Smiso Shezi teams up with Blaq Major

For the past two years Smiso Shezi has been living in New York, where he was able to realise his dream and develop his talent in music.
Smiso has returned to Durban to further pursue his dream of making good music. His latest single, iBill, features Blaq Major, DM Keey and Luvintage.
Speaking to TshisaLIVE, Simiso said: ' iBill doesn't talk about the struggle but rather talks about the time when hard work has paid off. Time and time again people put in the required work and effort, but when they reach the summit, they don't know how to be happy,' he said.
' iBill reminds you about enjoying yourself and how it feels to enjoy the finer things in life, basking under the African sun. The track talks about reaching out to your friends for a get together, to have fun and enjoy living. Gone are the days of tears. It is time to celebrate.'

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