
South African Music
Afrikaans music is a genre that originated in South Africa and is sung in the Afrikaans language. It is known for its emotional and heartfelt lyrics, often touching on themes of love, loss, and the beauty of the South African landscape. The music is typically accompanied by guitar and other traditional instruments, and can range from slow ballads to upbeat, danceable tunes. Some popular Afrikaans artists include Spoegwolf, Riaan Benadé, and Theuns Jordaan. (AI Generated)
Top Afrikaans Songs of All Time Friday, August 02, 2019 at 8:29 AM by Peris Walubengo 6 min read Music is highly placed in the life of an African since it is one of the integral parts of their culture. Over the years the Afrikaans tribe of South Africa has produced some of the best musicians who have confounded fans with their amazing hits in the unique Afrikaans language. Did you know that, fine music can always be defined by more than just the language it is sung in? Keep reading to discover the Top Afrikaans Songs of All Time. Read more: https://briefly.co.za/34552-top-afrikaans-songs-all-time.html
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List of South African musicians
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Afrotraction (Mzwandile Moya; born 1983), R&B and neo-soul musician and producer
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AKA (1988–2023), hip-hop artist and record producer
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aKing, acoustic rock band
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Akustika Chamber Singers, chamber choir from Pretoria
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Sizwe Alakine, Amapiano musician (aka Reason, rapper)
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Amampondo, traditional Xhosa percussion group from Cape Town
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Anatii (born 1993), hip-hop artist and record producer
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A-Reece (born 1997), hip-hop artist and lyricist
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Leigh Ashton (born 1956), singer-songwriter from Johannesburg
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Robin Auld, singer songwriter
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The Awakening, gothic rock
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Aymos, singer songwriter
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Julian Bahula (1938–2023), jazz drummer
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Ballyhoo, 1980s pop band best known for the hit "Man on the Moon"
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Leonel Bastos (born 1956), Mozambiquan adult contemporary musician and producer working in South Africa
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Battery 9, industrial music project from Johannesburg
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Amanda Black (born 1993), Afro-soul singer-songwriter
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BlackByrd, pop trio
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BLK JKS, rock band
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Elvis Blue, musician and songwriter
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Bongo Maffin, kwaito music group
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Boo!, band
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Boom Shaka, kwaito music group
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Stef Bos (born 1961), singer
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Cristina Boshoff (born 1980), folk pop singer and pianist
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Brasse Vannie Kaap, hip-hop group
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Bles Bridges (1947–2000), singer
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Bright Blue, 1980s pop band, best known for the hit song "Weeping"
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The Brother Moves On, performance art ensemble
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Buckfever Underground, folk/punk/art band
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Bucie (born 1987), R&B and soul singer
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Bulletscript, metal band
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Busiswa (born 1988), house musician
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Jonathan Butler (born 1961), singer-songwriter and guitarist
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Guy Buttery (born 1983), guitar player
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Adrienne Camp (born 1981), singer-songwriter
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Captain Stu, ska, funk, punk, and soul fusion band
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Arno Carstens (born 1972), former lead singer of Springbok Nude Girls
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Louise Carver (born 1979), folk rock singer-songwriter and pianist
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Cassette, rock band
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Cassper Nyovest (born 1990), rapper and record producer
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Tony Cedras (born 1952), musician
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Chad, (born 1993), rapper
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Yvonne Chaka Chaka (born 1965), singer
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Chris Chameleon (born 1971), solo artist, lead singer and bass guitarist for Boo
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Blondie Chaplin (born 1951), singer and guitarist
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Jesse Clegg (born 1988)
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Johnny Clegg (1953–2019)
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Clout, 1970s rock group
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Basil Coetzee (1944–1998), saxophonist
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Mimi Coertse (born 1932), soprano singer
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Fifi Cooper (born 1991), singer
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Tony Cox (born 1954), guitarist
