Kenzie from Welly

Kenzie From Welly is a natural storyteller, who weaves together her love for the arts, community, and a deep commitment to her journey of ancestral reconnection. Her sharp-witted rap lyrics reflect lived experiences — blending raw emotion, bold truths, and elegance — while her performances surge with energy and intention. Like her name proudly states, Kenzie was born in Pōneke (Wellington), she carries the rhythms of her whakapapa into every verse, blending 90s-inspired hip‑hop with generational wisdom to craft songs that are both vulnerable and defiant. Kenzie thrives in the space found somewhere between tradition and not conforming to society's expectations; from her unique style of fashion, to her unwavering sense of kotahitanga and, of course, her writing and performance.
 
Nominated for: Greenstone Door
Finalist for:
ONErpm BEST PACIFIC HIP HOP ARTIST
AUCKLAND COUNCIL BEST PACIFIC FEMALE ARTIST
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