Times Of Swaziland: FANS MOURN COSTA TITCH’S SHOCKING DEATH

FANS MOURN COSTA TITCH’S SHOCKING DEATH
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Nombuso Dlamini on 13/03/2023 08:11:00


MBABANE – Shocking!
Locals have expressed their shock over the sudden passing of South African (SA)
Rapper and songwriter Costa Titch, he passed away on Saturday. The 27-year-old
SA star died after performing at Ultra South Africa music Festival show in
Johannesburg.  Born Costa Tsobanoglou collapsed and died unexpectedly. Some of
his hit songs include; Nkalakatha ‘Big Flexa and’ Activate’. In a trending
video that was circulating on social media yesterday, the star is seen falling
down on stage and briefly got up. Few seconds later he collapsed again, but
couldn’t get up. It was later gathered that he was rushed to the hospital,
where he later passed away.
Report
By the time of compiling this report, the cause of his death had not yet been
ascertained. On Twitter, many people, including politician Julius Malema and
fans, expressed their sadness and shock. The artist was last in the kingdom on
September 10 last year which also coincided with his birthday for Rowen’s All
White Playboy party. When reached for comment about the sudden passing of the
star, he shared with this publication that he was still in shock, but managed to
shed light on the relationship he had with the artist. “I am still in
disbelief that the music industry has lost yet another icon. Costa Titch was an
amazing, humble and amazing public figure who was very talented.
“When he came for my birthday celebration, we really clicked and had an
understanding of each other and he gave me a lot of inspirational advice for the
industry which stuck with me to this day. I am very honoured to have shared a
stage with Costa Titch and I send my deepest condolences to his friends, family
and team, may his soul rest in peace,” said Rowen. He relived the day of his
party and how great the night was. The party warmed up just after 7pm, and the
weather played along as it was warm.
Jam
The music set the tone for the night, hitting jam after jam. There was a hot
12-men line-up for the event which included the talented artists the kingdom has
to offer, including the birthday boy. Titch danced and grooved, in his set he
paid tribute to the late Riky Rick who passed away in February last year. The SA
artist showcased his best moves and gave a great performance, leaving the
audience in utter amazement. After 40 minutes on stage, the artist sang ‘happy
birthday’ for Rowen. He jammed until the clock hit 2am. Costa Titch left his
heart on that stage and embedded himself in the hearts of the artists at the
show. His death comes a month after AKA’s tragic passing. The 35-year- old
rapper was gunned down in Durban at Florida Road in SA on Friday night just
after 10pm.
Paramedics
It was gathered that he was dining at Wish Restaurant with his close friends
when unknown gunmen shot at them. He was declared dead on the scene by the
paramedics. He was scheduled to perform at Yugo Night club for his birthday
celebration on the fateful night. Costa Titch began dancing professionally after
moving to Johannesburg. He formed a crew with Tumi Tladi and Phantom Steeze to
perform dance sessions (New Age Steez dance crew). They competed in the Hip Hop
International Dance Competition and came in 14th place. The outstanding dancer
is also a gifted rapper. Costa Titch decided to take his rap skills to the next
level after receiving positive feedback from his fans.
His style, which incorporates indigenous trap music, has grown in popularity in
SA. Costa’s outstanding rap style has also earned him a recent performance
with Cassper Nyovest.
After its release, his song ‘Activate’ became a huge hit. His level of
influence among other SA artists grew as a result of his use of Zulu lines in
his performances. He recently performed at the DStv Mzansi Viewers Choice Awards
with DJ Cleo, Phantom Steeze, and the Eskhaleni team, capping off the event in
grand style.