Year In Music: 2025 The Sound of Zimbabwe: From Jah Prayzah’s “Ruzhowa” to Winky D’s P...
The Sound of Zimbabwe: From Jah Prayzah’s “Ruzhowa” to Winky D’s PABHO Wave!
The Zimbabwean music scene in 2025 was marked by an electrifying clash of titans and the emergence of fresh talent reshaping the cultural soundscape. Jah Prayzah dominated radio airwaves and fan votes with his hit "Ruzhowa", cementing his status as a cultural icon. Meanwhile, Winky D shattered digital streaming records with his explosive PABHO EP, solidifying his title as the undisputed king of Zimdancehall.
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| Winky D and Jah Prayzah 2025 |
Beyond these household names, a new wave of Ghetto Soul and Zimbabwean Hip Hop, led by artists like Bling 4 and Holy Ten, captured the streets and social media platforms, proving that the youth-driven music scene is stronger than ever. The year also saw Chillmaster dominating YouTube trends, showing that online viewership has become a critical measure of musical success in Zimbabwe.
From traditional Afro-pop melodies to urban beats and viral online hits, 2025 showcased the diversity, creativity, and resilience of Zimbabwe’s musical landscape, setting the stage for an even bigger 2026.
Afro-Fusion & Contemporary Hits
2025 saw Afro-fusion dominate with soulful anthems and contemporary pop rhythms that captivated fans across radio and live stages.
Ruzhowa
Jah Prayzah — First Zim track to hit 2 Million Spotify streams in under a year.
Kunge Ngirozi
Nyasha David ft. Nashie — The ultimate wedding season staple.
Necessary
Jah Prayzah — A fixture on all festive playlists.
Zimdancehall: The PABHO Wave
Led by Winky D's explosive EP, Zimdancehall broke digital records and dominated social media trends in 2025.
Siya
Winky D — 1 Million YouTube views in under 21 hours.
Haudi Kudiwa
Master H — Dominated TikTok challenges all year.
Horror
Chillmaster — The viral breakout hit of the year.
Hip Hop & Ghetto Soul
A breakthrough year for "Ghetto Soul" as artists used digital platforms to build massive followings and shape the next era of music.
PaHarare
Bling 4 — Won "Song of the Year" at the Zim Hip Hop Awards.
Muganhu
Holy Ten ft. Magz — A massive late-year chart climber.
Gospel: Hits Inspiring a Nation
Powerful messages and uplifting melodies that fused traditional gospel with modern sounds.
Mweya Mutsvene
The Unveiled — Led gospel charts for over 30 weeks.
Bakurangu
Minister Mahendere — A Sunday service favorite nationwide.
Listen to the 2025 Playlist
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