Tendai Gukutikwa
Liberty Dube
Entertainment Correspondent
IN a world where many young artistes chase overnight fame, Zimbabwean hip-hop artiste, Prince Peter Moyo, known by his stage name, M.G Hkh, is charting a different path which is grounded in resilience, hard work and authenticity.
By day, M.G Hkh is an auto mechanic, fixing engines and electrical systems.
By night, he transforms into a powerful storyteller, penning lyrics that speak to the emotional and financial struggles many Zimbabweans know too well.
His music, raw and introspective, reflects a life lived at the intersection of hardship and hope.
Born and raised in Masvingo and later trained in Mutare as an auto electrician, M.G Hkh’s journey began in 2019 through freestyle rap performances at school. His first album, Pray Hard (2020), centred around themes of perseverance, loss and spiritual strength.
Though it struggled commercially due to limited promotional resources, the song, Rufu Runopedza — a heartfelt tribute to his late parents — struck a chord with many listeners.
He lost his mother in 2005 and his father in 2011, events that profoundly shaped his outlook on life and his music.
“This journey has not been easy. I have faced many challenges in my music career. The biggest has been the lack of support and recognition, especially in the early stages. Coming from a background where music is not always viewed as a stable career, I had to constantly prove myself. That pain does not go away. But it gives me something real to say. My music is my therapy and my truth,” said the youthful artiste.
Despite battling financial constraints, mental health challenges, and periods of homelessness, he pressed on — even selling sweets and biscuits on the street to fund studio time.
From performing at local events to collaborating with notable Zimbabwean acts like Gze and Tehn Diamond, he believes he has slowly carved out a space in the national hip-hop landscape.
His singles, No Pressure (2024), 60k, and Rufu Runopedza continue to gain traction for their honest portrayal of real-life issues — from emotional wounds to the weight of expectations.
“I want people to know that your background does not define your limit. I have worked under cars by day and poured my heart into music by night. I have slept on floors, walked long distances just to record one track, and been told countless times that music will never work out. But I kept going not because it was easy, but because it was necessary. I make music for the broken, the struggling, the ones who have lost and yet refuse to give up. I see myself in them.
“My message is simple. One should keep praying, keep working and never lose faith in your vision. You might not have the resources now, but you have the voice, the story, and the heart and that’s enough to get started,” he added.
He added that he will sometimes this year release an album titled Tears of Success which will carry songs such as, Pakuda Jesu, Cheka, Mhepo Dzekwedu and Heart on Stove.
Today, he stands tall, not only as a rising rap voice, but as a beacon of hope to those navigating life’s hardest moments.
M.G Hkh continues to build his discography, drawing inspiration from artistes like Rod Wave, and remains committed to using music as a tool for healing and empowerment.
Proud of both his mechanical skills and lyrical prowess, he sees no conflict in straddling two worlds.
“I fix engines, and I fix hearts through music. Both require patience and precision. And I am here for it all. My time in Mutare shaped a big part of who I am it’s where I learned discipline and hard work. Now, being in Harare allows me to focus more on my music career while still carrying the lessons and roots from Mutare with me,” added the artiste.
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