Anathi Bhongo Mnyango, born on January 8, 1993, takes on the stage name Anatii as he pursues a career in the South African music scene. He is not just a rapper but also a gifted singer, songwriter, and record producer.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Anathi Bhongo Mnyango |
| Date Of Birth: | January 8, 1983 |
| Place Of Birth: | N/A |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Occupation(s): | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer |
| Labels: | YAL EntertainmentBeam Group |
| Net Worth: | $2 million |
Early Life And Education
Raised in a family immersed in the world of music, Anatii’s parents’ artistic backgrounds heavily influenced his own passion for performing. From a young age, he found himself onstage at competitions and talent shows, honing his craft.
Attending Stellenberg High School in Cape Town, Anatii made music a focal point of his education. Despite briefly studying at the University of Cape Town, he ultimately left to follow his dreams in the music industry.
Career
Anatii embarked on his professional music career at just 14 years old, landing his first significant placement with L-Tido on the track “When It Rains.”
His debut studio album, “Artiifact,” was released on September 9, 2016, featuring collaborations with renowned South African artists like AKA, Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, and Uhuru, as well as international talents such as Tiwa Savage, Faarrow, and Omarion.
Recognitions and accolades have marked Anatii’s journey, with achievements like being named The Young Independents influencer of the year in August 2017 and GQ South Africa’s recognition as one of the best-dressed men in the country in October 2017.
Additionally, Anatii’s impactful work extended to becoming a high-level influencer for the LuQuLuQu project by the United Nations High Commission for Refugees in November 2017, heightening his presence in social impact initiatives.
His creative prowess was also acknowledged by Forbes Africa, listing him on the 2018 30 under 30 creatives roster, solidifying his position as a rising star in the industry.
Personal Life
Anatii, the talented South African rapper and producer, is not currently known to be married. Maintaining a level of privacy regarding his personal life, there is no publicly available information or solid evidence suggesting that he is currently in a committed marital relationship.
Anatii Net Worth
In the year 2024, Anatii’s financial worth is projected to stand around $2 million, a testament to his success and achievements in the music industry.
Discography
Studio albums:
- “Artiifact” – Released: 9 September 2016
- “Be Careful What You Wish For” (with AKA) – Released: 28 July 2017
- “Iyeza” – Released: 5 October 2018
Singles:
- Thunder Thighs
- Bananaz (featuring DJ Khaled)
- Freedom – Artiifact
- The Saga (featuring AKA)
- Feeling on Me
- Hours
- Jump (with Cassper Nyovest featuring Nasty C)
- 10 Fingers (with AKA)
- Don’t Forget to Pray (with AKA)
- Thixo Onofefe
Production:
Here are a few selected production credits attributed to Anatii:
2008
- Morale – Ain’t No Thing
- L-Tido – When it Rains feat. Anathi Royal
2009
- Lebo M – Baby I Refuse
- Lebo M – Mind Reader
- Lebo M – Sounds Like Thunder
2012
- Anatii – Thunder Thighs
2013
- Chad da Don – Hola feat. Cassper Nyovest
2014
- Anatii – Bananaz feat. DJ Khaled
- Anatii – Freedom
- Cassper Nyovest – Bad One feat. Anatii
- DJ Dimplez – Yaya feat. Dreamteam & Anatii
- DJ Dimplez – Criminal feat. Tumi Molekane, Buffalo Souldier, Reason & Anatii
- DJ Dimplez – Her feat. Cassper Nyovest, Anatii & Maggz
- DJ Dimplez – We Ain’t Leaving feat. L-Tido & Anatii
- DJ Dimplez – Way Up feat. JR & Cassper Nyovest
- DJ Milkshake – My Own feat. Cassper Nyovest & Anatii
- Fistaz Mixwell – Alone feat. Riky Rick, Anatii & Chad da Don
Awards And Nominations
| Year | Award Ceremony | Category | Results |
| 2015 | SAHHA | Best Music Video for “The Saga” ft. AKA | Won |
| Best Collaboration for “The Saga” ft. AKA | Won | ||
| 2017 | Young Independents | Influencer of the Year | |
| GQ South Africa | Best Dressed Men | ||
| SAHHA | Best Collaboration for “10 Fingers” by AKA & Anatii | ||
| 2018 | Forbes Africa | 30 under 30 Creatives | |
| 25th South African Music Awards | Male Artist of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2019 | STMA | The Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award for “Brown Skin Girl” |
