“Kwakhala Nyonini,” a collaboration between DJ MOSCOW, Frank Mabeat, and Murumba Pitch, featuring B33kay SA and De Soul, is a deeply emotional Amapiano track that touches on themes of loss, healing, and the journey towards emotional recovery. The title of the song translates to “The Bird Has Cried,” a powerful metaphor often used in African storytelling to represent mourning, longing, or deep emotional pain. This underlying sense of melancholy is woven throughout the track, making it both a danceable and introspective piece.
The song opens with soft, ethereal synths, creating an atmosphere of reflection. Murumba Pitch, known for their soulful and evocative vocal delivery, brings a raw vulnerability to the track, their voice carrying the pain and longing that the song’s title suggests.
DJ MOSCOW and Cnethemba Gonelo recently appeared on Emaweni featuring B33kay SA, Frank Mabeat, De Soul and Mzizi.
Frank Mabeat and DJ MOSCOW’s production is restrained yet impactful, utilizing minimalistic beats and subtle percussive elements to create a hauntingly beautiful soundscape. The use of space in the production allows the song to breathe, giving each instrument and vocal its moment to shine. The log drums are used sparingly but effectively, creating a deep, resonant pulse that drives the song forward without overpowering its emotional core.
B33kay SA and De Soul add further depth to the track with their vocal and instrumental contributions, weaving harmonies and instrumental riffs that enhance the overall sense of mourning and introspection. Despite the song’s melancholic tone, there is a sense of hope that emerges as it progresses—a feeling that even in the darkest moments, there is always a path forward. This track is a poignant reminder of the emotional range that Amapiano can offer, blending danceable beats with deep, soul-stirring narratives that resonate on a personal level.
DJ MOSCOW, Frank Mabeat & Murumba Pitch – Kwakhala Nyonini ft. B33kay SA & De Soul
DJ MOSCOW, Frank Mabeat & Murumba Pitch – Kwakhala Nyonini ft. B33kay SA & De Soul
