Lemoniq Takes Going High to Harare With a Message of Hope and Perseverance

Bulawayo-born musician and actress Lemoniq, born Gugulethu Moyo, is preparing to bring her music and performance to Harare on September 19 as she shares the message of hope and perseverance behind her latest single, Going High. The upcoming show follows the release of the Afro-House track on May 22 and gives audiences an opportunity to experience the song in a live setting. For Lemoniq, the performance is about more than promoting a new release because the song carries a personal message about continuing to pursue dreams despite uncertainty and setbacks. Her journey from Bulawayo to the national stage has also been shaped by experiences in music, acting, fashion and performance. As she prepares for the Harare show, she hopes Going High will encourage audiences to keep believing in themselves even when the journey becomes difficult.

Going High was produced by Zimbabwean producer GhostZWE, also known as Ghost Magician, and combines contemporary Afro-House rhythms with traditional influences. The production gives the song an energetic foundation while allowing its message of resilience, faith and hope to remain central. Lemoniq sees the track as a personal reminder that ambition can survive moments of doubt and uncertainty. She wrote the song during a period when she wanted something that could strengthen her own resolve while also encouraging other people facing similar struggles. That personal connection has become an important part of how she presents the song and explains why its message remains central to her live performances.

The inspiration behind Going High came from an experience that left a lasting impression on Lemoniq. She said a helicopter ride over Victoria Falls influenced both the uplifting feeling of the song and its central idea of rising above challenges. The experience gave her a different perspective and helped shape the emotional direction of the track. Rather than focusing only on the difficulties people face, the song encourages listeners to recognise that they can choose to keep moving forward. Lemoniq wants that feeling to carry through when she performs the song in Harare, creating a moment where audiences can connect with its message through both the music and her performance.

For Lemoniq, the song represents the importance of holding on to a dream even when circumstances make that difficult. She has acknowledged that self-doubt can become overwhelming, particularly when progress does not happen as quickly as expected. Going High became her own reminder to remain committed to the reasons she started pursuing music and performance in the first place. She hopes listeners will find something personal in the song and use it as encouragement during their own difficult periods. Her intention is not simply to entertain an audience but to leave people with a renewed sense of determination when the performance ends.

Her understanding of live performance has also changed as her career has developed. Lemoniq said she once viewed performing mainly as a matter of delivering the right vocals and presenting a strong visual appearance. Her focus has since expanded towards creating an emotional connection with audiences and making people feel something through her performances. This shift reflects a deeper understanding of performance as a combination of music, movement, storytelling and personal connection. It also gives her an opportunity to communicate the message of Going High in a way that extends beyond the song itself. For Lemoniq, a successful performance is one that stays with the audience after the music stops.

Her musical development has been influenced by her time with Iyasa, an experience she credits with strengthening her discipline and understanding of Zimbabwean culture. Working with the group exposed her to movement, harmony and performance while showing her how music can communicate aspects of Zimbabwean identity. That experience gave her a foundation that continues to influence the way she approaches her work today. She has described the period as grounding because it taught her to take performance seriously while appreciating the cultural elements within Zimbabwean music. Those lessons have remained relevant as she has moved into her solo career and begun exploring different sounds.

Another important step in her development came through the Das Deck Zeigt Open Mic competition hosted by the Zimbabwe German Society in 2025. The experience gave Lemoniq another opportunity to perform, build confidence and develop her abilities in front of an audience. Competitions and live performance platforms can challenge emerging artists to become more disciplined while also helping them understand how audiences respond to their work. For Lemoniq, these experiences contributed to her growth as a performer and strengthened her belief in her own abilities. They have also helped prepare her for the demands of building an independent career where she has greater control over her sound and creative direction.

Her move into Afro-House has allowed her to develop a musical identity that combines her Zimbabwean roots with contemporary influences. Lemoniq sees the genre as a space where traditional elements and modern production can exist together without losing their individual character. The rhythms, energy and themes of hope within her music reflect the different parts of her artistic identity. This approach also gives her room to reach audiences beyond the traditional boundaries of Zimbabwean music while maintaining a connection to home. Going High represents that balance by using a contemporary sound to communicate a message rooted in personal experience, perseverance and belief.

Lemoniq’s creativity also extends beyond music into fashion and visual presentation. She has designed outfits and headpieces, viewing fashion as an important part of how she expresses herself as an artist. Her involvement in clothing and styling allows her to consider the complete performance experience rather than focusing only on the music. This creative interest also complements her work as an actress and performer because visual presentation can play an important role in communicating personality and identity. As she continues developing her career, music, acting and fashion give her different platforms through which she can tell stories and connect with audiences.

The September 19 Harare performance therefore represents another step in Lemoniq’s growing artistic journey. She will arrive with a song that reflects her own experiences with doubt, ambition and perseverance while drawing on the cultural and musical influences that have shaped her career. Her work with Iyasa, her open mic experience, her exploration of Afro-House and her interest in fashion have all contributed to the performer she is becoming. Going High gives her an opportunity to bring those influences together in a performance built around hope and emotional connection. As she takes the stage in Harare, Lemoniq’s message is clear: setbacks and uncertainty do not have to mark the end of a dream, and through Going High she wants audiences to leave with the courage to keep pursuing theirs.