By OBAKENG MAJE
5 February 2025- Even though young and upcoming Hip Hop artists continue to be overwhelmed by pressure and uncertainties, Totso Gabriel Senwedi is happy to finally find his niche in the music industry. Young Sniwt as Senwedi is affectionately known in the music industry, said there are other certain challenges such as lack of financial support and piracy, but he is ready for the competition.
Young Snwit who was born in Extension 7, near Taung, said he is passionate about music and he was inspired by his older brothers, who are also into music.
“I hung out a lot with them and the rest is history. I started to embark on a musical journey at an early stage and never looked back. I have released a few singles that are on high rotation across various community radio stations in the North West such as Vaaltar FM and Radio Mafisa in Rustenburg.
“Even though I have not reached my true potential, I am happy with the progress that I have made. I will be releasing a new single called Don’t Panic this month. As an upcoming artist, I would like to share the stage with American superstar, Drake one day,” he said.
Young Sniwt further said he used to watch a lot of Drake’s music videos on TV and got inspired. He added that he was also introduced to the late 2PAC’s music.
“I also like Motswako Hip Hop artist, Notshi. Currently, I have not released an album. It has not been easy to find the right music producer that I can work with, but so far so good.
“There are so many challenges in the music industry and anyone who would like to embark on this journey, must be cut out for it. I have been recording a lot of demo tracks that are not official,” said Young Sniwt.
A North West University (NWU) student said he also decided to further his studies as part of empowerment. Young Sniwt said education is imperative because he can fall back on it when things get tough.
“I am great at multitasking hence I can easily juggle my music and studies together. I also believe that, as an artist, it is important to have multiple streams of income.
“Music is not only the dream that I want to build. I am a visionary and believe that, through discipline, dedication and determination, I can make it through. So, my advice to aspiring artists is, focus and work hard,” said Young Sniwt.
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