Amapiano is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in South Africa in the 2010s. Some popular Amapiano artists include:
- Kabza De Small, a DJ and record producer known for his hit songs and albums.
- MFR Souls, A group of Amapiano producers and DJ’s known for their hit songs and albums.
- Vigro Deep, A young Amapiano producer and DJ known for his hit songs and albums.
- DJ Maphorisa, a DJ and record producer known for his contributions to the Amapiano genre.
- De Mthuda, a DJ and record producer known for his hit songs and albums.
- Boohle, a singer and songwriter known for her hit songs and albums.
- Focalistic, a rapper and record producer known for his hit songs and albums.
These are some of the most popular and successful Amapiano artists who are known for their contribution in the genre and have released multiple hit songs and albums that have been well-received by audiences both in South Africa and internationally.
Some popular Amapiano songs include:
- “Lorch” by Kabza De Small featuring Semi Tee, Miano & Kammu Dee
- “Soweto’s Finest” by Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa featuring Soweto’s Finest
- “Uthando” by Kabza De Small featuring Njelic
- “Qoqoqo” by De Mthuda featuring Ntokzin
- “Ke Star” by Focalistic featuring Vigro Deep
- “Jobe London” by MFR Souls featuring DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small and Shasha
- “Masupa” by Focalistic featuring Kabza De Small and Madumane
- “Angisho Guys” by Vigro Deep
These are just a few examples of popular Amapiano songs, there are many other Amapiano songs that are worth discovering. Amapiano is a dynamic genre and new songs are released frequently, the songs mentioned here may be popular as of my knowledge cutoff and new popular songs may have released since.
Kabza De Small
Kabza De Small (real name Kabelo Motha) is a South African DJ and record producer known for his contributions to the Amapiano genre of electronic dance music. He is considered one of the most successful and popular Amapiano artists. He is known for his hit songs and albums, such as “I Am The King of Amapiano: Sweet & Dust,” “The Return of the Scorpion Kings,” and “I Am The King of Amapiano: Sweet & Dust 2” which feature collaborations with other popular Amapiano artists like MFR Souls, Vigro Deep, De Mthuda, and DJ Maphorisa. He has also been featured on several hit songs and albums by other South African artists such as “Lorch” featuring Semi Tee, Miano & Kammu Dee and “Soweto’s Finest” featuring Soweto’s Finest. Kabza De Small has won multiple awards and nominations, including the South African Music Awards for Best Amapiano Album and has been successful in popularizing the genre internationally.
MFR Souls
MFR Souls (short for Music For Souls) is a South African production and DJ duo consisting of Amanda Faku and Thabo Mabogwane. They are known for their contributions to the Amapiano genre of electronic dance music. They have been active in the music industry since the early 2010s, and have released several hit songs and albums. Some of their popular songs include “Ebumnandini,” “Love You Tonight,” “Ama Number Kwade” and “Love Is Blind” which have been well-received by audiences both in South Africa and internationally. They have also been featured on several hit songs and albums by other South African artists such as “Jobe London” featuring DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, and Shasha. They have won multiple awards and nominations, including the South African Music Awards for Best Amapiano Album and are considered as one of the most popular and successful Amapiano artist.
Vigro Deep
Vigro Deep is a South African DJ and record producer known for his contributions to the Amapiano genre of electronic dance music. He’s considered one of the youngest and most successful Amapiano artist. He began his career as a teenager and quickly gained popularity for his unique style of Amapiano music. He has released several hit songs and albums, such as “Rise of Baby Boy,” “Baby Boy III,” and “Baby Boy IV” which feature collaborations with other popular Amapiano artists like MFR Souls, Kabza De Small, and De Mthuda. Some of his popular songs include “Angisho Guys,” “Bamb’Inja,” “Tsoang Tsoang” and “Uthando” which have been well-received by audiences both in South Africa and internationally. He has won multiple awards and nominations, including the South African Music Awards for Best Amapiano Album and has been successful in popularizing the genre internationally.
DJ Maphorisa
DJ Maphorisa (real name Themba Sekowe) is a South African DJ and record producer known for his contributions to the Amapiano genre of electronic dance music. He has been active in the music industry since the early 2000s and has released several hit songs and albums. He has collaborated with many other popular South African artists such as Kabza De Small, Moonchild Sanelly, and AKA. He has also released several hit songs and albums under his own name, including “Gqom Wave,” “Blaqboy Music Vol. 1,” and “Blaqboy Music Vol. 2” which feature collaborations with other popular Amapiano artists. Some of his popular songs include “Midnight Starring,” “Soweto Baby,” “Scorpion Kings” and “Midnight Starring” which have been well-received by audiences both in South Africa and internationally. He has won multiple awards and nominations, including the South African Music Awards for Best Amapiano Album and has been successful in popularizing the genre internationally.
De Mthuda
De Mthuda (real name Mthuthuzeli Ntokozo) is a South African DJ and record producer known for his contributions to the Amapiano genre of electronic dance music. He has been active in the music industry since the early 2010s and has released several hit songs and albums. He has collaborated with many other popular South African artists such as Kabza De Small, MFR Souls, and Vigro Deep. He has also released several hit songs and albums under his own name, such as “Soweto Kings,” “Ace of Spades,” and “Soweto Kings Vol. 2” which feature collaborations with other popular Amapiano artists. Some of his popular songs include “Qoqoqo,” “Lalela,” “Soweto’s Finest” and “Ama Number Kwade” which have been well-received by audiences both in South Africa and internationally. He has won multiple awards and nominations, including the South African Music Awards for Best Amapiano Album and has been successful in popularizing the genre internationally.
