About
Jonathan Butler is a South African singer-songwriter and guitarist whose career has spanned continents and decades, marked by musical courage, soulful expression, and spiritual depth. Born and raised in Cape Town during apartheid, he began performing as a child, breaking racial barriers early in his career and becoming one of the first non-white artists played on South African radio and television.
As an international artist, Butler built a devoted following with his fusion of jazz, R&B, pop, and gospel, earning Grammy® nominations and chart success with hits such as “Lies.” His guitar work — fluid, expressive, and richly melodic — is paired with warm vocals and thoughtful songwriting that reflect both personal journey and universal themes. Throughout his career he has moved between smooth jazz, soulful ballads, and spiritually infused compositions, always grounded in musical integrity and emotional honesty.
At the core of Jonathan Butler’s work is a belief in music as a force for hope and connection — a way to bring audiences together through shared experience, resilience, and joy.