Paballo Basetsana Mothapo (born March 4, 2001), better known as Pabi Cooper is a South African amapiano artist. She became the talk of the town after dropping the hit Banyana Ke Bafana.
The artist has released many songs and has dropped more hits. She has grown to be one of the big names in the amapiano genre.
Early Life
Pabi Cooper was born on March 4, 2001, and is from Soshanguve township in South Africa. When she turned 21 in 2022, and hosted a birthday celebration to mark her new age. The memorable party was at the Zone 6 Venue in Diepkloof, Soweto.
Career
The amapiano artist has dropped the hit song Banyana Ke Bafana and others such as Isphithiphithi, Nice, Bambelela, and more.
She and Benny Afroe collaborated on a song titled Do It Right. They dropped the song on February 11.
Apart from music, she has other talents and skills. She can dance, MC, a footballer lover, and an MC.
Though, music brought her to the limelight. She has performed in South Africa and outside in other countries like Botswana, Namibia, and Kenya.
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Car
In August 2022, the amapiano star celebrated with her family and friends. She acquired a new car and shared photos of those who celebrated her. She celebrated with an expensive wine beside her new ride.
The budding artist acknowledged God and appreciated her supporters and fans.
Awards
Pabi Cooper has dropped many hit songs, which have gained her many recognitions. She is an award-winning artist and has been a nominee in several others.
In 2021, she won the Amapiano award in the best newcomer category. She made it on the list of nominees for the inaugural Basadi in Music Awards.
Personal Life
Pabi Cooper is dating fellow musician Benny Afroe, a brand ambassador for Nova Men and an AFDA graduate. Her partner also plays several instruments like the guitar, bass guitar, and piano.
The lovers worked together on the track titled Do It Right. Lately, rumors of their break-up surfaced online. They have not said anything about it nor behaved in a way suspiciously.
Hospitalized
In 2022, Pabi Cooper revealed on IG that she spent two weeks in the hospital for fatigue.
“Nothing gives me greater joy, nor satisfaction, than to be able to give my all. This had me doing shows back to back and delivering content at a very rapid rate without a sense of concern in regards to my physical and mental well being.”
Songs
Banyana Ke Bafana
Isphithiphithi
Nice
Bambelela
Thanda Kanjani
MAMA
Thandolwethu
Uyangi’Jabulisa
Intro
Do It Right
Angeke
Waga Bietjie
Sabela
Egoli
2000
Album
Cooperville (2022)
Social Media
The amapiano artist has grown a community of fans and supporters on social media. She posts about her accomplishments, hobbies, and performances.
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Most of her stage performances appear on her posts. She also does pay promotions and partners with brands like Sprite.
Net Worth
Pabi Cooper is a fast-rising musician with many hit songs to her name.
The amapiano star has dropped hit singles and has performed in African countries and beyond. She has an estimated net worth of R2.3 million as of September 2022.
