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Harare – Popular Zimbabwean rapper Holy Ten has declared himself a “born-again” man, vowing to leave behind his controversial past. The announcement came on Tuesday during his son Mukudzei’s second birthday celebrations.
“Today I’ve woken up a different man – well mannered, professional, respectful and organized,” Holy Ten posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“No more teenage behavior, no more anger issues, no more hypocrisy. It’s my son’s birthday – this day marks my salvation.”
However, the rapper’s road to redemption comes after years of headline-grabbing controversies that have divided public opinion.
A History of Controversy
Holy Ten’s career has been marred by numerous public feuds and shocking statements:
- NAMAs Outburst (2024)
The rapper famously dismissed Zimbabwe’s premier arts awards as “bullshit”, claiming he was bigger than the institution.
“I did more than Jah Prayzah, Winky D… and you still didn’t talk about the boy,” he ranted on Instagram Live.
- Marriage Confession
In one of his most shocking revelations, Holy Ten admitted he initially married his wife Kimberly Richards “just to spite” fellow rapper Voltz JT. “I fell in love along the way,” he later claimed. - Baby Mama Diss Track (2023)
The artist faced backlash for releasing a song seemingly mocking his child’s mother, Tariro Chelsea, with lyrics suggesting she “trapped” him with pregnancy. - Winky D Feud
Despite previously calling Winky D his mentor, Holy Ten threatened to “end his career”, labeling the dancehall star a “snake”. - Drug Test Challenge
Last year, he challenged fellow rappers Saintfloew and Voltz JT to public drug tests, accusing them of substance abuse while denying his own involvement.
Public Reaction
Social media users remain skeptical about Holy Ten’s transformation.
“Actions speak louder than tweets,” commented one follower, while another noted,
“We’ll believe it when we see consistent change.”
As the rapper begins this new chapter, the entertainment industry watches closely to see if this rebirth is genuine or merely another headline-grabbing stunt.
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Editors Note: This article presents verified facts about Holy Ten’s public statements and does not constitute an opinion on his personal journey