KO

K.O, born Ntokozo Mdluli on October 13, 1980, in Soweto, South Africa, is a renowned rapper and member of the influential hip-hop group Teargas. He studied Public Relations at the Vaal University of Technology, where he met his future bandmates, Ma-E and Ntukza. In 2005, the trio formed Teargas and released their debut album K'shubile K'bovu in 2006, which was a local hit. They went on to release several successful albums, solidifying their place in South African hip-hop. In 2013, K.O launched his solo career and founded the Cashtime Life record label, releasing his debut solo album Skhanda Republic in 2014. The album became a huge success, reaching platinum status and featuring hits like "Caracara" and "Son of a Gun." K.O continued to build his brand with his second album Skhanda Republic 2 in 2017 and a third album, PTY UnLtd, in 2019. He also launched his own clothing line, Skhanda World, and has worked with artists such as AKA, Cassper Nyovest, and Nasty C. K.O's music blends hard-hitting rap with catchy hooks, making him one of South Africa's top hip-hop artists.