Amakhehla
| "Amakhehla" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Sjava, uDumakahle, Anzo featuring Vernotile | |
| from the album Isibuko | |
| Released | January 27, 2023 |
| Recorded | 2019–2022 |
| Genre | African trap, Afro-pop |
| Length | 4:13 |
| Label | 1020 Cartel |
| Songwriter(s) |
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| Producer(s) | Ruff |
"Amakhehla" is a song by South African singer-songwriter and rapper Sjava, uDumakahle, Anzo featuring Vernotile from his third studio album, Isibuko (2023). It was written by Jabulani Hadebe, Anzo, and uDumakahle with production handled by Ruff. It was certified Platinum in South Africa.[1]
Music video directed by Luthando Sigubudu was released on March 15, 2023.[2]
Production and release
[edit]The South African singer-songwriter Sjava began work on his third studio album, Isibuko, in early 2018.[3] For the album's sound, Sjava worked with his frequent producer Ruff and also recruited Jahcool, Vuyo Manyike, Juda Ngwenya, Zadok, Webmoms, and Delayde, as a producer on Isibuko.
"Amakhehla" was the first song Sjava, Anzo and uDumakahle wrote in their collaboration and for Isibuko.
In 2019, Sjava recorded the chorus of the song. After one year later in 2021, Sjava sent a chorus to uDumakahle and recorded his verse on the chorus. Following year Anzo recorded his verse with backing vocals from South African singer Vernotile. In 2022, Anzo verse was re-recorded by Ruff.
In December 2022, Sjava announced Isibuko and its release date. "Amakhehla" is the twelfth track on the album.
Accolades
[edit]"Amakhehla" received a nomination for Best Produced Music Video at 30th ceremony of South African Music Awards.
| Organization | Year | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South African Music Awards | South African Music Awards | Best Produced Music Video | Nominated | [4] |
Certifications
[edit]| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa (RISA)[5] | Platinum | 40,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
[edit]- ^ Booi, Silindokuhle. "Sjava's latest album receives a certified platinum". Bona. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ Banda, Clive (2023-03-15). "Sjava Premieres 'Amakhehla' Music Video". South African Hip Hop Magazine. Retrieved 2023-03-15.
- ^ "SJava Reveals How Long It Took Him to Make the "Isibuko" Album". 2023-03-06. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ Keteyi, Oluthando (26 September 2024). "Tyla's reign continue as she leads SAMA Awards nominations". Independent Online. Retrieved 26 September 2024.
- ^ "South Africa certifications". Recording Industry of South Africa. Retrieved March 13, 2024.