LaCabra Stakes His Claim With Debut Album “MR BULLY”

LaCabra Stakes His Claim With Debut Album “MR BULLY.” The bull has stepped into the ring, and it is not here to play. Durban firebrand LaCabra, born Mxolisi Sibisi and also known as uLaQhaSha, officially releases his long-awaited debut studio album, MR BULLY, through Corner Store Records, delivering a thunderous statement that shakes the foundations of South African hip-hop.

Spanning 44 tightly packed minutes across 14 tracks, MR BULLY arrives with force and intention. It is bold, relentless, and deeply personal. From the very first track, LaCabra asserts himself not as a newcomer seeking validation but as a contender claiming space at the highest level.

What began years ago as a spontaneous street-corner cypher in Braamfontein’s creative hub has evolved into one of the most compelling journeys in local rap. As a founding member of the Qwellers collective, LaCabra has steadily built a reputation for sharp lyricism and commanding presence. His stage name, translated from Spanish as “The GOAT,” has always hinted at ambition. With MR BULLY, that ambition feels fully realised.

The album leans into what LaCabra calls “African trap,” blending moody trap production with gospel-toned organs, Zulu-inflected flows, and emotionally charged storytelling. The influence of artists like Sjava can be felt in the depth and vulnerability woven through the project, but LaCabra’s voice remains distinct. He raps for his family, for fallen friends, and for the streets of Phoenix, Durban, that shaped him.

By the time the closing track, “I’m Still The Same,” fades out over soaring gospel elements and a reflective sample from philosopher Alan Watts, the line between artist and alter ego disappears. The hungry dreamer has become the force he once imagined.

Fans have wasted no time picking favourites. “Sala Kanje,” “Ballon d’Or,” “Ekse Ex Yami,” “Isbhamu,” “Emaweni,” and the heartfelt “Twin/Brother” are already dominating timelines on X. The features feel intentional and seamless. Nasty C trades confident bars on “Shout Out To Me,” A-Reece adds depth to “The Vision,” and Mnqobi Yazo brings soulful texture to “uMashwabede.” Meanwhile, Qwellers members Lowfeye, Sastii, and Blue Pappi reinforce the collective’s tight-knit chemistry.

The rollout matched the music’s intensity. Pre-release documentaries, including MR BULLY (Braamfontein) and MR BULLY (Phoenix), offered a cinematic look at LaCabra’s rise from township hopeful to national contender. Earlier singles like “DANGEROUS” and “What’s the Qoh!” laid the groundwork and solidified his momentum.

Fans are hailing the project as a culture-shifting body of work, praising both its emotional weight and its street-ready energy. Even debates around favourite tracks and feature placements only highlight how deeply the album is resonating.

MR BULLY is now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Deezer, and all major platforms.