Lloyiso
Loyiso Gijana (born March 8, 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 constanted on Idols SA season 11 in 2015.
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]
Singles[edit]
As 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 [6] | Seasons | ||||
| "Love Runs Deeper" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Easy On Me" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Speak" | 2022 | — | RiSA: Platinum [6] | Non-album single | |||
| "What Would I Say" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Let Me Love You Now" | — | RiSA: Platinum [6] | Seasons | ||||
| "Run" | 2023 | — | RiSA: Gold [6] | ||||
| "Give A Little Kindess (Choir Version)" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "You're So You" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Real Love" | — | 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[edit]
All 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 | [7][8][9] |
| 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.
- ^ 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.