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Yvonne Chaka Chaka reveals her ultimate SA music playlist

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Yvonne Chaka Chaka reveals her ultimate SA music playlist. To this end, we are asking SA artists, celebrities and music industry experts to share their ultimate SA Music Top 10 playlist. This Heritage Month, we are looking to celebrate the best of South Africa and this, of course, includes our local music.

While Yvonne Chaka Chaka’s song “Umqombothi” certainly features on other people’s ultimate SA music playlists, the internationally recognised South African singer, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, humanitarian and teacher’s own favourites include SA’s hottest track right now, Jerusalema, as well as classics from SA legends Miriam Makeba, Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse, Brenda Fassie and Sibongile Khumalo amongst others.

Dubbed the “Princess of Africa” (a name she received after a 1990 tour), Chaka Chaka has been at the forefront of South African popular music for over 27 years.

In short, Yvonne is a true icon in every sense of the word.

Here’s what made Yvonne Chaka Chaka’s ultimate SA music top 10 playlist:

1. Sipho Mabuse – Shikisha

2. Brenda Fassie – Black President

3. Miriam Makeba – Don’t Divide Us

4. Chicco – Soldier

5. Sibongile Khumalo – Little Girl

6. Tu Nokwe – Amatseketse

7. Mandoza – Nkalakatha

8. Master KG and Nomcebo – Jerusalema

9. Stimela – Whispers in the Deep

10. Mahlathini & Mahotella Queens – Melodi

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My dad said he had vision I’d end up as gospel singer’ – Davido

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Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, AKA Davido, has revealed a vision his dad, Deji Adeleke, told him he had about him. The ‘OBO’ crooner stated that his dad told him that he had a vision that he would end his music career up as a gospel singer. Davido disclosed this during a chat with some guests at his wedding on Tuesday.

Davido

In the morning, daddy would say, ‘Davido, I had a vision about you.’ I said, ‘What vision?’ He said, ‘I had a vision that you ended your music as a gospel singer’,” he said.  Davido’s wedding at the Eko Hotel and Suites attracted dignitaries from all walks of life, including his uncle, the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and his Lagos and Abia State counterparts, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Alex Otti.

Davido

Others are former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Akwa Ibom State governor, Udom Emmanuel, and the Ooni of Ife, HRH Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. Also in attendance were Don Jazzy, Ini Edo, PSquare, Zlatan Ibile, Patoranking, Obi Cubana, Seyi Tinubu, Jay Jay Okocha, Victor Osimhen, Pocolee, and the host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.

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In other news – I lost opportunities over my support for Palestine – Kehlani

American singer-songwriter Kehlani Ashley Parrish, popularly known as “Kehlani,” has opened up about losing opportunities and deals due to her support for Palestine. The singer revealed this in an interview with ‘Breakfast Club’ released in the early hours of Tuesday. I have experienced a lot of pushback,” Kehlani said.

Kehlani

I’ve experienced a lot of loss. I’ve experienced a lot of things that were promised and set up for this rollout and album to happen, supposed to be a lot of ‘firsts. Read more

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Why I’m yet to marry – Don Jazzy speaks out

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Don Jazzy speaks out

Music mogul Don Jazzy has recently opened up about why he remains unmarried despite his success and popularity. The Nigerian producer and entrepreneur, known for founding Mavin Records and launching the careers of numerous artists, shared his thoughts on why he hasn’t taken the plunge into marriage just yet.

Don Jazzy speaks out

Don Jazzy explained that his demanding career has played a significant role in his decision to stay single. His dedication to building his music empire has left little time for personal relationships, and he admitted that he has often prioritized work over his love life. The music industry, with its relentless pace and constant demands, has made it challenging for him to focus on settling down.

The producer also mentioned that his high standards and desire for a meaningful connection have made him cautious about entering into marriage. He believes that marriage is a serious commitment that requires time, effort, and the right partner, and he doesn’t want to rush into it until he’s certain he’s found someone who aligns with his values and lifestyle.

 

Despite his single status, Don Jazzy remains optimistic about the future, expressing that he is open to the idea of marriage when the time is right. For now, he continues to focus on his career and personal growth, with the belief that everything will fall into place when it’s meant to.

In other news – I lost opportunities over my support for Palestine – Kehlani

American singer-songwriter Kehlani Ashley Parrish, popularly known as “Kehlani,” has opened up about losing opportunities and deals due to her support for Palestine.

 

Kehlani

The singer revealed this in an interview with ‘Breakfast Club’ released in the early hours of Tuesday. I have experienced a lot of pushback,” Kehlani said. Read more

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I lost opportunities over my support for Palestine – Kehlani

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Kehlani

American singer-songwriter Kehlani Ashley Parrish, popularly known as “Kehlani,” has opened up about losing opportunities and deals due to her support for Palestine. The singer revealed this in an interview with ‘Breakfast Club’ released in the early hours of Tuesday. I have experienced a lot of pushback,” Kehlani said.

Kehlani

I’ve experienced a lot of loss. I’ve experienced a lot of things that were promised and set up for this rollout and album to happen, supposed to be a lot of ‘firsts’… magazines and these things… brand deals and opportunities that we’re sad to lose. But at the end of the day, I don’t regret doing something that I… I can go to sleep at night. I can go to sleep knowing that, like, what I’ve learned to be as an artist, I’m aligned with.

Kehlani

The singer voiced her support for Palestine in an Instagram post on May 29th, before featuring the Palestinian flag in her video for ‘Next 2 U,’ released on May 31st. Through the singer’s support, $500,000 was raised for the people of Gaza, Congo and Sudan.

Source: Dailpost

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Mercy Eke

I didn’t tell him to pay my staff’s salaries. He’s doing it on his own to reduce my responsibilities. Because of that, I always want to do things for him too. Mercy Eke has been hiding her current partner from the public. Read more

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