MBABANE – Local Gospel music sensation Nothando Hlophe has cemented her position as a major force in the music industry with the success of her latest single, ‘Methodist Medley’.
The track, from her new album ‘A New Dawn’, was recorded on June 7, 2025 at the Mavuso Trade and Exhibition Centre and has made waves on social media, amassing six million views on YouTube. The song was a surprise drop two months ago that captivated many of Nothando Hlophe’s fans, who responded enthusiastically across various platforms.
While figures indicate that ‘Methodist Medley’ reached one million views within days of its release and continues to climb, this growth indicates the song’s appeal and Nothando Hlophe’s dedicated fan base. From the moment she announced the song’s availability on digital platforms, fans have been using the sound in TikTok challenges, playing it in their cars and commenting on her Facebook page that the song has become their anthem.
Expressing her excitement about the milestone when the song hit five million views a few days ago, Nothando Hlophe said, “ Five million views! The Methodist Medley has officially hit five million views on YouTube. So grateful to everyone who watched, shared and supported this journey. This is more than numbers itis faith, love and connection. Thank you for being part of this beautiful story” she said.
The success of ‘Methodist Medley’ follows the performance of her previously most streamed song, ‘Sithumela Wena’, from the same album. Released four months ago, the track has already surpassed one million views on YouTube, with many listeners internationally relating to the song. Social media posts show people using the sound globally, further proof of her international reach.

Local Gospel music sensation Nothando Hlophe .
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