Picture: Hip Hop artist, Trust Eddie Galeboe
By OBAKENG MAJE
9 January 2025- A local Hip Hop artist, Trokid who is christened Trust Eddie Galeboe (35) said, even though he is not happy with his progress in the music industry, he is making inroads. This comes after Trokid’s single called Ke Senya Plek continues to break all barriers.
The Ke Senya Plek single is on high rotation in various community radio stations across South Africa and also made it to the Trace Africa hit songs list.
“I am happy with my progress as that inspires me to work harder. I continue to find my niche in the music industry, even though the support I receive from my hometown, Taung is not enough.
“As we speak, I get more support from Vryburg, Rustenburg and other areas compared to my hometown. However, when you read Luke 4:24, it says, “Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in his hometown.” So, I guess that might be the case,” said Galeboe.
He further said even though his single has reached over eight countries on Spotify, he still wants to push it until it reaches various mainstream radio stations such as Motsweding FM, Metro FM, Kaya FM, Radio 2000 and others. Galeboe added that he will then focus on releasing a second single.
“I believe in talent, but being disciplined, dedicated and determined, is my way of life. If you believe in hard-work and perseverance, nothing is impossible.
“I started to develop interest in hip hop at my tender age and back in 2005, I started to take my music career seriously,” said Galeboe.
He was born in Gauteng and bred in Mokassa 2 village, near Taung, even though his father is a Zimbabwean.
“I released a much-anticipated single called Get Down back in 2012, but my turning point was my single called Mashala Ke Mang, which was on high rotation on community radio stations such Vaaltar FM and other national radio stations.
“My music is a metaphor that reflects my personal journey through challenging times. You know, music communicates a message of hope and inspiration to those following in my footsteps,” said Galeboe.
He said if they could all play their part in the world, they can have a better society. Galeboe said he was happy to share the stage with various world renowned artists at 2024 Dj Sphere Annual Bash.
Meanwhile, the hyper-active artist worked with producers and artists like OB, Gee-Cliff, Dr Dogg, Zebar, Qausure, Grayshadow and the list is endless.
You can follow him on Twitter@Trokidmashala01
Facebook: Mashala Aga Trokid
Youtube: Trokid Mashala
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