Olefied Khetha (born Khethukuthula Tony Yalo) is a gifted South African singer and songwriter who has emerged as a significant voice in the Afro-pop and "Mzansi Soul" movements. Originally from the small village of KwaNzimakwe in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, he is often referred to by his self-coined moniker, "The Olefied Monster." His music is defined by a soulful, high-pitched vocal delivery and a "born-free" creative philosophy that blends traditional South African sounds with contemporary urban rhythms.