Brenda and the Big Dudes was a South African recording group formed in 1983.

The group's classic line up included Brenda Fassie (Vocals), Desmond Malotana (Keyboards), Dumisane Ngobeni (Keyboards), Job "Fats" Mlangeni (Drums), David Mabaso (Bass) and Rufus Klaas (Guitar).

[1][2] The group rose to fame after the release of their debut maxi-single Weekend Special in 1983.

The group was initially a backing band for another popular South African duo Blondie & Pappa until a young Brenda Fassie was brought in as a lead singer.

The group would also gain international prominence after Weekend Special was remixed by Van Gibbs in 1986.