… Now she’s making her own
When Beyoncé sang, “I was here, I did, I’ve done everything that I wanted,
And it was more than I thought it would be, I will leave my mark so everyone will know, I was here…”, she might as well have been channelling the spirit of Lesotho’s own trailblazing DJ, Limpho Mochone, better known as DJ Lym. One of the very few female DJs in the country, she has already made her mark spinning unforgettable sets in clubs and festivals, filling dance floors and turning ordinary nights into memories. But now, she is turning up the volume on her dreams.
From the DJ booth to the studio, DJ Lym is gearing up to drop her very first original track, produced by the fire duo Supaa and JNR from South Africa. The song is set to drop on June 28, 2025, and it is more than just a new single; it is a bold step in her evolution from DJ to performer, and now to artist and creator.
In this exclusive interview, Newsday catches up with the Madam President of Vibes to talk TikTok, working with Supaa and JNR, the transition into production, and the message she wants to send to every young girl daring to dream in a world that wasn’t built with them in mind.
Let’s vibe!
Newsday: You have already got clubs buzzing and dance floors full. That is an achievement on its own. What made you get out of your comfort zone and say, “Okay, now it’s time to drop my own songs”?
DJ Lym: it has been an incredible experience, I am truly blessed to have so much support. I feel the need to express my own artistic vision. I’m super excited to step out of my comfort zone and start producing my own music and I believe having my own music will help grow my brand beyond just being a DJ. I have already made the shift from being just a DJ to a performer, I even have my own dancer now! So creating my own music felt like the natural next step. I want to share my unique sound and connect with people in a deeper, more personal way.
Newsday: These days, it feels like a song almost has to have a TikTok challenge to blow up. Is that something you’re thinking about with this release, or are you letting the music speak for itself?
DY Lym: Most of the tracks I play are already trending on TikTok, so I absolutely see the value in it as a platform for music promotion. A TikTok challenge can definitely help a song go viral. That said, I also really believe in the music speaking for itself. My focus is on making quality songs that people can feel. If a challenge fits naturally, great, but at the end of the day, I want my music to stand on its own.
Newsday: What has the transition from just being a DJ into music production felt like, especially in a scene that often favours male producers?
DJ Lym: It has been both challenging and empowering. Many women face difficulties related to gender stereotypes and industry bias, but we are increasingly breaking barriers, gaining recognition and inspiring others in the process.
Newsday: Supaa and JNR are on production! How did that collaboration come together, and what did they help bring out in the sound?
DJ Lym: Supaa actually reached out to me on TikTok! He’d seen my content and said he felt something special in my vibe and energy and wanted to collaborate. I loved the idea, especially since I was already thinking about creating my own music, even though I had little to no experience in production. Supaa and JNR have such a sharp ear for bold, catchy beats, and I think I added some finesse and depth to the sound. It was a perfect creative balance.
Newsday: When people hear this song for the first time, what’s the reaction you are hoping for? Goosebumps? Dance moves? Big smiles?
DJ Lym: Honestly, I am hoping for all of that. I want people to feel something the moment the beat drops, it be that rush of energy that gets you moving or that instrument that hits you in the chest.
Newsday: Should we be expecting more original tracks or even a full DJ LYM album soon?
DJ Lym: Definitely
Newsday: Lastly, for all the young girls watching you rise in a male-heavy industry, what message do you hope they hear through your music and your moves?
DJ Lym: I want every young girl watching to know that they belong in any space they choose to step into. Being a female DJ in a male-dominated industry is not always easy, but through my journey and my music, I hope they will see and hear that it is possible, their voices matter, their talent is enough, and they do not have to change who they are to make an impact. Start, do it, stay true to yourself and let your passion lead the way
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