Lloyiso

Loyiso Gijana (born March 8, 1999), professionally known as Lloyiso is South African singer-songwriter and producer. Born and raised in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, Lloyiso developed musical interest at the age of 12 and constanted on Idols SA season 11 in 2015.

Lloyiso
Birth nameLoyiso Gijana
Born (1999-03-08) March 8, 1999
Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Occupation(s)singer-songwriter
Instrument(s)
  • vocals
  • piano
Labels

Following his exit from Idols SA, Lloyiso signed a recording deal with Ambitiouz Entertainment in 2018 and released "Nontsikelelo", "Intlizyo" featuring Langa Mavuso. [1]

Shortly after his departure with former label, Lloyiso signed recording deal with Universal Music Group South Africa and Republic Records in 2021.[2]

Towards the end of February 2023, Lloyiso announced his extended play Seasons and release date.[3]

The EP was released on March 31, 2023.[4] Seasons was entirely produced by Earwulf, Mr. Hudson, and Stargate. His extended play earned him 3 nominations at South African Music Awards and won Best Pop Album.[5]

In early May 2024, Lloyiso announced Elephant in the Room Tour, the tour includes 4 dates. The tour is scheduled to start at Pretoria, June 8, other 3 dates will be announced later.[6] [7]

Singles

As lead artist
List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
ZA
"Nontsikelelo" 2018 — Non-album single
"Intliziyo" (featuring Langa Mavuso) 2019 — Non-album single
"Madoda Sabelani" 2020 — Non-album single
"Dream About You" 2021 — Non-album single
"Seasons" — RiSA : Multi-Platinum [8] Seasons
"Love Runs Deeper" — Non-album single
"Easy On Me" — Non-album single
"Speak" 2022 — RiSA: Platinum [8] Non-album single
"What Would I Say" — Non-album single
"Let Me Love You Now" — RiSA: Platinum [8] Seasons
"Run" 2023 — RiSA: Gold [8]
"Give A Little Kindess (Choir Version)" — Non-album single
"You're So You" — Non-album single
"Real Love" — Non-album single
"I Hate That I Care" — Non-album single
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Discography
  • Seasons (2023)

Achievements

All Africa Music Awards
Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2022 "Speak" songwriter of the year Nominated
Most Promising Artiste Nominated

South African Music Awards
Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2023 Seasons Best Pop Album Won [9][10][11]
Best Male Artist Nominated
Best Newcomer Nominated

References
  1. de Wee, Naledi (2022-04-17). "Idols SA' to international star: A look at Lloyiso's music career [watch]". The South African. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  2. Thangevelo, Debashine (2021-09-10). "Former 'Idols SA' contestant Lloyiso becomes 1st SA artist signed to Republic Records". Independent Online. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  3. Kekana, Chrizelda (2023-02-26). "Poised for a global takeover, Lloyiso announces debut EP 'Seasons'". TimesLIVE.
  4. "Singer Lloyiso releases his eagerly awaited debut EP 'Seasons' Today". trace Stuff. 2023-03-31. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  5. Selisho, Kaunda (21 Oct 2023). "HELLO WEEKEND | Sama-nominee Lloyiso shares personal highlights after a meteoric year". South African: News24. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  6. Pasiya, Lutho (2024-05-02). "Lloyiso announces his 'Elephant in the Room' four-city tour". Independent Online. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  7. Lee Stark, Tracy (2024-05-02). "Multi-award-winning singer Lloyiso about to hit the road on a tour around South Africa | City Press". South Africa: City Press. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  8. "Certifications 2024". RiSA. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  9. Seemela, Masego (2023-10-13). "Three Samas nominations are affirming – Lloyiso". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  10. "Lloyiso Gets Three Nominee Nods". SAMA. 2023-11-17. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  11. Shumba, Ano (2023-11-18). "SAMAs 2023: All the winners". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
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