031Choppa, whose real name is Minenhle Lesley Mnguni, is a South African vocalist, singer, songwriter and music producer from KwaMashu, Durban. Born in 1998, he moved to Johannesburg in 2016 after completing matric, where he was introduced to beat-making and began developing his production skills.
031Choppa had an interest in becoming a producer from as early as Grade 8. After working in retail, he made the decision to pursue music full-time in 2019, establishing himself as a producer and beat maker within South Africa’s hip-hop and amapiano scenes.
His production credits include collaborations with artists such as Costa Titch, Riky Rick, Blxckie, Dee Koala, LucasRaps, Marcus Harvey and Benzo. His work on Costa Titch’s “Areyeng” helped bring wider attention to his production style.
031Choppa is recognised for combining hip-hop production with amapiano influences, particularly log drums, vocal samples and soulful elements. As a recording artist, he has also released music including “Usenemali” featuring Focalistic and Madumane, as well as the Rent Is Due EP.
Based in Johannesburg, 031Choppa continues to work as a producer, songwriter and recording artist, collaborating across South Africa’s hip-hop and amapiano music scenes.
