Donald
South African singer Donald has spoken out after fans began questioning his presence in the music scene, assuring everyone that he’s still active and working despite the changing dynamics of the industry.
The Over the Moon hitmaker took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts, saying that the current digital landscape has made it harder for people to see what artists are doing unless the algorithm favors them.
“I’ve been seeing so many comments of ‘What happened to Donald,’ and I realized just how some people have not fully grasped how different the industry is now,” he wrote.
“The algorithm is a new thing. The fact that you don’t see much of what I’m doing doesn’t mean I’m not doing anything. If you’re interested in what I’m doing, feel free to check out my pages and get in tune. PS: I have never taken a break. I’m a working artist and continue to do that every day of my life.”
I’ve been seeing so many comments of “What happened to Donald” and I realized just how some people have not fully grasped how different the industry is now, the Algorithm is a new thing, the fact that you don’t see much of what I’m doing doesn’t mean I’m not doing anything. If…
— DONITO (@DonaldInDenial) November 11, 2025
In response to a fan who encouraged him to “hop into amapiano,” Donald revealed that he already has a collaboration with Kabza De Small waiting to drop and that he’s hoping to work with Sam Deep and Soa Mattrix soon.
“I have a song with Kabza, I don’t know when it will drop. I wish to do one with Sam Deep or Soa Matrix in the near future. I hope this puts your heart at ease,” he replied.
Donald also took time to express empathy toward fans who may be projecting their frustrations online, saying he tries to understand where people’s comments come from.
“I chose this career knowing very well what it comes with,” he said.
“I try by all means to understand people and their train of thought so that I can comprehend better why they say the things they do. People are going through a lot, man, and I try to at least understand that.”
