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Teen Rapper's Meteoric Rise: 2 Mobo Noms!
24 Mar
Summary
- Teen rapper Daniel Chenjerai, known as DC3, received two Mobo Award nominations.
- His track 'I Know' has garnered 1.8 million views on YouTube.
- DC3 represents Northampton and draws inspiration from faith and secular artists.
Emerging teenage artist Daniel Chenjerai, known as DC3, has expressed disbelief and excitement at his nomination for two Mobo Awards. The 18-year-old artist is recognized in the Best Newcomer and Best Gospel Act categories.
DC3, who hails from Northampton, views his nomination as a significant achievement, stating that representing his hometown means "everything." He began writing music in 2016 and recorded professionally in 2020, with his track "I Know" achieving 1.8 million views on YouTube.
His music is inspired by his Christian faith, though he also draws influence from secular artists, a fact he once concealed from his family, including his pastor father. Despite being of Zimbabwean heritage and unsigned, DC3's talent has been recognized, with his mother believing he can "elevate his music to the next level" through hard work.
