After weeks of teasing fans with tantalizing jingles on social media, the wait is finally over—uMkhulekelwa has released his much-anticipated studio album, Amahlikihliki. The award-winning South African singer and songwriter, renowned for his deep roots in the Maskandi genre, has once again proven his musical prowess with this latest project, his first of the year 2024.
Even before the official release, Amahlikihliki had already garnered significant attention, with fans and netizens eagerly discussing the album’s potential. The buzz surrounding the album reached new heights when the cover art was unveiled, a clear testament to uMkhulekelwa’s influence in the Maskandi music scene.
With a total of fifteen tracks, Amahlikihliki delivers a rich and authentic Maskandi experience. uMkhulekelwa, known for his deep storytelling and unique sound, ensures that each track resonates with the heart and soul of traditional Zulu music, while also incorporating contemporary elements that make the album accessible to a broader audience.
The album features a few collaborations with well-known artists in the Maskandi genre, adding to its diversity and appeal. Here’s a closer look at the Amahlikihliki tracklist:
- Ngingamane Ngizilahle || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Kwafa Umuntu (ft. Siyabonga Mpungose) || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Umkhulu Wena (ft. Dumisani Thango) || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Amahlikihliki || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Umculo Uqoshwa Kanzima || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Kujabula Nina || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Isimomondiya || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Ngicela Ungalikhiphi (ft. Sne Ntuli) || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Udinwe Yini? || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Into Engabe Kanginay || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Zama || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Awuqine Umthetho (ft. Mongezi Luthuli) || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Nhliziyo Dela || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Athule Amadoda || DOWNLOAD HERE
- Uhambo Lwe X-Yami || DOWNLOAD HERE