Guys, be honest for a second. If you grew up in South Africa, there’s a very good chance you have heard of the song Skorokoro somewhere. Maybe at a family gathering. Maybe at a wedding. Maybe blasting from someone’s speakers at a braai while an uncle who swore he was “just sitting down today” suddenly turned into the main performer. And if you are anything like the rest of us, the moment that song comes on, you don’t even realise you are singing along until you are halfway through the chorus. That’s the power of Condry Ziqubu! For decades, this legendary musician has been creating the kind of songs that refuse to fade away. While music trends have come and gone, his songs have continued to live on in homes, celebrations, and memories across South Africa. But while many people know the music, far fewer know the man behind it. So where is Condry Ziqubu today? Is he still making music? What’s keeping him busy these days? And after a career that has already inspired generations, what goals does he still hope to achieve? Well, don’t worry. We have all the answers for you! In this exclusive Q&A with Africa Jamz FM News, Condry opens up about everything you have always wanted to know—from the man behind the music to the legacy he’s still building. Here’s what he had to say: 1. Bra Condry, you have experienced fame, success, international performances, and the changing face of South African music. When you look back on your journey, what has been the most difficult chapter of your life that fans never got to see? “It is the struggle of promoting my music and getting a deal; it was very difficult. I went to all the recording companies, knocking on those doors. It wasn’t easy,” said Bra Condry. Condry Ziqubu also served as the lead guitarist of the Afro-rock band “Harari”, performing alongside renowned musicians including Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse, Alec “Om” Khaoli, and Selby “Fikile” Ntuli, among others. Picture: Supplied 2. After decades in the industry, what is it that still makes you pick up a guitar and create music? Has your reason for making music changed from when you first started? “It is the love of music and to appreciate the gift from our Father who art in Heaven. I don’t take it for granted. My duty is to always praise Him for the gift, because without Him, I wouldn’t have written all the songs that people love,” said Bra Condry. In 2020, Condry released his album “The Land Is Ours”, which was inspired by land reform in South Africa. Picture: Supplied 3. If you could sit down today with the young Condry Ziqubu who was just beginning his career in Alexandra, what advice would you give him—and what warning would you want him to hear? “It is to go to school, study, and get a degree, because it’s what I failed to do, and I regret it. Because the music industry is very difficult, you need to have a backup, something to fall back on,” said Bra Condry. 4. Many artists dream of building a legacy, but very few achieve it. When people speak about Condry Ziqubu years from now, what do you hope they remember most: the music, the mentorship, or the man behind it all? “I hope they remember both the music and mentorship, because that’s what I love to do—teaching the young how to play guitar. Whenever I find time, I visit schools around Alex and do music lessons,” said Bra Condry. Condry playing guitar for school learners at Mc Weiler Primary School in Alexandra. Picture: Supplied 5. You have inspired generations of South Africans. As you enter this next chapter of your life and career, what unfinished dream or goal are you still determined to achieve? “I want to continue teaching music lessons and hopefully have a Condry Ziqubu Music School in Alex, because at the moment I’m doing it for free,” said Bra Condry. HAVE YOU READ THIS ONE?: EXCLUSIVE: Why Pamela Nkutha Never Needed to Reinvent Herself Post navigation EXCLUSIVE: Why Pamela Nkutha Never Needed to Reinvent Herself