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Crashcarburn, rock band
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Crossingpoint, Christian progressive hardcore band
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Cutting Jade, five-piece rock group
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Civil Twilight, four-piece rock band
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Crow Black Sky, black metal band
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Costa Titch (1995–2023), Amapiano rapper and dancer
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Covenant Voices, mass gospel choir with elements of traditional Zulu music, jazz, R&B and contemporary music
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Da L.E.S (born 1985), hip-hop artist
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Simphiwe Dana (born 1980)
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Danny K (Daniel Koppel), R&B singer-songwriter
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Kurt Darren, singer
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Pierre de Charmoy (born 1961), singer-songwriter
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Steven De Groote (1953–1989), classical pianist and winner of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition
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Fanie de Jager (born 1949), operatic tenor
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Die Heuwels Fantasties, Afrikaans rock band
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Bonginkosi Dlamini (born 1977), poet, actor and singer, also known as Zola
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Dollar Brand (born 1934)
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Donald (born 1985), singer
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Dorp, rock band
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Downfall, ska and punk band
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Dr Victor and the Rasta Rebels, reggae
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Jabulani Dubazana, singer, Ladysmith Black Mambazo
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Lucky Dube (1964–2007)
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Ampie du Preez, singer and guitarist
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Johnny Dyani (1945–1986), jazz double bassist
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DJ Speedsta, hip-hop DJ

AFRIKAANS MUSIC LINKS
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Top Afrikaans songs 2019
Afrikaans musicians have done an excellent job in releasing Top Afrikaans songs over the past couple of decades. Ranging from rock to electro and gospel, the mesmerizing Afrikaans hits have no doubt managed to give the world a fair dose of the sweet African musical flavor. It is on this note that we bring to you 10 of the Best Afrikaans songs of all time. Read also Jack Parow: Thrilling facts about the Afrikaans rap king
Die Antwoord - Cookie Thumper The rap hit song “Cookie Thumper”, which was released in 2014, has a whopping 35,700,991 views on YouTube and still counting. Sung by the famous South African rap-rave group Die Antwoord (Afrikaans for “The answer”) the song has been sending shockwaves both in mainstream and social media. The group Die Antwoord was founded in Cape Town in 2008, by rappers Yolandi Visser, Ninja and God (previously known as DJ Hi-Tek). The group’s image is premised on a counterculture movement popularly called Zef in South Africa.
Jack Parow - Cooler as Ekke This Hip-Hop/Rap hit song by Jack Parow was released in 2009, and it had hit three million views on YouTube by June 2015. Currently, the song has 4,450,570 views on YouTube and still going strong. Jack Parow is an acclaimed South African Afrikaans rapper who hails from Bellville, Western Cape. Read also Is Simphiwe Dana wedding any time soon? The rapper who is known to have started by rapping for a burger and a beer over 13 years ago is also well known for his role in the song “Die Vraaqstuk”, in collaboration with Die Heuwels Fantasies, with whom he also performed at the 2009 Oppikoppi Music Festival. “Cooler as eke,” Jack Parow’s debut single, has become his most identifiable song, getting a lot of airplay on 3fm - Dutch national radio station.
Tarryn Lamb – Mal Oor Jou The hit song “Mal Oor Jou” is found in Tarryn Lamb’s debut solo album named “Mal Oor Jou,” which was released in 2018 and as so far won three Ghoema Music Awards this year. Released on 10 August 2018, the song has already garnered 1,646,638 views on YouTube just one year down the line and promises to be a monster hit. Tarryn Lamb is a South African actor, pop singer, and songwriter, best known for her role as the lead singer in the band BlackByrd. The band has so far won 2 South African Music Awards. Read also Top 20 trending Blaq Diamond songs to listen to in 2022: latest and classic hits
Jack Parow ft. Francois van Coke - Dans Dans Dans This hit song by Jack Parow featuring the Fokofpolisiekar frontman Francois van Coke was released in Jack Parow’s self-titled studio album in 2010, and it so far has 1,973,630 views on YouTube. “Dans, Dans, Dans" which means "Dance, Dance, Dance" is one of the most popular Afrikaans songs in South Africa today. Released in the wake of Jack Parow’s highly successful debut single “Cooler as eke,” the song “Dans, Dans, Dans” has received favorable attention from Afrikaans songs lovers. Read also: Nasty C on lookalike, Nasty B: 'Maybe high key proud of brah'
Bok Van Blerk - De La Rey Bok van Blerk released the song "De la Rey" in 2006, and it became one of his best hit songs with a massive 1,973,630 views on YouTube currently and still counting. He characterizes the song as a stand against historical guilt. Read also What are the most popular Duncan songs and videos? The famous Afrikaans musician is on record saying that Young Afrikaners are tired of having the apartheid guilt trip shoved down their throats. “This song makes them proud of their heritage,” he added. Born Louis Pepler on March 30, 1978, Bok van Blerk shot into the limelight after his 2006 rendition of “De la Rey” by Johan Vorster and Sean Else.
