Lungelihle Zwane, also known as Uncle Waffles, is a South Africa-based DJ, known for her work in the amapiano genre. Starting her music career during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2021, she perfected her craft through dedication and social media, which helped her gain a global audience. Originally from Eswatini, she moved to South Africa to pursue greater opportunities. Her viral performances boosted her status, and in 2022, she released her debut EP, Red Room Dragon. Lungelihle aims to share her love of music and explore other creative endeavors.
Wadibusa
Yahyuppiah
BAPHI
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Tanzania
Began as a television presenter before transitioning to DJing.
Viral video dancing to “Adiwele” catapulted her to fame.
Debut single “Tanzania” reached No. 1 and 7× platinum.
Became a BBC Radio 1 resident DJ in September 2022.
Performed at the 2022 Global Citizen Festival in Accra.
Collaborated with KFC South Africa for an exclusive burger.
Featured in Rolling Stone as a global amapiano ambassador.
Mixmag listed her as a top breakthrough DJ in 2022.
First amapiano artist to perform at Coachella in 2023.
Beyoncé sampled “Tanzania” on her Renaissance World Tour.
Asylum EP (2023), certified gold within a week.
Single “Wadibusa” (2024) peaked at No. 4 in South Africa.
2022 AFRIMMA: Won Best DJ Africa.
2023 BET Awards: Nominated for Best International Act.
2023 GQ Men of the Year Awards: Won Woman of the Year.
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