Shaka Bundu- Penny Penny Apr 2026

Born Eric Kobane, he is known for his signature high topknot hairstyle and a "party vibe" that is soulful and melodic.

"Shaka Bundu" is the title track and breakout hit from the 1994 debut album by South African musician and politician . The Track: "Shaka Bundu"

Often called the "King of Shangaan Disco," his work saw a global resurgence in the 2010s when it was re-released by the label Awesome Tapes From Africa . Shaka Bundu- PENNY PENNY

The track was produced by Joe Shirimani in just seven days using minimal equipment, including an Atari computer and a Korg M1 synthesizer.

Before He Joined Congress, A South African Janitor's Disco Past Born Eric Kobane, he is known for his

The album sold over 250,000 copies, propelling Penny Penny from a janitor at a record label to a multi-platinum superstar. The Artist: Penny Penny

Uniquely for the time, the lyrics are in Xitsonga (specifically the Xihlanganu dialect), which was rarely heard in South African mainstream pop. The track was produced by Joe Shirimani in

It is a foundational example of Tsonga disco (or Shangaan disco), a style characterized by high-tempo beats, deep basslines, and traditional call-and-response vocals.