April 2019 caught artists like Ex-Q, Jah Prayzah, Chengeto and Ammara Brown, off-guard. The atmosphere for success had already been set. The foundation had been laid and ISO certified music videos had been produced to prove this. Jah Prayzah’s “Chikomo”, Ex-Q’s “Bhachura” and Ammara and Chengeto Brown’s “Whatchu want” are some exhibits that highlight a flourishing career. We’re talking high quality and next-level creativity and video production.
However, there’s something constant about life, change. Circumstances change so drastically and unexpectedly that we are forced to make life-altering decisions in the blink of an eye. Our hopes and desires change too and can even lead us into making game-changing decisions.
In April 2019, a talented Vusa (Blaqs) Hlatshwayo waltzed to the stage clad in an expensive suit. He was on top of the world,and why not? He had won his first NAMA award for a music video. Its in that moment, standing next to Ginimbi (God rest his soul),Vusa made a decision that would change his life forever.
He announced that he was going to quit doing music videos. ‘What was he going to do next since all he had been known for was doing music videos?’ the crowd wondered.
It’s been two years since and proud Vusa is still making music videos. During his tenure in retirement he managed to produce over a dozen music videos.
Here’s a list of some the videos :
- Jah Prayzah – Munyaradzi
- Jah Prayzah – Dangerous
- Jah Prayzah – Kunerima
- Freeman and Macheso – Ngaibake
- Trevor Dongo – Come get your love
- Alchemy – Zindoga
So kids, the lesson here is don’t quit your day job unless you’ve found another.
We love you Vusa Blaqs.