Klipfontein View artist LoonyQ shares journey in music
Klipfontein View artist LoonyQ has opened up about his rise in the music industry and his journey into amapiano.
Producer and amapiano vocalist Lindokhule Mtshali, better known as LoonyQ, has opened up about his journey in the music industry.
Born and raised in Klipfontein View, Mtshali was exposed to music from a young age. His mother and aunts, who sang in church, influenced his early musical tastes, while his uncle’s constant playing at home helped spark his passion.
He began his journey in music production and started rapping in Grade 6.
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Inspired by artists such as Nasty C and Kendrick Lamar, he later transitioned into an amapiano vocalist in 2021.
Although he started as a rapper, Mtshali said he was always drawn to the amapiano sound and eventually embraced his versatility by exploring different genres.
He described 2025 as a breakthrough year, during which he achieved key milestones in his career.
His song Saka reached one million streams, and he collaborated with leading amapiano artists, including DJ Maphorisa, DBN Gogo and JazziQ.
Mtshali said one of the biggest challenges he faces is building his career independently, without the backing of major companies or sponsors.
“I’ve never believed in the ‘what if I don’t make it’ mentality. If you want something, you will do anything to achieve it,” he said.
He added that hope, belief and a clear vision continue to keep him motivated despite the challenges. In the early stages of his career, he received more criticism than support, but used it as motivation to improve his craft.
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“Growing up in the township, you are exposed to many negative influences. Music has protected me and kept me focused,” he said.
Looking ahead, Mtshali hopes to expand his career internationally, explore new sounds and collaborate with global artists.
He encouraged aspiring musicians to take risks, believe in their dreams and remain persistent.
“If you try, it might happen sooner than you think. If you give up, it will never happen at all,” he said.
