‘We always face insults and hate’ — Big Zulu opens up about trolls and fame

Musician Big Zulu did not take kindly to those trolling him for his outfit at the MMAs.

Snaps of Inkabi Nation went viral on social media when tweeps trolled Big Zulu for wearing a leather jacket with the price tag still on it. 

Taking to his Facebook timeline, the musician shared his disappointment at those cyberbullying him and others. 

“I’m opening up. It is difficult to be a musician. We face insults and hate and are insulted and called bad names on Twitter and Facebook.

“People are on standby to attack us. In this industry, you don’t know your enemy and your friend.

“In this work, we thank God if we wake up and get another chance where there is nothing. People are insulting or attacking us trying to find the mistake. All I ask is respect and thank all those who are still able to respect other people,” he said.

Though he gets cyberbullied on the socials, that does not stop him from keeping his eye on the ball.

Inkabi Nation won the Best Duo or Group award for Voice Mail at the Metro FM Awards at the weekend. 

Big Zulu and Sjava formed Inkabi Zezwe, a duo which is making waves in Mzansi.

“Maturity and respecting each other, more than anything, was key in this collaboration. I'm glad this is happening now because it is the right time, we have grown and seen a lot. Apart from what's happening now, we have had ideas to work on something,” Big Zulu told TshisaLIVE.

Sjava said theirs is a brotherhood that transcends music. 

“When I was working with Big Zulu, [he] helped me get through the rut I was in. This was more than just music for me. I can make music that is more bright and commercial, which I haven't done since 2016. His energy helped me draw inspiration as well. I was happy the whole time recording the album,” Sjava said.

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