C-Clone
@OnlyOneClone
North West, South Africa
C-CLONE is a South African hip-hop artist from Lichtenburg, North West, known for sharp lyricism, confident delivery, and storytelling rooted in real life. Blending classic boom-bap energy with modern urban hip-hop vibes, his sound combines punchline-driven bars, introspective verses, and a commanding presence on the mic.
Born Bongani Carlos Khanyile, C-CLONE began making music in 2017, turning personal experiences, ambition, and street observations into powerful records. His debut project Upon My Crowning (2021) introduced listeners to his raw authenticity and accumulated over 17,000 streams across platforms, marking an important milestone for an independent artist from his hometown.
Influenced by artists such as J. Cole, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, A-Reece, and Nasty C, C-CLONE focuses on wordplay, storytelling, and emotional depth, delivering music that reflects growth, loyalty, ambition, and resilience.
Beyond music, he is the founder of The Palace Records & Entertainment Agency, bui