Africa-Press – Eswatini. From the quiet village of Phonjwane to international creative circles, Sibusiso Shongwe, better known as Bless LePoet, has been steadily building a poetic legacy since 2021. The Eswatini-born storyteller has captured audiences with his raw emotion, vivid imagery, and signature spoken-word delivery.
Bless LePoet’s voice has graced platforms such as Uneswa FM, EBIS, and Eswatini TV, while his name has appeared on nomination lists for prestigious accolades, including the 2023 Swazi Fest Writer’s Awards (Poetic Writer of the Year) and the 2024 Jumbo Festival Award (Personality of the Year).
His stage resume is equally impressive, sharing mics with celebrated talents such as Diba Diba, DrRhymez & Mr Coaster, DJ MBO, Three O’clock Da Spitter, Hoodstar Bantwana, and Eimsofly. His poetry has even crossed into other art forms, featuring in films like “Buciko Benhlitiyo” and “Forest Film Eswatini”, and being used by comedians such as Abahle and Mrevee.
As the founder and host of the Bars2Bars Cypher Seasons, Bless provides a platform for local artists to showcase their music and lyrical craft. His artistry is rooted in real-life themes, love, loss, and the struggles faced by creatives, often blending poetry with rap and soulful melodies. Notable works include “Ngilimele” (featuring Azzy l De Poetess) and “Imali” (featuring Tn$ Savvy & Double TV), along with collaborations such as “Depression” (featuring Anati & Drejik265), “Ningam’khaleli” (featuring Wayesu & NineFourBeats), and “Ngitsandziwe” (featuring Skhubash). He has also worked alongside respected producers including Bob Musician, King Mzesh, Tn$ Savvy, SeimeStonesDPR, BadRelief, King Kangaroo, and NineFourBeats.
Bless LePoet’s influence reaches beyond Eswatini’s borders, with his work featured in the U.S.-based Pepper Magazine and collaborations with artists from South Africa, Zambia, Nigeria, Lesotho, Malawi, and Ghana.
A multi-talented creative described as a “Person of Extra-Ordinary Thinking”, Bless wears many hats: clothing brand owner, content writer, graphic designer, music arranger, stage performer, recording artist, poet, and MC.
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