Costa Titch was bigger than life itself and it's rather sad that we've lost such an icon who was on his way to stellar status globally especially after Akon took him under his wings. Photo credit: Instagram/costatitch
Costa Titch was bigger than life itself and it's rather sad that we've lost such an icon who was on his way to stellar status globally especially after Akon took him under his wings. Photo credit: Instagram/costatitch

Costa Titch, an artiste who had so much to give the music industry gone too soon

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Costa Titch is a South African rapper, songwriter, and dancer.

He was born in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, on May 27, 1995, and his real name is Constantinos Tsobanoglou. He grew up in a multicultural family and was exposed to different genres of music, which influenced his eclectic sound.

Costa Titch started his music career in 2017 and gained recognition with his hit single ‘Nkalakatha’ in 2019. The song was a remix of a classic South African Kwaito hit and featured the legendary rapper Riky Rick. The ‘Nkalakatha’ record quickly became a fan favorite and helped to solidify Costa Titch’s position in the South African music scene.

Since then, Costa Titch has released several other hit singles, including ‘Thembi’ and ‘Areyeng’ just to mention a few. He has also collaborated with notable South African artistes, such as AKA, Boity Thulo, Riky Rick, Diamond Platnumz, Mbosso, Cassper Nyovest, and DJ Maphorisa.

In 2020, Costa Titch released his debut album dubbed ‘Made in Africa,’ which features a blend of different genres, including hip-hop, trap, and kwaito. The album has received positive reviews and has cemented Costa Titch’s status as one of South Africa’s most exciting new artistes.

Costa Titch’s music is known for its high-energy, catchy hooks, and clever wordplay. He often incorporates his dance skills into his live performances, making for an entertaining and engaging experience for his fans.

In addition to his music career, Costa Titch is also a fashion influencer and has worked with several well-known brands, prior to his passing, he was the brand ambassador for Converse. He has also been nominated for several music awards, including the South African Music Awards and the MTV Africa Music Awards.

Overall, Costa Titch is a rising star in the South African music scene, known for his unique sound, impressive dance skills, and captivating live performances.

Costa Titch’s rise to fame has not been without its challenges. In an interview with IOL, he spoke about the difficulties of breaking into the music industry and facing criticism from those who doubted his talent. He also spoke about the importance of staying true to oneself and not compromising on one’s artistic vision.

Despite these challenges, Costa Titch has remained determined to succeed and has garnered a loyal fan base. His music has resonated with audiences both in South Africa and beyond, and he has been praised for his ability to fuse different musical styles and create a sound that is uniquely his own.

Looking ahead, Costa Titch expressed a desire to collaborate with more international artistes and expand his reach beyond South Africa which he actually achieved after he was signed under Akon’s record label and also got to work with the American icon who has deep roots in Senegal.

He has also hinted at plans to release new music in the near future, much to the excitement of his fans.

In a nutshell, Costa Titch is a talented rapper, songwriter, and dancer who has quickly risen to fame in the South African music scene.

His unique sound, impressive dance skills, and captivating live performances have earned him a dedicated following and cemented his status as one of the most exciting new artistes in the South Africa.

With his talent and determination, there’s no doubt that Costa Titch’s legacy will continue to make waves in the music industry for years to come despite being in the mainstream music arena in less than a decade.

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