TxC have another major reason to celebrate. The South African DJ and producer duo have officially reached a new milestone after the music video for their chart-topping collaboration Nakupenda surpassed 20 million views on YouTube. The achievement adds another impressive chapter to the song’s remarkable success since its release and highlights its growing appeal across Africa and beyond.
One half of the award-winning duo, Tarryn Reid shared the exciting news with supporters on Instagram, thanking everyone who has continued to stream and support the record. The post celebrated the latest achievement while recognising the fans who have helped turn the single into one of the biggest releases in TxC’s catalogue.
“We hit 20M! Thank you Nakupendents! ❤️” The Instagram post quickly attracted congratulatory comments from fans and fellow artists, with many celebrating how far the song has travelled since it first arrived. Reaching 20 million YouTube views is another significant accomplishment for a record that has continued to connect with audiences in different parts of the continent.
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Released as the lead single from their Straata EP, Nakupenda brought together an exciting lineup featuring Davido, Shoday, Scotts Maphuma, Zlatan and Al Xapo. Blending the vibrant energy of Amapiano with Afrobeats influences, the collaboration introduced a sound that resonated with listeners across multiple markets and quickly became a favourite on streaming platforms.
The success of the single has extended well beyond YouTube. It has amassed more than 37 million streams on Spotify worldwide while also enjoying remarkable support in Nigeria, where it reached millions of streams within a short period. Those achievements reflect the song’s wide appeal and the growing connection between South African and West African music.
For TxC, made up of childhood friends Tarryn Reid and Clairise Hefke, the milestone is another reminder of how far their journey has come. After developing their skills together and building their careers with dedication, the duo have established themselves as one of Amapiano’s leading acts. Their growing international profile was further cemented when they became the first female DJ duo to win the BET Award for Best New International Act.
As Nakupenda continues to attract listeners around the world, the record remains one of the defining releases from the Straata EP and an important moment in TxC’s expanding catalogue. With 20 million YouTube views now secured and streaming numbers continuing to climb, the duo have another memorable achievement to celebrate alongside the supporters who have been part of the journey from the very beginning.
