Bucie, born Busisiwe Nolubabalo Nqwiliso, is one of South Africa’s most distinctive female house vocalists, celebrated for her soulful voice and a catalogue that helped define an important era of South African house music.
Born in Kimberley in the Northern Cape, Bucie developed her love of music from an early age, singing in church before pursuing music professionally. Her career began gaining momentum after she connected with producer Thandukwazi “Demor” Sikhosana, leading to early releases including “Ngicel’ Indoda” and “Turn Me On.”
Black Coffee & “Superman”
A defining moment in Bucie’s career came through her collaborations with internationally acclaimed South African DJ and producer Black Coffee. Their collaboration “Superman” became one of the most recognisable South African house tracks of its generation, showcasing Bucie’s rich, emotive vocals to audiences locally and internationally.
The song’s influence extended well beyond its original release. Black Coffee’s “Superman” was later sampled on Drake’s “Get It Together,” featuring Black Coffee and Jorja Smith, introducing elements of the South African house classic to another global audience.
Princess of House
Bucie’s success established her as one of the country’s leading female house vocalists and earned her the reputation as a “Princess of House.”
Her albums include:
- Rockstar
- Turn Me On
- Princess of House
- Princess of House (Easy to Love)
- Rebirth
Her 2014 hit “Easy to Love” became another signature song and strengthened her position as a vocalist capable of combining sophisticated house production with soulful, accessible songwriting.
Collaborations
Throughout her recording career, Bucie’s unmistakable vocals have appeared alongside some of Africa’s most prominent artists and producers.
Her collaborations and associated projects include work with Black Coffee, Black Motion, Heavy-K, Mobi Dixon, Cassper Nyovest, Kwesta, NAAK, DJ Maphorisa and Wizkid.
Among her best-known recordings are:
“Superman” • “Easy to Love” • “Turn Me On” • “Your Kiss” • “Rejoice” • “Inde” • “Love Me Right” • “Thando Lwethu” • “Ngicel’ Indoda”
Her collaboration “Rejoice” with Black Motion became another notable addition to her catalogue, further demonstrating the versatility of her voice across soulful and Afro-house productions.
Career Highlights
- One of South Africa’s best-known female house vocalists
- Iconic collaboration “Superman” with Black Coffee
- “Superman” later sampled in Drake’s “Get It Together”
- Hit single “Easy to Love”
- Multiple studio albums including Princess of House and Rebirth
- Collaborations with Black Coffee, Black Motion, Heavy-K, Cassper Nyovest, Mobi Dixon, Kwesta and Wizkid
- Extensive catalogue spanning house, Afro-house, R&B and soul
- Recognised for her distinctive, powerful and soulful vocal delivery
Performance Profile
Bucie’s music combines soulful vocals with sophisticated African house rhythms, giving her catalogue both strong dance-floor appeal and a more sophisticated live-music quality.
Her signature recordings — particularly “Superman,” “Easy to Love” and “Rejoice” — remain part of the soundtrack of South Africa’s house-music era and have helped establish Bucie as one of the country’s most recognisable voices in the genre.
Please note: Current live performance and booking availability should be confirmed prior to presenting Bucie for an event.
Bucie ft Mpumi Soz'Uphinde
