Lungelihle Zwane, professionally known as Uncle Waffles, is an Eswatini-born DJ and record producer who has become one of the leading global ambassadors of amapiano. She shot to fame in 2021 after a viral video of her energetic set sparked international attention. Her breakout single Tanzania helped propel her into mainstream recognition, followed by critically acclaimed projects like Red Dragon, Asylum, and Solace.
Uncle Waffles is the first amapiano DJ to perform at Coachella and has taken the genre to stages across Europe, North America, and Africa. Known for her dynamic stage presence, she has collaborated with artists like Tony Duardo, Pcee, and Lusanda, and her mixes have topped streaming charts globally. With millions of followers and billions of views across TikTok and Instagram, she continues to shape the sound of modern African dance music with her genre-defining sets and forward-thinking production.
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