Bonny M | May 20, 2026
For Tshiamo Pearl Sebate, known to many as WorldPeace, music has always existed as something deeply personal, not simply a career path, but a reflection of identity, healing, love, and self-expression.
Originally from Rustenburg in the North West and raised in Pretoria, Gauteng, Tshiamo grew up surrounded by music in almost every form imaginable. Gospel echoed through spaces of faith, jazz introduced complexity and soul, while R&B and traditional sounds created warmth and familiarity. Long before she understood the language of artistry, she instinctively understood emotion through melody. By the age of three, she was already singing, inspired by powerhouse voices like Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey, artists whose ability to carry emotion through sound left a lasting imprint on her from childhood.
Music became more than a hobby as she grew older. It became part of how she understood herself. From playing violin in her school orchestra for several years to studying music theory through UNISA, Tshiamo’s relationship with sound developed with both emotional depth and technical understanding. Yet despite the structure of musical training, her artistry always remained deeply intuitive. She was naturally introspective, expressive, and emotionally aware, qualities that would later become central to the music she creates today.
The name “WorldPeace” arrived long before it carried the meaning it holds now. During her first year at the University of Johannesburg, Tshiamo and her roommate immersed themselves in performance culture and student life, eventually forming a musical duo together. The name started playfully during that season, but over time it evolved into something much more personal. As people began associating the name with her artistry, she slowly recognised how deeply connected it already was to her identity. Tshiamo itself translates to “World peace” in Setswana, and the phrase “tsotlhe di apere tshiamo” speaks to harmony and balance. What began as something light-hearted eventually transformed into a reflection of calmness, intention, and emotional honesty, all qualities now deeply embedded within her music.
Although her sound blends hip-hop and R&B, it is rooted most strongly in soul. She exists comfortably in the space between rapping and singing, often leaning into melodic expression and what she describes as “rap-singing,” allowing her to move fluidly between vulnerability, rhythm, and storytelling. Influenced by artists like Destiny’s Child, Aaliyah, Whitney Houston, and the hip-hop culture surrounding her upbringing, Tshiamo developed a sound that feels emotionally rich yet contemporary. It is music built not only to be heard, but to be felt.
That emotional sincerity is perhaps most beautifully captured in her single, Only Girl in the World. Bold yet soft, confident yet deeply intimate, the track explores the feeling of being fully chosen and emotionally safe within love. Rather than presenting romance through fantasy, the song reflects alignment, emotional security, and vulnerability from a woman’s perspective. It speaks to the kind of love that removes uncertainty and allows softness to exist without fear.
For Tshiamo, the song represents more than affection. It reflects emotional maturity and personal clarity. At this stage in her life, she no longer feels uncertain about what she deserves or desires. That certainty naturally pours into the music, creating a sense of grounded confidence throughout the track. Through poetic lyrics, layered melodies, and warm storytelling, Only Girl in the World becomes both a love song and a reminder that intentional love still exists in a world where genuine connection often feels increasingly rare.
What makes Tshiamo’s artistry especially compelling is the honesty woven into her creative process. While some songs begin with lived experiences and emotions, others are born from imagination, manifestation, and possibility. She describes her music as being roughly seventy percent personal truth and thirty percent creative vision, a balance that allows her to remain emotionally authentic while still creating worlds larger than herself. Whether writing from reality or aspiration, every song carries intention.
The creation of Only Girl in the World itself happened instinctively. Entering the studio without lyrics already prepared, Tshiamo heard an unfinished beat that immediately sparked something within her. The song was written and recorded in the very same session, a process far more spontaneous than her usual approach. Working alongside producer Shayzar pushed her creatively, particularly the challenge of recording over an incomplete track and trusting the process fully. That freedom and chemistry shaped the final energy of the song, allowing it to feel effortless, warm, and emotionally natural.
Beyond the music, Tshiamo describes herself first and foremost as a mother. Being a boy mom remains one of the most grounding and defining parts of her identity. Family, purpose, and meaningful relationships sit at the centre of her life, influencing not only how she moves through the world, but how she creates. She speaks openly about keeping her circle intentional, valuing kindness, and carrying herself with warmth regardless of status or title. Those closest to her, especially the strong women within her life, continue to shape the emotional foundation of who she is.
That sense of emotional grounding can also be felt throughout her music. While she occasionally explores heavier themes, Tshiamo naturally gravitates toward messages of love, hope, self-belief, and emotional healing. Her work often carries an uplifting spirit, reminding listeners to trust themselves, embrace growth, and remain open to love despite uncertainty. Even within vulnerability, there is always warmth present. Her music does not simply dwell in emotion, it seeks to restore something within the listener.
Looking back on her journey, Tshiamo recognises how much she has evolved, both personally and artistically. The artist she was years ago differs greatly from the woman she is now. Experience, collaboration, motherhood, and self-awareness have all contributed to her growth. Today, she approaches her craft with greater discipline, confidence, and clarity, understanding both the creative and business side of the industry more deeply than before.
As her career continues to unfold, there is already more on the horizon. Alongside plans for a music video for Only Girl in the World, Tshiamo is preparing future releases that lean further into hip-hop, performance culture, and lifestyle spaces. She also hopes to expand into fitness and wellness projects, bringing together the many layers of who she is beyond music alone. Yet through every new direction, one thing remains consistent, her commitment to honesty, emotional depth, and intention.
For listeners discovering WorldPeace for the very first time, Tshiamo hopes they leave with more than just melodies stuck in their heads. She hopes they remember the feeling. The sincerity behind every lyric. The warmth behind every note.
And perhaps most importantly, the reminder that there is beauty in trusting your journey, embracing your voice, and continuing forward even when the path ahead feels uncertain, because for WorldPeace, music has never only been about performance, it has always been about connection.