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Tresor, born as Mukengerwa Tresor Riziki is a South African musician, songwriter, and producer. Born on September 25, 1984, in Bukavu, Congo, he grew up in Goma and later moved to Durban, South Africa.
Tresor began his music career as a drummer in a church choir at a tender age, and later moved on to become a session musician, composer, and songwriter. His unique blend of African rhythms, pop, soul, and electro sounds has made him a force to reckon with in the South African music industry.
Early Life and Education
Tresor was born in Bukavu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He was raised in Goma but later moved to Durban, South Africa. Tresor attended private school in Goma, where he developed a love for music and began singing at church at a young age. At the age of 17, Tresor moved to Durban, South Africa to pursue a career in music. He studied at the Durban Music School before graduating and pursuing a career as a musician.
Career Beginnings
Tresor began his professional music career as a drummer and percussionist and played gigs with numerous artists. In 2009, he co-founded the band Zwai Bala and performed with them until 2013 when he decided to pursue a solo career. In 2015, Tresor released his debut album ‘VII’. The album was a hit in South Africa, and it earned him several nominations on music award platforms.
Discography
Tresor has released three studio albums, a live album, and several singles. His albums include:
| Album Title | Year Released |
|---|---|
| VII | 2015 |
| The Beautiful Madness | 2017 |
| Nostalgia | 2019 |
In addition to his studio albums, Tresor has released several singles, including collaborations with other musicians.
Tresor’s music is available on several music platforms, including Boomplay. You can find Tresor’s profile on Boomplay here.
Personal Life
Tresor is private about his personal life, but it is known that he is married and has children. Further information about his family is not disclosed to the public.
Cars and House
Tresor is a successful musician, and as a result, he owns several luxury cars and properties. Some of the vehicles he owns include a Lamborghini and a Rolls Royce. Tresor also owns a mansion in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Net Worth
Tresor’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million dollars. Using currency conversion rates, his net worth breaks down as follows:
| Currency | Net Worth |
|---|---|
| USD | $1,000,000 |
| NGN | ₹411,760,000 |
| CAD | $1,275,000 |
| GHS | ₵5,760,000 |
| KES | KSh 107,950,000 |
| ZAR | R15,170,000 |
| UGX | UGX 3,675,000,000 |
| INR | ₨73,730,000 |
Tresor’s net worth is a combination of earnings from his music sales, endorsements, and live performances.
Aside from his music, Tresor has several social media accounts where he interacts with his fans. You can find him on Instagram and Twitter using the handle @tresorofficial.