Okmalumkoolkat Salutes Boyz N Bucks Legacy Following A Nostalgic Documentary. South African cultural icon and rap trailblazer Okmalumkoolkat has given fans a nostalgic nod to one of the most influential collectives in Mzansi’s hip-hop history—Boyz N Bucks—in a heartfelt message celebrating a new documentary crafted by visual storyteller Nkanyezi Nzimande, popularly known for his handle @colonelcubs.
Taking to social media, Okmalumkoolkat expressed gratitude for the project, noting, “Thanks @colonelcubs, the timelines of our acquaintances are not on point but kukhona i-encapsulation eyenzekile ngale doccie. Sibonge 🥇🛖 Ncà Yute Day bakwethu!”
The post, brimming with both reverence and local flair, acknowledges the imperfections of history’s retelling but praises the documentary’s power in capturing the spirit and essence of the movement that shook South African youth culture to its core.
The documentary, spearheaded by the ever-curious Nkanyezi Nzimande, delves deep into the formation and rise of Boyz N Bucks, the trailblazing collective that fused streetwear, music, art, and a defiant sense of identity into a movement that redefined cool. Featuring influential members like Riky Rick, Stilo Magolide, Scoop Makhathini, uSanele, and Okmalumkoolkat himself, Boyz N Bucks was more than a crew—it was a cultural zeitgeist.
Nzimande, known for exploring intersections between fashion, film, and photography, brings his unique lens to the story, providing an encapsulating glimpse of how the collective’s diverse talents converged to birth a new era for SA hip hop and township style. From bucket hats to boundary-breaking sounds, the documentary is a homage to both brotherhood and bravado.
The timing of the post, punctuated with the celebration of Youth Day, feels like a call to celebrate and reflect—a reminder that the energy and innovation of young, bold creators still fuels the culture today. In an age where moments are fleeting and trends fade fast, this documentary captures a time when the streets spoke in style, sound, and swagger—and the Boyz N Bucks were its loudest voice.
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