Confidence Ngonyamo

IceKeys, born Confidence Kudzaishe Ngonyamo, is a multi-talented Zimbabwean artist whose versatility spans across Hip-hop, Afro Pop, R&B, and the self-founded genre Rapoetry—a unique blend of rap and poetry he introduced in 2024. A dynamic performer, lyricist, and creative visionary, IceKeys also wears many hats: songwriter, poet, graphite artist, professional dancer, graphics designer, entrepreneur, and musician. He is known for his... More

IceKeys, born Confidence Kudzaishe Ngonyamo, is a multi-talented Zimbabwean artist whose versatility spans across Hip-hop, Afro Pop, R&B, and the self-founded genre Rapoetry—a unique blend of rap and poetry he introduced in 2024. A dynamic performer, lyricist, and creative visionary, IceKeys also wears many hats: songwriter, poet, graphite artist, professional dancer, graphics designer, entrepreneur, and musician. He is known for his deep artistic expression, lyrical storytelling, and cultural representation through his music. Growing up in Dangamvura, Mutare, IceKeys began his creative journey at an early age. He first stepped into the limelight as a breakdancer, earning the title of one of the best dancers in Manicaland. At just 11 years old, he kickstarted his entertainment career, participating in small & major talent showcases such as StarBrite and Dream Star, reaching the semi-finals of StarBrite in 2016. Influenced by icons such as Usher Raymond, Chris Brown, Lil Bow Wow, Eminem(Matthew Mathers), Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne(Dwayne Michael Carter), Michael Jackson, ExQ, Ti Gonzi, Jnr Brown, Kritic Igwe and Tammy Moyo, IceKeys fuses international inspiration with local Zimbabwean flavor, crafting a sound that’s both fresh and rooted. He’s also a skilled instrumentalist, proficient in playing traditional Zimbabwean instruments like the mbira and bongo. His professional music career launched in 2013 with the debut single “I'm Blessed” featuring Lisa Rae (Melissa Chizaza), produced by C. Bleech. He followed up with “Samanyika” in 2014, Produced by Trapper Cyd and Satie Beats(Talent Satande)who now goes by the name TalentLight. Since then, IceKeys has built a growing discography with standout tracks such as: No Love (Haulume) ft. Sherytaf – Produced by Jae Drilla & Carnot African Queen – with King Elaman & Necha Bwouy Rimwe Zuva ft. Kulture Medusa – Produced by DJ Chilaz & Jae Drilla Wakura Iwe (Diana) – Produced by Dramar & Pickette Tykker Popping Bottles – ft. King Taps & TerrifiQ Produced by Stylaz Picardo  He’s graced major stages including: Samanyika Festival (2011), performing to the High-Def DanceGroup Shaurai Arts Festival, performing alongside Morset Billie, Adelight Billie, TerrifiQ, Prince Shahhah, and more In 2016, he performed at Harare Agricultural Show Grounds with notable acts like Takura Shonayi, Pah Chihera, and Ba Shupi Nyamauru High School Lions Club Party (2019) alongside Jungle Fire, Carnot SkynetYzia, Sabhuku & Rain Drop In 2023,  he performed at Caff's Record Label Launch, sharing the spotlight with artists like Caff (Lionel Matanda), Edge Sparta, Diamond Boiz, Roc, Mr Regular, and Young Ice An alumnus of Mutare Polytechnic College, IceKeys studied Graphics and Design as well as Musicology between 2017 and 2019, cementing his foundation in both the visual and sonic arts. In 2020, he unleashed his debut 6 track album titled "Confidence Boosta". On Confidence Boosta he worked with King Elaman, Dj Satie, Gransunn & Jae Drilla.  In 2023, he worked with Prince Shahhah on a song titled, "Get Off" My Seat Produced by Jae Drilla and Prince Shahhah. In 2024, he unveiled a piece of Rapoetry on  a song titled Wakura iwe Produced by Dramar(Kudakwashe Takura) and he also unleashed the visuals. The visuals of the Wakura iwe (Diana) were Produced and Directed by Wills Maisvoreva of the Elevation Creations. In 2025, he unveiled a fresh cover of Chris Brown’s “Residuals”, showcasing his vocal prowess and ability to reinterpret global hits with his unique flair. Currently, IceKeys is in the studio working on new material, promising more authentic, genre-blending music for his growing fanbase. Currently[2025], He just dropped his 2nd offering of this year titled, ZveRudo Handigoni Produced by Jae Drilla & Pickett Tykker Booking & Contact Information Phone/WhatsApp/SMS: +263 775 855 759 Email: thengonyamomusic@gmail.com TikTok.com /@IceKeys_World Instagram.com /@IceKeys_World Facebook.com/@Ngonyamo.Zw X.com/@IceKeys_World YouTube.com /thengonyamoworld ReverbNation: IceKeys Ngonyamo www.icekeys.blogspot.com Less