From a God to a King
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| Released | 23 April 2023 | |||
| Recorded | 2021–2023[1] | |||
| Length | 34:15 | |||
| Label | Universal Music South Africa | |||
| Producer | Mondli Ngcobo | |||
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From a God to a King is the tenth studio album by South African singer Kelly Khumalo, released on 14 February 2023 through Universal Music South Africa.[1] Production was handled by Mondli Ngcobo.[1]
Release and promotion
[edit]The Standard edition of From a God to a King was released on 14 February 2023.
To further promote the album Khumalo performed her first annual Gospel Explosion Concert from 15–16 April at Johannesburg's Lyric Theatre.[2][3]
On 28 April, following the success of the two dates, she added one more date that was held at Vaal on 28 May.[4]
In late August 2022, Kelly announced the From a God to a King tour, which began on 17 September, Carnival City, Boksburg.[5][6]
The album's lead single, "Bazokhuluma" featuring Zakwe and Mthunzi was released on 4 November 2022.[7]
From a God to a King's deluxe edition was released on 31 May 2024.
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Akathintwa" | 5:15 |
| 2. | "Uzoma" | 4:13 |
| 3. | "Ngisize" (featuring Sbu Soule) | 4:42 |
| 4. | "Uyathandwa" | 4:59 |
| 5. | "Mina Nawe" (featuring Mondli Ngcobo) | 3:29 |
| 6. | "Isivikelo" (featuring Mbuso Khoza) | 5:53 |
| 7. | "Bazokhuluma" (featuring Zakwe and Mthunzi) | 5:44 |
| Total length: | 34:15 | |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 8. | "Amazwi" | 4:02 |
| 9. | "Ngibambe" | 4:51 |
| 10. | "Emaweni" | 4:50 |
| Total length: | 47:58 | |
Personnel
[edit]Credits for From a God to a King are adapted from AllMusic.[8]
- Kelly Khumalo - Composer, Primary Artist, Vocals
- Mbuso Khoza - Composer, Primary Artist, Vocals
- Mondli Ngcobo - Composer, Musical Producer, Primary Artist, Producer, Vocals
- Mthunzi - Primary Artist, Vocals
- Mthunzi Ndimande - Composer
- Ntokozo Zakwe - Composer
- Sbu Soule - Primary Artist, Vocals
- Sibusiso Nkwanyana - Composer
- Zakwe - Primary Artist, Rap
Awards
[edit]From a God to a King received two nominations for Female Artist of the Year and Best Afro-Pop Album at 29th South African Music Awards.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | From a God to a King | Female Artist of the Year | Nominated |
| Best Afro-Pop Album | Nominated |
Release history
[edit]| Region | Date | Format(s) | Label | Edition(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 14 February 2023 | Universal Music | Standard | ||
| 31 May 2024 | Deluxe |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Maako, Keitumetse (22 April 2023). "'It's about me': Kelly Khumalo shares 'self-introspection' while making 'best work to date' | Life". South Africa: Life. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ Shumba, Ano (16 March 2022). "SA: Kelly Khumalo to host Gospel Explosion concert | Music In Africa". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ Naidoo, Sonri (15 March 2022). "Kelly Khumalo talks about hosting 'Gospel Explosion'". Independent Online. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ Maliba, Amanda (18 April 2022). "Khumalo extends run of Gospel Explosion concert to the Vaal". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ Darangwa, Shingai (24 August 2022). "Kelly Khumalo set to embark on her From a God to a King' tour – IOL". Independent Online. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ de Wee, Naledi (22 August 2022). "From a God to a King: Kelly Khumalo set to kick off music tour". The South African. Retrieved 16 September 2022.
- ^ "Kelly Khumalo Releases Bazokhuluma ft Zakwe & Mthunzi! | Trace". Trace. 4 November 2022. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ "From a God to a King - Kelly Khumalo | Credits | AllMusic". AllMusic. Retrieved 8 June 2024.