Maphorisa says South Africans gave Nigerians green light to use Amapiano
Today, South African DJ Maphorisa said South Africans gave Nigerians the 'green light' to use Amapiano, citing the hit 'Sponono' featuring Kabza De Small, Burna Boy and Wizkid as the track that opened the door. He noted the collaboration exposed Amapiano to a wider Nigerian audience and praised Nigerian music figures like Don Jazzy, D'banj, P-Square and Davido for influencing him, describing Nigerians as 'very smart and very aggressive.'
This cross-border validation matters because it acknowledges Nigerian artistes' role in shaping Amapiano, a genre that continues to grow locally and internationally. For Nigerian creators, it signals opportunities to collaborate further with South African producers and to integrate Amapiano elements into their work, potentially expanding their reach and earnings.
Streaming platforms report a 30% increase in Amapiano plays by Nigerian listeners over the last six months, reflecting rising domestic demand.
Will you explore Amapiano collaborations, incorporate its sound into your music, or support local artistes pushing the genre forward?