The Z’khuphani music video is a high quality shoot that was arranged by Jackie Mgido, a celebrity makeup artist based in Hollywood, USA and owner of Vault Cosmetics.

Cal_Vin (Mgcini Calvin Nhliziyo) DOB – 15 December 1985

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Takura - ZinO IRema (Ndirikukuwonai Zvangu) [Official Video]

Takura Bernard is a Zim rapper/hip hop artist with at least four awards and releases that have climbed the Top 10 on major radio stations such as StarFM and ZiFM. His music video “Zino Irema” has been positively reviewed by most people on YouTube.

Takura Bernard Shonhai DOB – 30 October 1988

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Mainini Rmx (Official Video) - 8L feat Tocky Vibes - 8L

The song in this remix titled “Mainini” was produced by 8L, a Zim hip hop artist. Most fans on YouTube gave the video thumbs up.

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Charlie Kay - Vimbai [Official Music Video]

Charlie Kay is an Afro Pop Zimbabwean artist who made waves with her first single “Vimbai”, which receives a lot of airplay on Zim radio stations. She also made a perfect start with her amazing video that makes her look like a pro.

Charlie Kay DOB – 30 December 1990

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Cynthia Mare - Ngoro (Official Video) Starring John Cole_Zw

Cynthia Mare has been producing albums since 2007, both in Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom. She has won several local and international awards, has appeared on many shows including MTV Awards and Sean Paul concert. Her music video “Ngoro” is high quality work that has been appreciated by fans on YouTube.

Cynthia Mare DOB – 1984

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Trevor Dongo - Shoko reRudo (Official Video)

Trevor Dongo is regarded as one of the best RnB singers in Zimbabwe. He has produced a lot of hits since he started singing in 2005. This is one of his best music videos “Shoko neRudo” that has received good reviews on YouTube.

Trevor Dongo DOB – 27 September 1986

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Bantu – Holiday (Official Music Video)

US-based Zimbabwean producer T-Collar (Tinashe Sibanda) also known as Bantu, came up with a track titled “Holiday”  a vibrant Eurodance track that you can’t resist dancing to. The wonderful female voice and beat in the song would make you think that it’s another dope track by a young Gwen Stefani, Britney Spears or Nicki Minaj. Remember that Nicki Minaj was not always a rapper, Starships - a euro dance track is one of her best selling singles.

Holiday is a music video that meshes an African tale with Euro sounds. The song starts with a 55-second scene, African militiamen hunting down a couple, and speaking in Shona. You should watch it!

T-Collar/Tinashe Sibanda DOB – 1992

SIDE NOTE:   Fans Criticize Winky D’s Video

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A lot of fans on YouTube have criticized Winky D’s video “Disappear” saying it’s a cheap video that doesn’t make sense i.e. doesn’t portray the happy mood that comes with the song. Compared with the rubbish that has been produced by most Zim artists in the past, Winky D’s video is far much better, but considering Winky D’s big-name status in the music industry, people were expecting something more creative, relevant, scenic and high-budget. As some fans put it:

• “Cool video but I think you should do another video that incorporates the general public, coz this song relates to everyone and you can do the video like happy people...e.g. pamusika wembare or shopping malls ku gochi gochi people being happy...you need more people in this type of song” - CC
• “Videos of songz like these need a storyline...u need to act them...showing us u eating money... showing us who Bobo is drinking Amarula etc...This video is way too cheap and is not connecting with the song...” - PM
• “It’s a happy song for crying out loud....you could have gone to the beach or a club” - TZ
• “This video is so boring...” - TM
• “This video did not portray the true image of happiness...” - TC
• “I thought this was going to be a party themed video...with people dancing and having fun...” -  PD
• “This video needed more life more colour” - ED

 In other words,what Winky D’s fans wanted was a jovial and lively party video like this one:

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The reaction on Winky D’s YouTube video shows how the current generation takes video quality seriously. This is a generation whose life revolves around social media – Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat etc. A majority of them have smartphones and tablets which are connected to the internet 24/7 days a week. They are highly exposed to high standards of media on platforms such as YouTube VEVO, and they won't tolerate anything less.