Mzansi musician Sjava, real name Jabulani Hadebe, topped the trends list with the release of his 18-track album, Isibuko. Translated as ‘Mirror’, Sjava features artists such as former Ambitiouz Entertainment label mates Emtee and Saudi, as well as his record label signee 1020 Cartel’s Anzo and many others.
When the album was released on Friday, it occupied the Spotify Africa charts.
Good afternoon ❤️@SpotifyAfrica charts this afternoon.
Naze nasenz’abantu ❤️#isibuko #sjava https://t.co/AudXtVYHEC pic.twitter.com/glHvAkYnd1
— 1020 Cartel (@1020cartel) January 28, 2023
In a press statement, Sjava speaks on Isibuko and like a mirror, he said it reflects on his past and the journey he undertook as a musician.
“This album is a reflection of my journey over the last few years and speaks to my experiences and growth as a person and as a musician. Musically it is a continuation of the process that began with the Umsebenzi EP/Deluxe, and I hope my supporters enjoy the body of work.
“I know it’s been a while, but I trust that the album will be worth the wait. Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the last eight years of my career, and I look forward to continuing this musical journey together in the future,” she said.
Mzansi cannot stop raving about the album and how Sjava delved into his soft side and gave a raw performance.
Even his former record label Ambitiouz Entertainment gave Sjava his flowers and encouraged people to go and stream the album.
“Sniper on the Roof” didn’t Miss #isibuko is an instant Classic .
Go get it!!!!!https://t.co/PGIHu6zwbc pic.twitter.com/m6fmNRT2Cw
— Ambitiouz Ent (@Ambitiouz_Ent) January 27, 2023
Here are some of the tweets:
Cancel Culture almost robbed us a National Treasure #Isibuko #Sjava pic.twitter.com/z2rM95axzO
— RASHID KAY™ (@rashid_kay) January 27, 2023
When #Sjava wrote Amavaka song, his pen wasn’t working. he had to use his blood and sweat #Isibuko album pic.twitter.com/RE9isEqXLF
— Abongile98.B (@Abongile98B) January 29, 2023
From ikhandlela cover to i album enkulu kangaka ❤️ Ngiyabonga #Thixo #Sjava pic.twitter.com/aJoA1i6BGX
— Nontokozo Mkhizeh (@NontokozoMkhiz9) January 27, 2023
Many of us find comfort in this song bc we relate so much❤️ #Sjava pic.twitter.com/BBhugdGkB9
— ZamaGubevuMaduna❤️ (@TFaightsow) January 29, 2023
this man is not of this earth!!! Honestly his gift is to heal & teach chaa nangu bhuti bho. syabonga Bafo #Sjava pic.twitter.com/8WDhQJJnKD
— ZamaGubevuMaduna❤️ (@TFaightsow) January 29, 2023
Give this man his flowers #Sjava#Isibuko pic.twitter.com/gJt268ES1K
— LunarChild (@QueenKanjah) January 28, 2023
#Sjava Amavaka is the song for me , @Sjava_atm you delivered here. iyona grootman’ pic.twitter.com/hcu6tJTHay
— ___somnyama (@PrinceOnetime) January 29, 2023
Give #Sjava any beat, he will deliver…
“Idlozi liyaphilisa” @Sjava_atm pic.twitter.com/tReNC815eD— uBLOSÉ NDELU (@BLOSE_ZN) January 29, 2023
I’ve been streaming #sjava for 3 days straight. I can’t live without this new album: #isibuko pic.twitter.com/CZhR39PUtt
— Nelly Nkosi (@NeliSuperStar) January 29, 2023
In other news – RHOJ star Christall Kay needs financial help
Christall Kay cried out for help as she is on the verge of bankruptcy. I’ m really desperate for a gig at this point I can take anything, if there is anyone out there with a gig for me, I would be happy to take it,” she tells ZiMoja. The reality TV star sold her house to businesswoman Kim Bubu who moved-in in 2020 and paid R5 million deposit, but Kim has failed to do the needful after settling in.
“I gave her notice of cancellation in terms of the contract when no payment was forthcoming. She had already been given a 3-month extension. She didn’t pay an installment and tried to pay the last amount through a bond. But this was a cash agreement; it was never a bond agreement,” Kay says. Kay’s mansion was listed on Property24 in 2017 selling for R18.5 million. Learn more
