Basimane Melato “King B”

Basimane Melato, commonly known as King B, is a South African singer and HR Management student from Kagiso.

He was a contestant on Idols SA Season 14 in 2018 where he finished in 4th position.

This is one contestant with a voice as big as his personality! King B’s vosho is also sure to become his trademark.

He says he is inspired by the glamour on Miss Universe and makes it clear that he is here to soar.

Fun Facts

Real name: Basimane Boys Melato

Age: 20

My Favorite Song: ‘A Song for You’ by Donny Hathaway

My Favorite Food: Anything cooked by me

My Favorite Style Icon: Nelson Mandela and New York Fashion

Favorite Colour: Gold or Purple (I can’t choose between the two)

One thing that brings me luck: My BIBLE

One interesting fact that may surprise you: I suck my thumb

Performances and Song List

Stage	Song(s)	Result
Top 31	“At Last” by Etta James	Safe
Top 16	“Stay with Me” by Sam Smith	Safe
Top 10	“Love On The Brain” by Rihanna	Safe
Top 9	“Remember The Time” by Michael Jackson	Safe
Top 8	“Loliwe” by Zahara	Safe
Top 7	“Inde” by Heavy K featuring Bucie and Nokwazi	Safe
Top 6	– “Baby Please” by Robbie Malinga featuring Kelly Khumalo – “Make You Feel My Love” by Adele	Safe
Top 5	– “Irreplaceable” by Beyoncé – “Say Something” by A Great Big World	Safe
Top 4	– “Lion of Judah” by Lebo Sekgobela – “Kahle” by Amanda Black	Eliminated