After grabbing headlines and setting tongues wagging over the spat between master producer Maphorisa and star vocalist Samthing Soweto over credits, “Amalanga Awafani” by Mas Musiq and Lawd Weezy featuring TO Starquality, DJ Maphorisa, and Samthing Soweto, has made a splash on The Official South African Charts. Debuting at #9 on the International Top 200 and #5 on the Local Top 100, the energetic and catchy Amapiano track has proven to live up to the hype and anticipation. The pulsating song, boasting the unmistakable vocals of Samthing Soweto, is about how days differ-offering motivation to those who may be facing difficult moments. Meanwhile, the slow-burning “Mfazi Wephepha” by Wanitwa Mos, Nkosazana Daughter, and Master KG featuring Big Zulu and Zee Numalo still flies high, holding on to the #5 spot on the International Top200.
Also worth mentioning is the feisty “Madlamini” by Scotts Maphuma and DoouShii featuring Mellow and Sleazy at #10 on the International Top 200, jumping 11 spots from last week to crack the coveted position. “Imithandazo” by Mthunzi and Kabza De Small featuring Young Stunna, DJ Maphorisa, Sizwe Alakine, and Umthakathi Kush marks 45 weeks on the charts since its release and comes in at #17 this week. “Yebo Lapho (Gogo)” by Felo Le Tee, Scotts Maphuma, and Thabza Tee featuring DJ Maphorisa and Diy Biza continues to ride the wave, holding the #1 spot for a remarkable 10 weeks. Things are heating up as we build up to the festive season-brace yourself for more exciting developments as musicians position themselves to deliver the summer anthem. The Official South African Charts keeps you updated.