Lordkez Reflects On Her National Anthem Performance At The Currie Cup Final. Hailing from Kimberley, R&B artist Lordkez returned to her roots for a significant homecoming, performing South Africa’s national anthem prior to the Currie Cup final at Griqua Park.
Lordkez Reflects On Her National Anthem Performance At The Currie Cup FinalThe South African Music Award-winning singer described her performance as one filled with “great joy and pride,” especially poignant as it was in the town where she was raised.
For Lordkez, performing on the same field she roamed as a child filled her with emotion and marked a significant moment in her journey.
“This was such a special and emotional moment for me, because this is the first time I get to sing the national anthem live on the ground I’ve walked on as a young girly with big dreams,” she revealed.
This performance coincided with a day of significant rugby action in Kimberley, where the Griquas took on the Pumas in the Currie Cup final. The home team secured a 23-16 win, granting the enthusiastic local supporters another occasion to rejoice.
Reflecting on the warm reception from her hometown, Lordkez described the atmosphere of joy and enthusiasm as “an unreal feeling.”
She expressed her strong pride in the Northern Cape, concluding her remarks with a heartfelt appeal for support: “GO GRIQUAS.”
Additionally, Lordkez extended her gratitude to the Bok Rugby team for the opportunity to perform at such a celebrated event in South African rugby.
Recognized for her unique blend of R&B and neo-soul touched by local influences, Lordkez continues to evolve as an artist while maintaining connections to her Kimberley roots. Her performance of the national anthem served as a deeply personal moment, celebrating her community that played a role in her artistic development.
