Oriiginelle collaborates with SA's Jay Jody

MBABANE – Oriiginelle has teamed up with South African rapper Jay Jody to release a vibrant new single titled ‘Nguwe’.

The track is already making waves and is expected to become a favourite among Hip Hop fans. The collaboration showcases a fusion of local talent with an influential South African artist, reflecting the growing musical ties between the two nations. ‘Nguwe’ captures themes of love and life, resonating deeply with listeners.

Oriiginelle shared her thoughts on the song, saying: “Firstly, very huge thank you to Trentnicks for the beautiful art cover.

“I am very fortunate to have the time to step back, experience life, especially the beautiful aspects of it and capture it with words and melodies.

Experience

“I am more fortunate to experience such an intentional and safe love. When you get the chance, please fall in love fully. This thing is beautiful, highly recommended. Thank you guys for sharing yourselves with me in this life. What we managed to do here is quite epic if I do say so myself.”

Phologo Judah Mataboge, better known as Jay Jody, is a prominent figure in South African Hip Hop. Born in Pretoria, he gained recognition as part of the Rap duo B3nchMarQ. He is also a talented songwriter, singer and producer. Jay Jody’s career highlights include his collaborative album with his younger brother A-Reece titled ‘Heaven Can Wait: The Narrow Door Volume 1’, which was released on December 10, 2021.

His influence in the South African music scene is significant. Having collaborated with high-profile artists such as Wrecking Crew and A-Reece, Jay Jody’s name carries weight. His involvement in the ‘Nguwe’ project provides Oriiginelle with a unique opportunity to expand her reach beyond Eswatini’s borders. This partnership is seen as a strategic move to introduce her sound to a broader audience, both locally and regionally.

Collaboration

This collaboration signifies a step forward in the country’s Hip Hop scene. It demonstrates that local artists are increasingly gaining access to international collaborations, which enrich the local music landscape.

The new song also got recognised by Hip Hop Africa and Spotify Africa, where it debuted under ‘Hip Hop Circle’ playlist. Worth mentioning, Oriiginelle has been pulling the strings in the industry as she recently worked with the likes of DJ Pack, ZuluMecca and SlikourOnLife to name a few.

The release of ‘Nguwe’ reflects the importance of cross-border collaborations in today’s music industry. It shows how artists from different backgrounds can come together to produce something that resonates on a larger scale. With Oriiginelle’s unique sound and Jay Jody’s established reputation, the single is poised to receive significant airplay and streaming attention.

Collaborations like this serve as inspiration for upcoming artists. They prove that with dedication and the right connections, local talent can reach new heights. Oriiginelle’s partnership with Jay Jody on ‘Nguwe’ is a milestone for Eswatini’s Hip Hop community. It showcases the country’s growing presence on the regional music map and offers fans fresh, exciting sounds.

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