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^ a b 'Mafikizolo return with a vengeance?'. 'Reunited Mafikizolo are back with a bang'. ^ a b c d e Owen, Therese (13 March 2013). Track listing, covers, and remixes No.Ĭharts and certifications Weekly charts Chart (2013) In April 2014, Nigerian rapper Lyrikal released 'Khona Gongo (freestyle)', a song from his second mixtape O.C.D (2014). Ghanaian rapper Guru also released his own rendition of the song. Nigerian artist Terry G released a cover of 'Khona', titled 'Ora'. Nigerian record producer Samklef created his version of the song by interpolating the original instrumental. 'Khona' has been remixed and covered by established and promising acts in Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa. In addition, the radio version was played on several radio stations in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa and Ghana. The album's version of the song differs from the radio version. YearĪlbum version, radio version, and covers 'Khona' and its music video were nominated in the Song of the Year and Best Video of the Year categories at the 2014 African Muzik Magazine Awards Mafikizolo won the Best Collabo award for collaborating with Uhuru. It won Song of the Year at the 2014 MTV Africa Music Awards. 'Khona' earned Mafikizolo nominations in the Best African Act categories at the 2013 MOBO Awards and MTV Europe Music Awards. Moreover, the music video won Best African Act Video at the 5th edition of the 4Syte TV Music Awards. The music video for 'Khona' won Most Gifted Dance Video and was nominated for Most Gifted Video of the Year at the 10th Annual Channel O Music Video Awards, which took place at the Walter Sisulu Square on November 30, 2013. Nhlanhla commented on Mafikizolo's new image, saying, 'With Reunited we are inspired by the white 1950s and 1960s culture of roller skates and drive-ins and diners.' 
One of the things we are worried about is that the new sound is young.' In addition to bringing about a new sound, the duo also revamped their physical image.
Oskido wasn’t sure about the direction and neither were we. Commenting on their newly discovered sound, Nhlanhla said, 'We had Afro-pop songs, but we also wanted a fresh sound. The duo opted for a fresh sound to complement their return to the South African Music Industry. In a nutshell, 'Khona' blends West African sounds with African house instrumentals. Prior to releasing 'Khona', Mafikizolo were precisely known for putting out wedding-inspired themes. The release of 'Khona' marked the official reunion of the singing duo, who took significant time off to work on their solo careers. 'Khona' was written and composed in Zulu by Theo Kgosinkwe, Nhlanhla Nciza and Uhuru.
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