Despite being in jail, Limpopo musician Shebeshxt has scored a major win on the airwaves. His song “Rato Laka” was voted by listeners as the Thobela FM song to usher in 2026.
The track was chosen by fans and listeners to be played as one of the key songs to welcome the New Year.
The recognition comes while Shebeshxt is in custody facing serious charges, including attempted murder, over an alleged shooting incident in Polokwane in October 2025.
His music continues to be popular with fans, who helped push Rato Laka to the top of the station’s countdown. The choice of the song reflects his ongoing influence in South African music, even as he remains behind bars and awaits his next court appearance in February 2026.
News has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some celebrating the artist’s musical success and others pointing to the serious legal issues he currently faces.
