Nkanyiso Mzimela is an actor and singer from South Africa. He is known for playing the role of Melusi in the popular telenovela Isibaya. Fans detest him so much mainly because of the open disrespect he shows his parents. Apart from acting, he is also a musician under the stage name Night$. He has always indicated that music was his first love.
In December 2020, Mzimela performed live at Shaye Lounge in Soweto, launching his EP, Before Winter, which is R&B and hip-hop with the soulful voice.
| Born: | Nkanyiso Mzimela |
| Other names: | Night$ |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Occupation: | Actor, musician |
| Genre: | Soul, house music, rap |
| Instruments: | Vocal, piano |
| EP: | Before Winter |
Early Life
Born Nkanyiso Mzimela, known by the name Night$, has loved music from a tender age of a child. His name, Nkanyiso, means “the bringer of light.”
When primary school was going on, at the age of 9, he started feeling the urge to sing and play music. It took him some time before he could muster enough courage to go out and perform in public, from just being a musician to an actor.
Education
Nkanyiso pursued studies in sound engineering and production. He picked the course to develop his voice and get better control.
Career
Nkanyiso Mzimela,
Nkanyiso, a young fellow from KwaZulu-Natal, started out his career in TV adverts and plays and short films. If acting was his first success, it is long known that music is his first love. His EP Before Winter was named after him and has a soulful kind of house-tinged with some rap. Reminded of Lauryn Hill and John Legend in voice and style, his “In My Dreams” about news anchor Chante Jantjies is a great first single. Nkanyiso writes songs based on his emotions and dreams. He also owns Bafo Media, a business aimed at helping emerging artists.
Social Profile
On his social media pages, Nkanyiso Mzimela shares a few of his freestyles. In addition, he works on the platforms and posts about new projects.
