Killer T

Killer T, is a Zimbabwean born and award-winning Zimdancehall artist based in Mbare. Killer T rose to fame with his popular song Makarova Ganaz (Shona & colloquial for You beat up a soldier). He is known for the signature line, Hot Property, which he usually chants at the start of his songs. In April 2018, Killer launched a new album Mashoko Anopfuura. The album has collaborations with other popular artists suuch as Jah Prayzah who is featured on the song, Hondo. Killer T was born Kelvin Kusikwenyu on 10 January 1990, in Mbare and was orphaned at a young age. He had to make ends meet in order to survive. Killer T attended St Peter’s Primary School before proceeding to George Stark School for his secondary education. The name Killer T is a combination of the Kusikwenyu's nickname Killer which he got from his brother who always referred to him as a “killer” of dancehall lyrics, and T short for Temptation, the name of a young brother he used to sing with. Having grown up in the neighbourhood of Mbare, Killer T's songs are inspired by youth life in the ghetto. He has said that he sings about what he comes across everyday. "There are things that happen here in Mbare that are so interesting. In fact, I get inspiration from the people here. Their lifestyles, aspirations and challenges make me want to pen more songs". Product Endorsements In February 2014, Killer T got a one year endorsement deal with Innscor Africa's quick service restaurant brand, Chicken Inn. As part of the endorsement he would feature in the brand’s radio and television commercials. International Appearances In March 2014, Killer T made his debut appearance at the Zimbabwe Cup Clash dancehall fete held annually at the Dunstable Leisure Centre in the United Kingdom. Killer T said the UK show was to be his first time to fly out of Zimbabwe.

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