Pabi Cooper

Paballo Mothapo, known professionally as Pabi Cooper, is a South African platinum-selling artist. Born and raised in Soshanguve, Pabi is deeply rooted in family, dance music culture, and football. These influences played a significant role in her rapid rise to fame, driven by several viral dance moments that made her one of the most influential and widely followed young artists in South Africa today.

Her breakthrough came in 2021 with the release of her debut single, “Isiphithiphithi”, which quickly became a platinum-certified hit, selling over 20 000 units within a few months. The success of this single marked a turning point in her career, setting her on a strong upward trajectory in the South African music industry.

Building on that momentum, Pabi released her debut EP, ‘Cooperville’, in 2022, featuring some of South Africa’s most prominent artists. The project included the hit single “Banyana Ke Bafana”, another platinum-selling track that cemented her position as a major force in Amapiano and contemporary South African music. Her follow-up single from the EP, “Waga Bietjie”, further showcased her versatility and star power, sparking popular rap and dance challenges across social media.

Pabi Cooper continues to grow her influence and artistry with each release. Within just a few years, she has achieved milestones that many artists aspire to reach over a lifetime. With multiple gold and platinum records to her name, Pabi has firmly established herself as one of South Africa’s leading young talents — and she shows no signs of slowing down.