Holy Ten Booed Off Stage in Chitungwiza as Fans Revolt and Tensions Explode

Controversial ZimHip Hop artist Holy Ten is once again under fire after a chaotic and humiliating performance at Bling 4’s album launch over the weekend at Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex. The rapper was booed off stage, pelted with bottles, cans, and stones, and eventually forced to abandon his set, marking one of the most dramatic public rejections of his career.

What was meant to be a celebration of local hip-hop turned into a hostile showdown as fans vocally turned against Holy Ten, chanting the name of rival rapper Voltz JT and the movement “N.O.P” instead of cheering for the main act. The energy shifted rapidly from excitement to anger as Holy Ten’s performance failed to connect with the crowd.

In a defiant attempt to salvage the moment, Holy Ten returned for a second round, only to face even harsher backlash. The chants grew louder, the missiles more frequent, and the jeers more personal. Enraged, Holy Ten hurled his microphone into the crowd and stormed off the stage for good, shielded by his security team.

Online Outburst Sparks Outrage

Never one to shy away from controversy, the rapper unleashed a tirade on social media, igniting yet another firestorm. In a now-viral Shona post, Holy Ten warned:

“Ndikudzoka nema red bhareta. Muchaziva ku Chitungwiza kwenyu ikoko.”
(“I’ll return with red berets. You’ll know your place in Chitungwiza.”)

The chilling reference to red berets, a slang term for Zimbabwe Military Police, immediately set off alarms, with many interpreting the post as a veiled threat to mobilize state forces against fans who booed him.

Social media exploded with reactions, some accusing the artist of abusing perceived political connections, while others dismissed the post as empty bravado. The rapper’s alleged association with Major Sean Mnangagwa, son of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, added fuel to the speculation.

More Insults, More Trouble

Holy Ten’s outburst didn’t end with the threat. In another incendiary comment, he mocked Chitungwiza youth, saying:

“Boys mava kuwanza guka.”
(“You’re overdoing crystal meth.”)

The remark, which many saw as reckless and insulting, only widened the rift between the artist and his already hostile audience.

A Fall from Grace?

This latest episode adds to Holy Ten’s growing list of controversies. Once praised for his lyrical skill and thought-provoking tracks, the rapper now finds himself mired in increasingly erratic behavior, including slurred live streams, bizarre online rants, and public spats with fellow artists.

Critics argue that Holy Ten may be spiraling, with some blaming substance abuse while others suggest he is simply cracking under the weight of fame and public scrutiny.

Despite a loyal fanbase, this incident may mark a turning point in his career.

“He’s lost touch with the streets,” said one attendee at the Aquatic Complex.
“Chitungwiza wasn’t having his vibes.”

Love Him or Loathe Him

Holy Ten has always played the role of hip-hop’s antihero — defiant, polarizing, and unapologetic. But with the crowd turning, threats of violence, and a string of controversies behind him, the question lingers: has Holy Ten finally pushed it too far?

Whether this incident will be a wake-up call or just another chapter in his long saga of drama remains to be seen. What’s certain is that the storm brewing around Holy Ten shows no signs of calming down anytime soon.