Solly Mahlangu

Solly Mahlangu (born 1971) is a South African gospel singer, worship leader, pastor, and recording artist. Quotes I live by the mantra that says: 'It is better to be ready and not have an opportunity than to have an opportunity and not be ready.' The timing of my first album is perfect because all this while I've been practising and gaining much- needed experience. I was content with preaching through music, so I told myself that even if I do not make money it will be okay, because I could still change lives and that is something I can never put a price on. I came from a poverty-stricken background and struggled to make ends meet and that included my tertiary tuition for my Public Relations studies. I had to quit school and work in the banking sector for a while. Ten years ago I decided to leave all that for a full-time career in music. I am so excited about the nominations because it says people have received the product well and are responding to it positively. I am really not worried about anyone scooping those awards (Sama) because for me to be nominated out of the 40 to 50 submissions is already winning. Whoever wins gets my congratulations. I used to watch him when I was a young boy and he used to fascinate me. Whenever he went on stage, he would become the music and some people have said that they see the same with me, which is a good thing. As long as the songs say what I believe in then I can work with anyone. Late bloomer Mahlangu proves critics wrong,, IOLMarch 10 2010 My background baked me and motivated me to become a responsible father. I love God, my wife and my children and I have created a safe haven for them at home," he adds.Mahlangu has been married to Nomkosi for 20 years ago and has three children Thando, Amani and Asante. In light of the high divorce rate that is also common among the Christian community, Mahlangu elaborates that 'divorce' simply translates to a dying vision where the couple no longer have the same vision. What breaks up couples is that they do not discuss their visions before marriage. Before we got married, we discussed our vision and what we wanted to achieve and we supported each other towards that. Having a common vision is a principle in all operations. My background moulded me - Solly Mahlangu, Mmegi, May 25 2013 Category:Living people Category:1971 births Category:1970s Category:Gospel singers