Dj Citi Lyts
Hip Hop DJ and Rapper, Sandile Nkululeko Mkhize, AKA DJ Citi Lyts,hails out of Soweto, Johannesburg. His passion and curiosity for music dates back to when he took part in school activities such as Hip Hop & Pantsula dance groups and also being part of his primary school choir. He later formed a hip-hop group called “Flipside” at the High school he attended Citi Lyt’s DJ career has been developed through the years by being a DJ for Pro-kid, who is known for releasing critically acclaimed hip hop music and Ambitiouz heavyweight Emtee, as well as performing at club events such as Black
Orchard and Club Keys through the group “Flipside. Since signing to Record label, Ambitiouz Entertainment, this hardworking and talented DJ has charmed hearts and moved bodies since his debut single titled “Washa” followed by the banging hit “Vura” which both received over one million
views on YouTube.
Bagging nominations for Song of the year and Best Collabo at the South African Hip Hop Awards as well as a nomination for the best hit single at the Metro FM Music Awards, DJ Citi Lyts has since proved himself as one of the most promising hip hop DJs in South Africa. Citi Lyts has headlined significant events such as the Black Out event that took place in Namibia alongside celebrated rapper Emtee. With his single “Shishiliza” being a club favourite, Citi Lyts has set the bar high for upcoming rappers and DJs. 2018 saw the release of brand new music from popular South African Hip Hop DJ Citi Lyts titled “Malambane” featuring Emtee, La Sauce, Kid Tini and S.Villa. Produced by Mashbeats, the street banger is all about a hustler’s spirit being awakened. This is the main message in the hook.
Different artists contribute a different style and element to the song as they have come together from different genres to create a unique masterpiece. This follows the release of his previous smash hit single “Vura” featuring Sjava and Saudi which received a nomination at the MetroFm Awards for Best Hit Single