Priddy Ugly's Journey To Success: A Story Of Patience And Resilience

Holifil

03 Apr, 2025

Priddy Ugly's hit song Ntja'ka, featuring MashBeatz and Maglera Doe Boy, has officially surpassed three million streams on Spotify, marking a significant milestone in his career.
The South African rapper, who has been in the music industry for nearly two decades, is finally receiving the recognition he deserves after years of hard work and dedication.
In an exclusive interview with Briefly News, Priddy Ugly emphasizes the importance of patience, resilience, and self-belief in achieving success in the music world.

Let’s give it up for South African rapper Priddy Ugly, whose journey in the music industry is nothing short of inspiring. With nearly two decades under his belt, this talented artist is finally getting the recognition he deserves. And just recently, he celebrated yet another major milestone in his career—his song Ntja'ka has now reached over three million streams on Spotify. Talk about a win!

Rapper Priddy Ugly celebrates his song's major milestone. Image: Oupa Bopape/Gallo Images. Source: Getty Images

Ntja'ka Hits Three Million Streams on Spotify

There’s no denying that Priddy Ugly is one of the most talented rappers and lyricists in South Africa. For years, he’s been putting out hits that resonate deeply with fans, and his influence in the hip-hop scene is undeniable. Songs like Family, Man, Come To My Kasi, and Rap Relay have become timeless classics that fans can’t get enough of. Now, his latest success with Ntja'ka proves that his talent continues to shine brightly.

In a recent post on his Instagram stories, the award-winning rapper celebrated this incredible achievement. Priddy Ugly, whose real name is Ricardo Moloi, revealed that his track Ntja'ka, featuring MashBeatz and Maglera Doe Boy, has surpassed three million streams on Spotify. This milestone is a testament to his hard work, perseverance, and the love his fans have shown him over the years.

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Priddy Ugly on Achieving Success

In an exclusive interview with Briefly News, Priddy Ugly shared some powerful words of wisdom for fans and aspiring artists. He emphasized the importance of staying patient and believing in yourself, even when the road seems long and tough. He said:

"I hope that the message people take away from this is about resilience and self-belief. You’ve got to believe in yourself and understand that anything truly worthwhile takes time and patience. Overnight success is a myth. It’s taken me over 17 years to reach this point where people are finally appreciating my music the way it deserves to be appreciated, and we’re still just scratching the surface. I want to thank everyone who has been streaming my music and supporting me along the way."

Emtee Opens Up About K.O's New Song

Switching gears to another story in the world of South African music, Emtee recently spoke out about why he didn’t feature on K.O’s latest song. The announcement caused quite a stir among fans. As K.O gears up to release his highly-anticipated album, he dropped another single following the success of Let Me Cook, which featured Maglera Doe Boy. While some fans were curious about Emtee’s absence, his explanation shed light on the creative decisions behind the track.

Music continues to be a powerful force that connects us all, and these stories remind us of the hard work, dedication, and passion that go into creating the tracks we love. Whether it’s Priddy Ugly celebrating his journey or Emtee sharing insights into the music-making process, there’s always something to learn and appreciate.