The Late Dr Oliver Mtukudzi |
Sellah and Selly Mtukudzi are the late icon's children he sired with his now American based partner.
"We are Sellah (son) and Selly (daughter) Mtukudzi and we are Dr Oliver Mtukudzi's children he sired out of wedlock with his white lover (our mom) who is now based in America."the duo told this publication in a written interview
"Our dad was a Superstar in both music and love affairs zvekusvika pakupfimba murungu vakadiwa (to a point of successfully proposing love to a white lady" they joked.
The young Mtukudzi's started music long back when they were still in primary school but they chose to keep a low profile instead of basking in their father's popularity and fame
They said the reason they kept a low profile were due to polygamy related family feuds a character they have maintained up to this day!
"Hatiite zvema group because pfuma yenhaka inourayisa" (We don't get along with the bigger family or try to claim any inheritance as there are many dangers that comes with inheritance fights)"
Their first Album is called" Dhadha Haridyiwe Musoro" and it has six tracks all written by their late dad Oliver Mtukudzi
The six tracks are Neriah (remix), Sei Dhongi richitambura ft Faheem Somange,Matsanga and Jatiwero,Povho Yaramba will (Will rejected !Squabble Tuku's inheritance ),Gamuchirai Sellah ft Jah Prayzah, Chikwambo chati choda mukadzi ft Tryson Chimbetu (co-sponsored by Passion Java) and My Crush(ndomuudza sei kuti I love you) ft Hwindi President.
All the intros to the songs were done by Boss Matsanga
We have the late superstar's song book " said Sellah.
Their next album will feature artists like sungura music giant and living legend Alick Macheso,Culture Love,Obert Chari,Makhadzi,Cassper Nyovest,Big Zulu,Penny Penny,Tocky Vibes,Charmer Gal,Winky D,Killer T ,Dr Hosiah Chipanga,Bio Mudimba the Kujata jaya hit maker,Baba Mechanic Manyeruke if everything planned and all agreements goes according to plan
Their doors are open for collaborations to all musicians
"Our music is inspired by day to day events,the things we see and experience especially when we gather with relatives,fans and friends."
Besides music they are into farming and they are also running various businesses
Their fans can look out for a lot of shows with lined up with various artists across the globe!
Fans,Sponsors,Fellow artists and anyone who needs to get in touch with Sellah and Selly Mtukudzi can get in touch with them on
WhatsApp +27736805303
YouTube. Sellah Mtukudzi
Facebook. Sellah Mtukudzi
"Lastly we would love to thank all our fans for your support,Lets meet at our live shows for Tuku Music flavor" they concluded.
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