Tshepo Modise whose stage name is Cruz Afrika announces his retirement from the South African music industry.
The Trap star released a statement confirming his decision which he believed it’s something most artists fear to do.
“After years of a very successful career and the addition of relative industry awards, the controversial South African trap star Mr Pray for Me hit maker announces that he is ready to retire from the music industry,” reads the press release.
The CEO of Afrika Hotlines who will celebrate his 40th birthday on the 23rd of March 2023 posted a heartfelt video clip on social media to announce his retirement from the music industry.
“He mentioned that although he will not be recoding any new music, but he will still be available for features and co-sign’s for the benefit of young independent artists to use his house hold brand status to further their careers.”
“In the video @Iamcruzafrika mentioned that he plans on using the extra time on his hands to significantly develop his co- record label artists @Nex_Vocals ,@Djlisa_sa, @Dj_Fingz and @2la_Sa.”
“However his main focus will be to empower and mentor young artist across the country so they can live their dreams . In the trending clip Mr “Shaka Zulu” hit maker said: “My plan is to focus on @Afrikahotlines which his well- established record label / Marketing and PR company.”
Cruz will retire with a USA club tour, which will see him performing 10 shows across 5 states, including, New York, Atlanta, The Bay Area, and Los Angeles.
Read the full press release below:
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