Raw, unfiltered yet inspirational – Lunmctik proves he can perform with the big dogs in the remix of his song ‘OKAY’ featuring Blxckie
His single ‘Okay’ made a deafening noise when first released just under a year ago. They say if it’s nice – play it twice and Lunmctik did just that by remixing the single ‘Okay’ out on Friday 13 June – this time featuring, award-winning rapper Blxckie.
I released the single Okay, but felt it needed a feature – hence I did the remix. Blxckie and I have similar styles, so it only made sense to pick him. The single did really well, but I felt like the record still needed somebody bigger to expose it to a bigger audience and Blxckie was the right guy for it,”
Lunmctik
He blends a gritty street style with cryptic wordplay, infectious flows, and unapologetically rhythmic flows. The single “Okay” is just a start to more industry destabilising collaborations as he takes up space in the Hip-Hop scene.
QUESTION & ANSWER
Why did you choose to feature Blxckie?
He and I have similar styles. I have always seen him and I working on a song together and it only made sense when thought of remixing the song “Okay”.
Please share a brief background of who you are and where you come from.
I was born in Egamalakhe in Port Shepstone and moved to Eastern Cape until I was 10 then returned to Port Shepstone. I went to Merlewood Primary School from Grade 5 to the 8th grade and from the 9th grade till
matric I was in Margate Middle School. I come from a very huge supportive family. I have an older brother who is the one who inspired me to start rapping since he used to make music in the dining room with his friends since I was a kid. Growing up, my brother ‘Rez’ and Meek Mill played a huge role in the way I sounded, dressed, and carried myself as an artist. Now the only person I look up music and business-wise is the late Nipsey Hussle.
Describe your sound and style.
My genre and style of Hip-Hop is raw, aggressive, Lokish (kasi)yet Inspirational at the same time.
What has been the biggest challenge and reward in your musical journey?
The biggest challenge right now would be venturing into other genres besides Hip-Hop and proving my versatility. But I like the challenge. My biggest achievement was getting Blxckie to agree to feature in a song, as a newcomer it is validation that the future is looking good.
What does the future look like?
I want to direct music videos and write for other artists. I want to work with massive artists such as Sjava, Vusi Nova, and Skye Wanda to name a few.
About Lunmctick
Born in the lively streets of Port Shepstone in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Sphelele Qadi also known as Lunmctik (pronounced Lun-MC-Tik) cut through the music industry like a fresh breeze in the the summer heat. Inspiration by US stars such as Meek Mill and Mzansi’s Rez, Lunmctik crafts a sound that is not just music but a pulse, a rhythm that echoes authenticity and uncontrollable energy. His latest single is It’s released through his Label – Collective Sound in partnership with Yemz World. His musical journey started in 2014where he laid the foundation for what’s proving to be a monumental career. From day one, Lunmctik’s sharp lyricism paired with catchy beats turned heads and captured ears, setting him on a trajectory towards inevitable success. Fast forward to February 2024, and “A Whole Lot of It” hit the airwaves, a testament to his versatility and talent, spreading his name like wildfire through the Hip Hop vines. In August 2024, Lunmctik dropped “Shocase” a track that’s more than lyrical wizardry – it’s a homage to his roots, a nod to the
KZN lingo that speaks to the soul. “Shocase” became that track everyone needed to hear, expanding his community and making his mark under the South African sky. Riding the waves of “Shocase” Lunmctik then followed with the single, “Okay” destined to be a national anthem as it has become the quickest climber in the South African Hip Hop scene, stamping Lunmctik as a vital force, an artist impossible to ignore. Social Media
