South African award winning artist DJ Maphorisa is returning to his roots! In a surprising move, Amapiano pioneer DJ Maphorisa has announced his return to Afro music — the genre where his career began.

The producer and performer, also known as the Scorpion King, took to his Instagram Stories to share the news, writing: “Amapiano is in good hands. I’m going back to my roots, where it all started: AFRO!!!!!!”

Although he is best known for popularising Amapiano alongside the likes of Kabza De Small, Calvin Fallo and MDU aka TRP, DJ Maphorisa’s career predates the genre. He made his name in the Gqom scene and produced chart-topping hits such as "Midnight Starring” (with Busiswa, DJ Tira and Moonchild Sanelly), “Ngud” (with Kwesta and Cassper Nyovest), and the international hit “Particular”(with Major Lazer and Nasty C).

His musical adaptability has made him a sought-after producer across genres. But with Amapiano now “in good hands,” he says he is ready to revisit his Afro roots.

The shift has been met with widespread support from fans and fellow musicians. On Instagram, DJ Zinhle commented: “Let’s go.”

On X (formerly Twitter), the response was mixed but largely supportive. User Olfactory Scents wrote: “Yep, 3-step is popping now. He’s coming for all these small boys.” Another user, Sarabi, struck a more cautious tone: “Is it me or is he seeing a sinking ship? We’re having fewer bangers kwiPiano by the day.”

This may or may not be a permanent move back to the Afro genre but ine things for sure, Maphorisa will continue to deliver hit after hit!

Image: X

Source: IOL