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Lia Butler

Data updated on 2025-06-10 17:51:29 UTC
Lia Butler, born Nombulelo Mzobe, hails from Durban’s east coast and is an emerging singer-songwriter with a distinct sound she calls "Neo Zulu." Blending Neo Soul, Umbhaqanga, Maskandi, RnB, and Amahubo, Lia's music captures the essence of her roots while pushing boundaries.

With only two projects to her name—STE (Smiling Through Everything) and ISIQEPHU—Lia has already made waves in the music scene. She's toured internationally with Desire Marea and Izimakade, and shared stages with legends like Madala Kunene and Okmalumkoolkat. Her unique sound has earned her recognition from industry heavyweights such as Simphiwe Dana and Thandiswa Mazwai.

Lia released her highly anticipated debut single, "UCU," in September, available on all digital platforms. Her work has been featured on major South African radio stations, and she’s collaborated with notable artists and creatives like Marcus Harvey and Thickleeyonce.

Lia Butler is an artist on the rise, combining storytelling with rich cultural influences to create a sound that’s both innovative and deeply rooted in tradition.

Total plays

2.4 million
Updated on 2025-06-10

Monthly listeners

44,552

Followers

12,371

Top Cities

  1. South Africa
    Johannesburg
    15,463 listeners
  2. South Africa
    Durban
    4,740 listeners
  3. South Africa
    Pretoria
    6,353 listeners
  4. South Africa
    Cape Town
    4,193 listeners
  5. South Africa
    Gauteng
    1,172 listeners

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Most popular tracks

Track Plays Duration Release date
Envy (feat. Lia Butler & Thato Saul)
Envy (feat. Lia Butler & Thato Saul)
843,056 4:15 2024-12-13
Imimangaliso
Imimangaliso
638,558 2:52 2024-10-03
U C U
U C U
307,631 3:36 2023-09-29
Bophelo (feat. Lia Butler)
Bophelo (feat. Lia Butler)
136,815 3:20 2024-12-13
IQINISO
IQINISO
123,839 2:43 2024-09-27
Ke Ho Lorile (feat. Lia Butler & WNDRSZN)
Ke Ho Lorile (feat. Lia Butler & WNDRSZN)
91,527 4:03 2024-12-13
Tempele Ya Ma-Spinara
Tempele Ya Ma-Spinara
60,271 4:12 2024-10-28
Kuyeza Ukukhanya
Kuyeza Ukukhanya
51,461 2:14 2023-03-14
Losing Sleep
Losing Sleep
43,746 4:56 2024-09-04
WENA
WENA
33,229 3:40 2023-06-30
SETTLE IN - Interlude
SETTLE IN - Interlude
28,095 1:59 2023-06-30
Lazy Eyes - Kidd Odd Remix
Lazy Eyes - Kidd Odd Remix
19,347 4:22 2022-11-18
Imvula
Imvula
15,486 1:55 2024-07-19
Antìhisi
Antìhisi
11,535 2:30 2024-10-24
umashonisa/umlayezo
umashonisa/umlayezo
6,390 5:38 2024-11-18
umashonisa
umashonisa
5,585 4:42 2024-09-13
TAKE THE LEAD
TAKE THE LEAD
4,177 2:05 2025-02-07
For My King
For My King
3,533 3:26 2024-10-18
Take Me Away
Take Me Away
2,260 2:45 2022-03-11
WENA
WENA
1,406 3:41 2022-09-02

New releases

Imimangaliso
Imimangaliso
2024-10-03
[ONDELIVE]
U C U
U C U
2023-09-29
[Lia Butler]
Lazy Eyes (Kidd Odd Remix)
Lazy Eyes (Kidd Odd Remix)
2022-11-18
[Independent]