DJ Bongz: How Arrogance Led to My 2-Year Fall from Music | Midday Connexion | Gagasi FM

With 25 years in the music industry, DJ Bongz has seen it all. He's experienced massive highs and devastating lows, and in this very open conversation with DJ Sonic and Khaya Mthethwa, he holds nothing back. He tells the story of his fall from grace between 2012 and 2014, a time when he admits to becoming arrogant, looking down on events, and burning bridges with the very people who supported him. When the bookings dried up, he found himself alone. Listen to his story of resilience and hear about: How he got his start as a dancer, not a DJ. The two-year period where he lost everything and had to humble himself. The making of his huge 2015 comeback hit, "Ofana Nawe." The surprising, organic origin of the famous Gwara Gwara dance. His strong advice to young artists about respect and having a side business. Why he believes social media beefs are destroying careers. The importance of keeping a small, trusted circle of friends. His new album and his work with up-and-coming talent. This is a rare and honest look into what it takes to survive and stay relevant in the South African music scene. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro: 25 Years of DJ Bongz 1:00 - How He Started: From Dancer to DJ 2:30 - The Low Point (2012-2014): "I Was Arrogant" 4:10 - The Process of Mending Burnt Bridges 5:00 - The Comeback Song: Making "Ofana Nawe" with Sobz 6:15 - The Story Behind the Gwara Gwara Dance 9:10 - Why His Music is So Personal 10:15 - Advice for New Artists: Don't Rely Only on Music 11:45 - The New Generation's Lack of Respect 12:40 - How Social Media Beefs Limit Your Career 13:50 - The Importance of a Small Circle and a Good Partner 15:20 - His New Album and Working with New Artists 18:10 - Callers Share Their Memories and Appreciation Show: Midday Connexion Guest: DJ Bongz #DJBongz #GwaraGwara #SouthAfricanMusic #HouseMusic #ArtistInterview #GagasiFM