{"id":30762,"date":"2026-05-16T09:24:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-16T09:24:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/?p=30762"},"modified":"2026-05-16T09:24:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-16T09:24:19","slug":"how-oscar-mbo-championed-cizas-rise-with-isaka","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/how-oscar-mbo-championed-cizas-rise-with-isaka\/","title":{"rendered":"How Oscar Mbo Championed Ciza’s Rise with ‘Isaka’"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The South African musician Ciza has shared insights into the significant influence Oscar Mbo had on the inception of his music career. He revealed that the well-known producer backed him long before he gained recognition in the Amapiano genre.<\/p>\n

In a recent interview on Metro FM, Ciza discussed his musical path and emphasized the importance of industry support during the emergence of his breakout hit \u201cIsaka (6am).\u201d<\/em> This discussion coincides with the release of their new collaborative single, \u201cMngani Wam,\u201d<\/em> which is set to feature on Ciza\u2019s forthcoming project titled Ciza\u2019s Palace<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Ciza praised Oscar Mbo for his unwavering belief in him from the very start, particularly during a time when Ciza was working to make a name for himself in the industry. He noted that Mbo’s support was instrumental in introducing his music to a larger audience.<\/p>\n

\u201cOscar Mbo supported me from day one, he\u2019s one of the guys who helped Isaka blow up,\u201d Ciza remarked.<\/p>\n

<pThe artist further elaborated on how gaining performance opportunities contributed to increasing his visibility and fostering connections within the expanding Amapiano scene. He reminisced about a pivotal instance when he was invited to perform at one of Major League DJz's popular Balcony Mix events. The Balcony Mix series gained international acclaim during the COVID-19 lockdown, showcasing Amapiano and house music through upscale outdoor and rooftop performances.<\/p>\n

Ciza stated that Oscar Mbo played a key role in creating that opportunity by allowing him to take the stage at one of these events.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt actually blew up at one of the twins\u2019 show, Balcony Mix. He put me on stage, gave me the shine at the time,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n

This exposure marked a crucial juncture in Ciza\u2019s career, leading to the rapid rise of \u201cIsaka (6am)\u201d<\/em>, which eventually became a prominent track in the South African Amapiano landscape. Listeners resonated with the song’s vibrant energy, helping solidify Ciza’s position as an emerging voice in the genre.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on their collaboration today, Ciza describes working with Oscar Mbo again as a moment of coming full circle. Their new track, \u201cMngani Wam,\u201d<\/em> not only highlights their musical synergy but also encapsulates the journey they have shared from Ciza’s early career days to their current achievements.<\/p>\n

The interview has generated a positive response online, with numerous fans commending Oscar Mbo for his commitment to supporting rising talent and fostering the next wave of Amapiano artists.<\/p>\n

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