Thuba Myeki, 9641, Port Elizabeth

Thuba sings when he’s stressed. “That’s the only thing that I actually do when I’m stressed.” And before Thuba goes on stage, he prays and does lots of panting. (View picture above) Thuba said “I sit in front of my dog a lot, just practicing (panting)… I do that a lot.” After all of that, Thuba reveals that “actually, talking is the best way (of dealing with stress) for me, ‘cause when I’m nervous and I’m quiet my head starts going crazy. So at least when I’m talking I use up that energy.”

Thuba also says “I’m the easiest person to be with… I think. I understand different personalities, so I would understand why someone would act in a different way. So I don’t really pay attention to anyone but myself, except if I’m having a good time.”