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Writes Joyce Mukucha
Zimbabwean ‘Ndezvemoyo’ hitmaker Terry Gee has died. He was 36.
A few days ago, fellow musicians and socialites have been mobilising resources to support his medical expenses.
After announcing her son’s critical condition and his admission to a local hospital, Terry Gee’ mother called for prayers and support.
Born Tichaona Terrence Green, the late musician won the hearts of many after his collaboration with another talented singer, Chipo Muchegwa, on the song Ndezvemoyo.
The two also collaborated on the song ‘Makafanana’. On YouTube, the track hit 2,9 million views and it also trended on TikTok.
He was born and grew up in Kuwadzana, Harare.
Terry Gee was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at birth, which led to him being in a wheelchair for the rest of his life.
Despite being a person with a disability (PWD), and facing challenges that include discrimination and negligence in the community, Terry Gee was optimistic, focused and was excelling in the arts industry.
According to music promoters and arts experts, independent musicians with disabilities often face the challenge of wearing multiple hats.
They mention that in addition to creating and performing music, they also have to handle responsibilities such as marketing, booking gigs, managing finances, and negotiating contracts thus, balancing these various roles can be overwhelming and time-consuming.
Besides being in the music industry, Terry Gee was also into acting. He was featured in a local drama called Zviri Mudzimba.
He attended Jairos Jiri Association in Southerton and was supposed to proceed to Bulawayo at King George School but ended up at Kuwadzana High 2.
According to sources, Terry Gee was inspired to join the music industry by Baba naMai Charamba and later by Jah Prayzah.
Jit singer Baba Harare was the first artist to collaborate with Terry Gee.
Funeral arrangements shall be announced in due course.