BULAWAYO-BORN artiste Prince Peter Moyo is emerging as one of Zimbabwe’s more authentic new voices in hip-hop, blending traditional rhythms with modern trap and soul to tackle themes of mental health, heartbreak and resilience.
Better known by his stage name MG Hkh, he began making music in 2019 while working as a mechanic.
He said he turned to song writing to process personal struggles and to inspire Zimbabwean youth.
The stage name MG Hkh, he said, was chosen to reflect his roots, style and mission, a unique identity intended to keep him grounded and visible to fans.
“When I saw the impact my music had on people, I knew I wanted to pursue it full-time,” he said.
In an interview with NewsDay Life & Style, he explained that he draws inspiration from local influences and international artistes such as Rod Wave, whose genre blending helped to shape his early direction.
The Bulawayo native writes lyrics rooted in his upbringing and surroundings, and frequently returns to messages of hope, perseverance and self-empowerment.
That approach has helped him to connect with a growing and diverse audience.
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“My ideal audience is anyone who resonates with my music and message,” he says.
MG Hkh’s catalogue includes recent singles Hard to Change, Rufu Runopedza Part 2 and Love You No More.
He has collaborated with local acts including Mandala Jecha Mafia, and says the partnership taught him the importance of communication, creativity and compromise.
Looking ahead, he plans more releases, performances at notable events and more collaborations locally and internationally.
MG Hkh acknowledges challenges common to emerging artistes, particularly breaking through in a crowded industry and maintaining the momentum.
He balances artistic goals with commercial realities by prioritising his vision while remaining mindful of market demands.
He went on to reveal that his aim is to grow his audience and release new music, adding that his long-term ambitions included becoming one of the leading artistes in the country and using the platform to make a positive impact.
As he works on new projects, MG Hkh is focused on staying true to his origins and pushing musical boundaries.
By fusing traditional Zimbabwean elements with modern production and interesting lyricism, the mechanic-turned-musician hopes to represent his community and inspire listeners to overcome their challenges.
