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Peta Teanet
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Peta Teanet was a disco musician from South Africa of Shangaan descent. Considered the king of Shangaan Disco, his music was influential in South Africa and beyond. Teanet was born in Thapane village, in Bolobedu, south of Ga-Modjadji, South Africa. He attended Kgwekgwe High School in Moleketla Village, became fluent in Shona, and also sang in Shona. Teanet's debut album, Maxaka (We Are Relatives), was released in 1988. He rose to fame with his dance beats and lyrics in his native Tsonga language. His songs include Cina Ndoda, Damage, and I Love You Africa. Teanet toured throughout South Africa and became one of the country's best-selling artists. A police officer tragically shot and killed him during an argument.
Discography
Albums9
The Real
The Real2018 • AlbumTracks: 8
Maxaka
Maxaka2018 • AlbumTracks: 6
Divorce Case
Divorce Case2013 • AlbumTracks: 6
King Of Shangaan Disco
King Of Shangaan Disco2008 • AlbumTracks: 8
The Black Force
The Black Force2006 • AlbumTracks: 10
The Best Of
The Best Of2004 • AlbumTracks: 15
Double Pashash
Double Pashash1995 • AlbumTracks: 10
Will Excite You
Will Excite You1994 • AlbumTracks: 9
Heroes
Heroes1994 • AlbumTracks: 8
Compilations1
Greatest Hits
Greatest Hits2015 • CompilationTracks: 16
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