Ex-Global Supports Nasty C’s Vision for Advancing South African Hip Hop. Ex-Global has expressed his endorsement of Nasty C, asserting that the rapper’s current trajectory serves as an essential guide for the growth of South African hip hop.
“I genuinely believe what Nasty C is doing is exactly what SA hip hop needs to reach the next level,” the commentator shared on Thursday. “From here, artists should continue the culture, link up more, work together more, try different genres, and break through with new sounds.”
This endorsement coincides with Nasty C keeping an open-door policy in the studio. His Speed Run series transforms live streaming into intense sessions where participants have a limited time to create lyrics, melodies, and harmony. Recent evenings have featured artists like Flvme, Tshego, Tellaman, Lucasraps, along with groups like The North Mob. Viewers experience the music as it develops in real-time on platforms such as YouTube and Twitch, creating an atmosphere that emphasizes collaboration rather than individual display.
This collaborative ethos continues to shape his projects this year. The independent album FREE, released under his Tall Racks label in 2025, earned him a third SAMA award for Best Hip Hop Album. Earlier in 2026, he released a joint effort with Tellaman titled T’s & C’s Apply. Both albums seamlessly blend sharp lyricism with diverse musical experimentation, demonstrating that an artist can remain competitive while also making space for others.
Ex Global has consistently regarded Nasty C as one of the most well-rounded figures in the industry. His recent commentary frames the work as a call to arms rather than a celebration of success. The focus is on continuing to advance the culture. Collaborate more. Expand the sound. The takeaway is straightforward: progress will not stem from individual superiority but from a collective approach to music-making.
