Online Reporter
Maria Chiguvari
Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub
MUSICIAN Shashl has revealed how Beyoncé’s iconic stage presence has influenced her performances, shaping her vision of power, femininity and artistry.
Recently, Shashl recreated one of Beyoncé’s July stage outfits for her headline performance at the Nubian Notes concert, blending it with her own unique style.
“Beyoncé has always been one of the women who shaped my idea of stage presence, power, and femininity,” Shashl said.
Rather than being a direct copy, she infused the look with her signature “soft girl but powerful” aesthetic, incorporating Zimbabwean glam elements and tailoring the outfit to complement her stage movements.
“The idea wasn’t to be Beyoncé, it was to channel that same fearless energy while still being unmistakably Shashl,” she said.
For Shashl, honouring icons like Beyoncé is about intention, not imitation.
She filters her admiration through her Shona-English fusion, personal storytelling, and cultural roots, allowing her artistry to evolve authentically.
“I admire icons like Beyoncé because they remind me what excellence looks like,” she said.
Shashl called 2025 a breakthrough year, with hits like “Womera”, “Energy”, “Perfect Somebody” and “Kedu” showcasing her growth, confidence and musical versatility.
Looking ahead to 2026, Shashl promised a bolder, more experimental direction, deepening her Afro-Amapiano-R&B fusion, amplifying emotional storytelling, and performing from a healed and empowered space.
“2026 is going to be bolder, more experimental, and more global, but still grounded in the softness and strength that makes me Shashl,” she said.
