Shebeshxt
Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke[1] is a South African rapper and controversial figure professionally known as Shebeshxt. He was born and raised in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo.[2] He became famous after the release of his breakthrough single "Ke Di Shxt Malume" after it went viral on a video sharing platform TikTok and receiving positive comments from the likes of Focalistic.
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| Born | Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke 1995 (age 28–29) Lebowakgomo, Limpopo, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
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| Years active | 2021–present |
| Notable work | "Twerka" |
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In 2023, the rapper signed a major deal with the famous Italian company Lamborghini wines by Lamborghini,[3] he appeared on Podcast and Chill with MacG and made history by becoming the first guest to surpass 1 million views in 2 days without a record label, television play and radio play.[4]
Discography change
- Topless Shxta's Journey (2022)
- Topless Shxta's Journey, Vol 2 (2023)
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In April 2023, the rapper was arrested and faced jail time, on 9 May 2023 he made an appearance in Lebowakgomo Magistrate's court for two counts of assault (discharging a firearm after he allegedly fired four shots in the air at a family home in Ga-Mamaola village), attempted murder, and property damage .[5] The rapper's bail was denied after the National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson in Limpopo addresseed that the case was postponed to gather further information,[6] Chauke remained in custody for four months until he was released in August 2023.[7] The discharge of firearm charges were later dropped in October 2023.[8]
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- ↑ Ngcobo, Nokuthula (2023-11-20). "Focalistic responds to Shebeshxt following viral 'Podcast and Chill' interview". The South African. Archived from the original on 5 December 2023. Retrieved 2023-12-05.
- ↑ Manuel, Marilynn (2023-12-04). "Limpopo star Shebeshxt steals Emtee's crowd [watch]". The South African. Archived from the original on 5 December 2023. Retrieved 2023-12-05.
- ↑ Vollmer, Bernelee (4 December 2023). "Shebeshxt strikes major partnership with prominent Italian company". Independent Online. Archived from the original on 16 December 2023. Retrieved 1 January 2024.
- ↑ Seleme, Rae (2023-11-19). "1million views in 2 days: Ama2000 president Shebeshxt breaks record on 'Podcast and Chill'". The South African. Archived from the original on 7 December 2023. Retrieved 2024-01-01.
- ↑ Seleme, Rae (2023-05-10). "NPA investigates Malome Shebe for assault, attempted murder". The South African. Archived from the original on 6 June 2023. Retrieved 2024-01-01.
- ↑ Madibogo, Julia (2023-06-15). "Musician Shebeshxt remanded in police custody". Sunday World. Archived from the original on 6 September 2023. Retrieved 2024-01-01.
- ↑ Madibogo, Julia (2023-08-30). "Trouble follows Shebeshxt a week after his release from prison". Sunday World. Archived from the original on 16 December 2023. Retrieved 2024-01-01.
- ↑ Madibogo, Julia (2023-10-04). "Musician Shebeshxt's gun-pointing charge dropped". Sunday World. Archived from the original on 7 December 2023. Retrieved 2024-01-01.