Ice Keys Drops a Fire Track That’s Set to Wake Up the Charts – “Vanomutsa Varere”
If you’ve been scrolling through Zimbabwe’s music scene lately, you’ve probably caught wind of a fresh, buzz worthy release from one of the country’s most versatile artists: Ice Keys, the multi‑talented rapper, poet, dancer and visual creator who’s quickly becoming a household name. Born Confidence Kudzaishe Ngonyamo on October 6th of 1995, just unleashed his latest single “Vanomutsa Varere” a high energy danceble Su‑Drill (fusion of Sungura and Drill) that’s already being talked about as a potential hit.
A career built on hustle and creativity
From the streets of Dangamvura, Mutare, Ice Keys started breaking beats at age 11, first as a breakdancer and later as a contestant on talent shows like StarBrite and Dream Star, where he reached the semi‑finals in 2016.
His early influences:
From Zimbabwean legends such as A.K.A(Keinen Alexander Forbes), System Tazvida, Takura(Shona Prince), Ti-Gonz and Josphat Somanje to global icons like Eminem, Kendrick Lamar and Usher still echo in his music, but he adds his own twist with the mbira and bongo(ngoma), instruments he plays with ease.
After debuting with “I’m Blessed” Produced by CEE Bleech & Satie Beats in 2013, Ice Keys has built a solid discography that spans hip‑hop, R&B, Afro‑pop and his self‑styled genres Su-Drill (a fusion of Sungura & Drill) & Rapoetry a blend of rap and spoken‑word poetry that he introduced in 2024. He’s also a graphic designer, a drawing artist, poet, and founder of CoDesigns, Diamond City Urban Culture and Xtra‑Ordinary Magazine, proving that his creativity knows no limits.
“Vanomutsa Varere” a song that stirs the soul
The new track, produced by Dj Chillaz and iAmJ.G.Beatz, mixes the rhythmic pulse of drill with the melodic swing of Sungura, a traditional Zimbabwean genre. Lyrically, Ice Keys delivers his signature social commentary, storytelling, weaving Shona and English verses that celebrate resilience and the joy of waking up to new possibilities – the title literally translates to “Waking the sleepy-ones.” The production is crisp, the hook is instantly catchy, and the accompanying visuals, handled by Willie “Wills” Maisvoreva of Elevation Media, capture the vibrant energy of Mutare's streets.
Why this could be his breakout moment
Ice Keys’ knack for blending local flavor with international sounds has already earned him spots on major stages – from the Hip-hop Thursdays(Courthald Theatre), Shaurai Arts Festival to the Samanyika Music & Arts Festival With “Vanomutsa Varere,” he’s tapping into the current global drill wave while staying rooted in his Zimbabwean heritage, a formula that has propelled many artists to crossborder success. Fans can expect more of this genre‑bending approach as he prepares his second album for next year.
Catch Ice Keys online
If you want to stay updated on the latest drops, visuals and tour dates, follow him on TikTok, Instagram: @icekeys_world) and YouTube: thengonyamomusic or hit him up via WhatsApp at +263 775 855 759 or email: thengonyamomusic@gmail.com
His music is available on SoundCloud, Audiomack and ReverbNation under the name IceKeys Ngonyamo & The Ngonyamo Music
“Vanomutsa Varere” is out now – press play, feel the beat, and watch this Zimbabwean lion roar louder than ever.
On Audiomack:
https://audiomack.com/thengonyamomusic/song/vanomutsa-varereunmastered-version-prod-by-dj-chillaz?share-user-id=156082945
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