Loyiso Gijana (born 8 March 1999), professionally known as Lloyiso is South African singer-songwriter and producer. Born and raised in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, Lloyiso developed musical interest at the age of 12 and contested on Idols SA season 11 in 2015.
Lloyiso | |
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| Birth name | Loyiso Gijana |
| Born | March 8, 1999 Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Genres | Afropop Pop |
| Occupation | singer-songwriter |
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| Years active | 2015 – present |
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Following his exit from Idols SA, Lloyiso signed a recording deal with Ambitiouz Entertainment in 2018 and released "Nontsikelelo", "Intlizyo" featuring Langa Mavuso. [1]
Shortly after his departure with former label, Lloyiso signed recording deal with Universal Music Group South Africa and Republic Records in 2021.[2]
Towards the end of February 2023, Lloyiso announced his extended play Seasons and release date.[3]
The EP was released on March 31, 2023.[4] Seasons was entirely produced by Earwulf, Mr. Hudson, and Stargate. His extended play earned him 3 nominations at South African Music Awards and won Best Pop Album.[5]
In early May 2024, Lloyiso announced Elephant in the Room Tour, the tour includes 4 dates. The tour is scheduled to start at Pretoria, June 8, other 3 dates will be announced later.[6] [7]
Singles
editAs lead artist
edit| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZA | |||||||
| "Nontsikelelo" | 2018 | — | Non-album single | ||||
| "Intliziyo" (featuring Langa Mavuso) | 2019 | — | Non-album single | ||||
| "Madoda Sabelani" | 2020 | — | Non-album single | ||||
| "Dream About You" | 2021 | — | Non-album single | ||||
| "Seasons" | — | RiSA : Multi-Platinum [8] | Seasons | ||||
| "Love Runs Deeper" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Easy On Me" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Speak" | 2022 | — | RiSA: Platinum [8] | Non-album single | |||
| "What Would I Say" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Let Me Love You Now" | — | RiSA: Platinum [8] | Seasons | ||||
| "Run" | 2023 | — | RiSA: Gold [8] | ||||
| "Give A Little Kindess (Choir Version)" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "You're So You" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Real Love" (with Martin Garrix) | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "I Hate That I Care" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||
Discography
edit- Seasons (2023)
Achievements
editAll Africa Music Awards
edit| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | "Speak" | songwriter of the year | Nominated | |
| Most Promising Artiste | Nominated |
South African Music Awards
edit| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Seasons | Best Pop Album | Won | [9][10][11] |
| Best Male Artist | Nominated | |||
| Best Newcomer | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ de Wee, Naledi (2022-04-17). "Idols SA' to international star: A look at Lloyiso's music career [watch]". The South African. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Thangevelo, Debashine (2021-09-10). "Former 'Idols SA' contestant Lloyiso becomes 1st SA artist signed to Republic Records". Independent Online. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Kekana, Chrizelda (2023-02-26). "Poised for a global takeover, Lloyiso announces debut EP 'Seasons'". TimesLIVE.
- ^ "Singer Lloyiso releases his eagerly awaited debut EP 'Seasons' Today". trace Stuff. 2023-03-31. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Selisho, Kaunda (21 Oct 2023). "HELLO WEEKEND | Sama-nominee Lloyiso shares personal highlights after a meteoric year". South African: News24. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Pasiya, Lutho (2024-05-02). "Lloyiso announces his 'Elephant in the Room' four-city tour". Independent Online. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- ^ Lee Stark, Tracy (2024-05-02). "Multi-award-winning singer Lloyiso about to hit the road on a tour around South Africa | City Press". South Africa: City Press. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- ^ a b c d "Certifications 2024". RiSA. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Seemela, Masego (2023-10-13). "Three Samas nominations are affirming – Lloyiso". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ "Lloyiso Gets Three Nominee Nods". SAMA. 2023-11-17. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Shumba, Ano (2023-11-18). "SAMAs 2023: All the winners". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2024-03-11.