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Born
2000
2000
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South Africa
South Africa
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Toss, born Pholoso Masombuka in Tsakane, Ekurhuleni, South Africa, is a singer, songwriter, dancer, and amapiano artist whose rise reflects the energy and creativity of township culture. Growing up in a community deeply rooted in music and pantsula dance, he was exposed early to the rhythms and movement that would later define his artistic identity. Before fully committing to music, he pursued football and was part of a development setup linked to Kaizer Chiefs, but his passion gradually shifted toward performance and sound.
His entry into music came through the amapiano scene, where his deep-toned delivery, expressive energy, and ability to merge dance with music quickly set him apart. He began gaining attention through collaborations, but it was in 2022 that his career took a major turn with the release of "Umlando" alongside 9umba and Mdoovar. The track became a viral sensation, driven by a dance challenge that spread widely across social media, turning it into one of the defining amapiano hits of that period. Its success earned recognition at the South African Music Awards, where it won TikTok Viral Song of the Year.
Following this breakthrough, Toss released his debut project "Umlando" in the same year, solidifying his presence in the industry. He continued building momentum with songs like "Tetema" featuring Young Stunna and Tyler ICU, as well as other releases that reinforced his identity as a performer who blends sound and movement seamlessly.
His growing influence has also been reflected in industry recognition. In 2023, he received multiple nominations at the South African Amapiano Awards, including categories such as Amapiano Artist of the Year and Best Amapiano Newcomer, highlighting his rapid rise within the genre. That same year, he was nominated at the Metro FM Music Awards for Best Amapiano Song for Manca alongside Felo Le Tee. By 2024, his cultural impact extended beyond music, as he was recognized at the GQ Best Dressed Awards for his New Age Pantsula style, positioning him as both a musical and fashion influence.
His journey from a township dancer with football dreams to a widely recognized voice in amapiano captures the shifting nature of modern African music, where authenticity, movement, and digital culture combine to shape new stars.