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Born
1967
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Esther Mathebula better know as Esta M is a South African singer, widely recognized for her contributions to Tsonga disco, a genre that fuses Tsonga-language singing with upbeat dance and disco rhythms. She comes from the Tsonga-speaking communities in Limpopo and started her career in the mid-1990s after a period working as a teacher.
Her collaboration with producer Joe Shirimani played a major role in establishing her musical identity, resulting in several albums that helped shape and popularize the Tsonga disco sound. Esta M’s songs are marked by energetic rhythms, engaging melodies, and lyrics that reflect the traditions and stories of her culture, earning her a loyal audience.
With popular tracks such as “Tsasa Jive,” and “Mabibi,” she has been influential in preserving Tsonga musical heritage while making it accessible to wider audiences. Esta M’s work has secured her a lasting place in South Africa’s music scene as a leading figure in Tsonga disco.