Morafe

Once in a while something magical happens in the entertainment industry, and Morafe is that magic. Morafe was originally named The IL Tribe (Intimate Lyrical Tribe ). The group consists of three members: Kgaugelo (a.k.a. Kay-G), Khulani (a.k.a. Khuli) and Lerothodi (a.k.a. Towdee). Morafe is a hip-hop group that fuses vernacular rap with a twist of soul and R&B and involves influential messages in Setswana and English.

This style of hip-hop has been in existence since the days of Baphixile, Crowded Crew and Hip Hop Pantsula. Morafe brings a different element and sound not only to this type of music but also to the South African music scene. Morafe is the group to represent the South African hip-hop music industry on an international level.

Conceived between 1994 and '95, Morafe is from Mafikeng, the same place that brought you Thaso and HHP. In 2001 Morafe featured on HHP's second album Maftown on the track called "Ayoba."

In 2003, they made another appearance on HHP's third CD, O Mang on the tracks "Maak Om," "Raise it up," and "Danger." Morafe also wrote and composed a song on the soundtrack from the hit TV hit series "Gazlam 2"; a track called "Jozi City Lights."

Towdees lyrical style can be described as smooth and full of charisma. He brings the macaholic, floetic and lyrical flavor to Morafe music.

Khulis style is raw, yet incorporates a rhythmic and very unique flow into Morafe music.

Kay-G brings the milder taste by adding an R&B and more soulful flavor to Morafe music.

— Courtesy Calabash Music