Lianie May & Jay - Toe Stop My Hart - 2,113,359 views Released in 2009, the song “Toe Stop My Hart” is in the album “Boeremeisie." One of the most popular Afrikaanse songs, “Toe Stop My Hart” has hit a total of 2,113,359 views on YouTube and still counting. Lianie May launched her Afrikaans music career in 2007 with her debut album “Vergeet My Nie” (Forget Me Not). Together with Jay du Plessis, a renowned Afrikaans musician, they made “Toe Stop My Hart” one of the most sought after Afrikaans song of the recent past. Read also Top 20 bolobedu music jams from 2019 to 2020
Bok Van Blerk - Afrikanerhart - 1,277,773 views Another of Bok van Blerk’s massive hits is “Afrikanerhart," which currently has over 1, 277,770 views on YouTube. Released on 27 July 2009, under the Mozi Records label, it is one of the hit songs in the album “Afrikanerhart.” Bok van Blerk shot into fame in 2006 for his rendition of "De la Rey" by Sean Else and Johan Vorster, and he has since never looked back.
Kurt Darren - Kaptein - 403,842 views Released in 2008, this Afrikaans pop song is found in the album "Uit die diepte van my hart." The song has been enjoying fair airplay across South African FM stations, and so far, it is about to hit the half a million mark with a 403, 842 views on YouTube. Kurt Darren shot into the limelight when he recorded his number one hit song “Meisie Meisie,” which was immediately followed by a chain of other hits, including "Loslappie," "Sê Net Ja" and "Hemel Op Tafelberg." Read also Katlego Maboe biography
Steve Hofmeyr – Redgebed - 383,367 views The Afrikaans hit song “Redgebed,” which was released in 2017, was in the album “Skree.” The song is destined to be a huge success having garnered 383,367 views on YouTube up to date. Steve Hofmeyr, the writer, and composer of the hit song is arguably South Africa’s most successful musician. From his humble beginnings as an actor in the popular TV show "Agter Elke Man" then "Egoli" and eventually his TV show "Dis Hoe Dit Is Met Steve," (aired on Kyk Net) Steve has proven himself both as a formidable actor and prolific singer.
Elizma Theron – Marilyn Monroe 137,591 views Released in 2018, this particular song is in the album "Hierdie Hart Barand Liefde." The song has been getting fair airplay across radio and TV stations in South Africa, and it promises to be one huge hit. It was one of best Afrikaans songs 2018. Apart from singing Afrikaan songs, Elizma Theron also doubles up as a well-known actress. Read also Mandla Maphumulo biography: girlfriend, success story, life, and albums There is no doubt that Afrikaans music has been growing from strength to strength in the past two decades. Initially, the Afrikaan language was associated mainly with apartheid and “whiteness” in South Africa. However, this view has been gradually changing as more South Africans embrace diversity in the music industry, thanks to the top Afrikaans songs of all time, and music from other main South African languages that seem to enjoy acceptance across the race divide. Read more: https://briefly.co.za/34552-top-afrikaans-songs-all-time.html




















