Country-pop and folk-pop fans are about to discover a rising new artist with a remarkable story to tell. Glen Rozi (real name Glen Rwodzi), a medical doctor turned singer-songwriter, is stepping into the spotlight with his debut single, ‘Honeybee’.
Born in Zimbabwe and raised in South Africa, Glen Rozi’s music reflects a life shaped by resilience, passion, and a deep love for storytelling. Drawing inspiration from country greats like Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, and Shania Twain, as well as global icons such as Phil Collins, Bon Jovi, and Bob Marley, Rozi’s sound is a heartfelt blend of nostalgic melodies, modern pop-country energy, and uniquely South African rhythms.
“Music has always been my way of telling stories,” Rozi says. “Whether it’s personal experiences, my faith, or just my imagination running wild, I want my songs to connect with people and bring them joy.”
His debut single, ‘Honeybee’, captures that mission perfectly. Built around a warm, looping acoustic guitar hook, the song tells the bittersweet story of a man torn between sweet memories of love and the pain of heartbreak. The production blends folk-pop picking with pop-country flair—banjo, slide guitar, and electric guitar—layered over groovy basslines and Afro-inspired percussion. The result is a fresh, genre-bending sound with universal appeal.
The accompanying music video, filmed at the breathtaking Bona Bona Game Lodge in South Africa’s North West Province, pairs the song’s emotional intimacy with cinematic visuals: abundant wildlife, vintage cars, and sweeping bushveld landscapes. The one-on-one, conversational style of the video introduces Rozi to the world as both authentic and refreshingly relatable.
Beyond the music, Glen Rozi’s journey is equally inspiring. A practicing medical doctor, he balanced his demanding studies at Stellenbosch University with performing in choirs, a cappella groups, and live gigs at wine farms around Cape Town. After graduating, he continued performing at markets and events while recording his original music. His rebrand from Glen Rwodzi to Glen Rozi is a tribute to his mother, nicknamed ‘Rosie’, and marks a bold new chapter in his artistic career.
With ‘Honeybee’ as his opening statement, Glen Rozi positions himself as an artist to watch in the global country-pop scene—bringing fresh storytelling, vibrant African energy, and a doctor’s heart for healing to the music world.
Honeybee is now available on all major streaming platforms.