# Murdah Bongz

Bongani Mohosana (born 9 June 1987) known professionally as Mörda or Murdah Bongz, is a South African DJ and music producer. He is best known for being a former member of the band Black Motion.

## Early life and career

Bongani Mohosana was born on the 9th of June 1987 in Pretoria, South Africa. He developed a passion and interest in music at a young age. He joined the church choir, where he learnt how to play musical instruments and was also involved in singing. He then developed his skills as a music composer, dancer and vocalist.
In 2009, Bongani Mohosana along with Thabo Mabogwane aka Smol launched a band named Black Motion and he adopted the stage name Murdah Bongz. The duo started making music and became popular in the year 2011 after releasing their studio album Talking to the Drums. Several years after the band's founding, though, both decided to pursue solo careers. Murdah Bongz then changed his stage name to Mörda.
In 2022, he released his first solo debut album, Asante, which was named after his daughter.
In September 2023, Mörda announced his second studio album Asante II, which was released on 29 September 2023.
"Burning Bush" with Thakzin, Ihhashi Elimhlophe released on 8 September 2023 as album's lead single.
The album was released on 29 September 2023.
Mörda's extended play CR4ZY, was released on June 7, 2024. It features Brenden Praise, Lusanda, Mpho.Wav and Kwamzy.
Mörda appeared on a single "Takala", collaboration with Black Motion, DJ Bucks, and African Roots released on May 10, 2024. The song entered Local Radio Chart Top 10 at number 10.
Towards the end of September 2024, Mörda will embark on upcoming Red Bull Unlocked to be held in Cape Town.

## Endorsement

In early September 2024, Mörda was announced as Miller brand ambassador.

## Controversy

In December 2022, it was alleged that Mörda had taken recording studio equipment from the Black Motion business premises in December 2022. He was also accused of violently damaging a door at the recording studio, among other properties.
Following the accusations, Mörda's legal representatives issued a statement stating that the equipment belongs to Spirit Motion which both Morda and Thabo Smol proportionately owned.

## Personal life

Bongani Mohosana married DJ and producer DJ Zinhle in 2022. The couple went public with their relationship in 2021, after reports revealed that they had been dating for quite some time in private before going public. The couple had their first baby daughter, Asante in September 2021.

## Discography
### Studio albums

* Asante (2022)
* Asante II (2023)

### Extended plays

* CR4ZY (2024)

### As lead artist

List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name :
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album |
| Title | Year | ZA | Certifications | Album |
| "Summer Love" (featuring Nkosazana Daughter) | 2022 | — | RiSA: Gold | Asante |
| "Mohigan Sun" (Mörda, Oscar Mbo featuring Murumba Pitch) | 2022 | 1 | RiSA: 2× Platinum | Asante |
| "Takala" (Black Motion, Afrikan Roots, Dj Buckz, Mörda) | 2024 | 10 | | Non-album single |
| "Uxolo" (Kay-9ine, Mörda featuring Zeh SA) | 2024 | — | | Non-album single |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. |||||

## Awards and nominations
### GQ Best Dressed Awards

| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
| 2024 | Himself | Best Dressed Editor's Choice | Won | |

### Grammy Awards

| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
| 2024 | "The Color Purple" | Best compilation soundtrack for visual media | Pending | |

### Metro FM Music Awards

| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
| 2025 | Himself | Best Styled Artist | Pending |
| 2025 | Himself | Best Male Artist | Pending |
| 2025 | Himself | Best Artist of the Year | Pending |

### NAACP Awards

| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
| 2024 | The Color Purple soundtrack | Outstanding Soundtrack/Album Compilation | Won | |

### South African Dance Music Awards

| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
| 2023 | Asante | Best Dance Album | Nominated | |
| 2023 | "Mohigan Sun" featuring Oscar Mbo, Murumba Pitch | Best House Record | Nominated | |

### South African Music Awards

| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
| 2024 | "Mohigan Sun" featuring Oscar Mbo, Murumba Pitch | RAV Music Video of the Year | Nominated |
| 2024 | "Horns in the Sun" | Motsepe Foundation Record of the Year | Nominated |
| 2024 | "Burning Bush" | Best Collaboration | Nominated |
| 2024 | "Yes God" | Remix of the Year | Nominated |
| 2024 | Asante II | Best Dance Album | Nominated |