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Born Makhosini Henry Xaba in Kwa-Thema, Gauteng, Joe Nina is a South African singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist associated with the growth of township pop and the early development of kwaito. Raised in a musical household, he was exposed to live performances from an early age through his parents.
He began playing instruments as a child and entered the recording industry in the early 1990s, initially working in studios under the names T McCool and King Rap before adopting the Joe Nina stage name.
He achieved national recognition with his 1994 album "Ding Dong," whose title track became one of the most recognizable songs of the decade. In addition to his own recordings, Nina developed a strong reputation as a producer and songwriter, working with artists including Brenda Fassie, Ray Phiri, and Ringo Madlingozi.
His work has earned several South African Music Awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award.
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