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Anatii in 2018
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| Birth name | Anathi Bhongo Mnyango |
| Born | 8 January 1993 |
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Anathi Bhongo Mnyango (born on January 8, 1993), known as Anatii, is a talented South African artist. He is a singer, rapper, songwriter, and also produces music for other artists.
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Anatii's Music Journey
Anatii started his music career when he was just 14 years old. He got his first big chance in South Africa by working with L-Tido on a song called "When It Rains."
His first album, Artiifact, came out on September 9, 2016. This album featured many famous artists. Some of these included South African stars like AKA, Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, and Uhuru. He also worked with Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage, the electronic duo Faarrow from Somalia and Canada, and American singer Omarion.
In August 2017, Anatii was chosen as "The Young Independents influencer of the year." Later that year, in October 2017, GQ South Africa magazine named him one of the best-dressed men in the country.
In November 2017, Anatii became an important supporter for the LuQuLuQu project. This project was started by the United Nations High Commission for Refugees. The official launch of the project in South Africa happened on November 29, 2017, in Johannesburg. In 2018, Anatii was also listed in Forbes Africa's "30 Under 30 Creatives" list. This list highlights young, creative people who are making a big impact.
Anatii's Albums and Songs
Anatii has released several albums and many popular songs. He has also produced music for other artists.
Studio Albums by Anatii
Anatii has released three studio albums. He also released one album with fellow artist AKA.
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| Artiifact |
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| Be Careful What You Wish For (with AKA) |
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| Iyeza |
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Anatii's Hit Singles
Here are some of the popular songs Anatii has released as a main artist.
| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Thunder Thighs" | 2012 | Non-album single |
| "Bananaz" (featuring DJ Khaled) |
2014 | Non-album single |
| "Freedom" | Artiifact | |
| "The Saga" (featuring AKA) |
2015 | |
| "Feeling on Me" | ||
| "Hours" | 2016 | |
| "Jump" (with Cassper Nyovest featuring Nasty C) |
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| "10 Fingers" (with AKA) |
2017 | Be Careful What You Wish For |
| "Don't Forget to Pray" (with AKA) |
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| "Thixo Onofefe" | 2018 | Iyeza |
| "Ntloni" |
Songs Anatii Helped Write
Anatii has also written songs for other famous artists.
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* "MOOD 4 EVA" – Beyoncé, Jay-Z & Childish Gambino * "Brown Skin Girl" feat. Blue Ivy Carter – Beyoncé, SAINt JHN & Wizkid
Awards and Recognitions
Anatii has received several awards and nominations for his music and influence.
| Year | Award ceremony | Category | Results | Ref. |
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| 2015 | SAHHA | Best Music Video for "The Saga" ft. AKA | Won | |
| Best Collaboration for The Saga ft. AKA | Won | |||
| 2017 | Young Independent Influencer of the Year | |||
| GQ South Africa | Best Dressed Men | |||
| SAHHA | Best Collaboration for 10 Fingers by AKA & Anatii | |||
| 2018 | Forbes Africa | 30 under 30 Creatives | ||
| 25th South African Music Awards | Male Artist of the Year | Nominated | ||
| 2019 | STMA | The Ashford & Simpson Songwriter's Award for Brown Skin Girl |
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Anatii in 2018
