Sjava vs Big Zulu: Mzansi debates who the better storyteller is

Sjava vs Big Zulu: Mzansi debates who the better storyteller is

- South Africans have had a heated debate over who the best storyteller in the rap game is

- Many Mzansi social media users were torn between Zakwe, Duncan, Big Zulu and Sjava

- As the debate raged on, it ended up being a fierce battle between the KZN-born musicians Sjava and Big Zulu

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Mzansi social media users love both Sjava and Big Zulu. The musicians have offered music that has depth and tells stories.

One particular social media user took to Twitter to start a debate about who the best musical storyteller in Mzansi was. In his list he included Sjava, Big Zulu, Zakwe and Duncan.

The post led to fierce debate as fans shared their thoughts.

In the end, it became a stiff competition between Sjava and Big Zulu but it appears the Umcebo hitmaker emerged victorious, however the jury is still out. Twitter user Chrisexcel said:

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“Skhuva Story telling is out of these world...He takes you all the Journey and you can feel he knows what he's talking about...Guys let's respect Skhuva.”

Cellular_jnr said:

“Sjava is simply out of this world.. Let's not lie to each other. This guy is also versatile. He can rap, he can go soul, he can go Mas'kandi. He's just super talented.”

Snapper_Londa said:

“The two guys who just released an album together know how to tell any kasi story in any song, not taking anything away from Sjava and Big Zulu but Duncan and Zakwe spin that gusheshe with you in it saying ishaye in a song.”

Nnanna8765 said:

“Leave this to Sjava. Let's not start comparing Sjava_atm is the king.”
Sjava vs Big Zulu: Mzansi debates who the better storyteller is
Sjava and Big Zulu are fan favourites when it comes to storytelling. Image: @bigzulu_zn @sjava_atm
Source: Instagram

Meanwhile Briefly.co.za previously reported that Sjava has shared how he’s making his music more accessible to deaf people. The musician took to social media to share that his music videos will have sign language interpretation from now on.

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The move was inspired by Sjava wanting deaf people to also get a chance to appreciate his craft.

His post read:

“Good morning I have always wanted to do this it’s finally happening going forward all my music videos will include sign language for deaf people to understand as well what I am saying in my music.”

His brilliant move was well-received by social media users, who praised him for his inclusive thinking. Twitter user Thembalethu_00 said:

“He actually wants to impart information (the message behind his songs) to deaf people.. it's actually not about the beats.”

Cellular_ZA said:

“Wena bafo you're too much.. Wenza kakhulu. Can't wait to see the music video.”

Mbongeni1779 said:

“YesSir really appreciate this move , God bless you for catering for the hearing impaired people #specialneeds #disability is not an inability.”

Luvuyo6029 said:

“That's some new vision my brother. You taking care of the culture, introducing this to Sony entertainment should be your next move.”

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NOMFEEZUS said:

“This is amazing. There's so much inclusivity & versatility in your craft. You’re incredible.”

TailorSims said:

“Broooooo this is a golden idea damn , this could be international.”

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Source: Briefly News

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Sibusisiwe Lwandle (Head of Entertainment) Sibusisiwe Lwandle is the Head of Entertainment at Briefly News (joined in 2019). She holds one Bachelor of Arts (BA) and one Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from the University of Cape Town and the University of KZN respectively. She has over 10 years of experience in journalism, having worked in print, online and broadcast media. She has worked at Independent Media and 1KZNTV and has contributed columns to the Washington Post. Passed set of trainings by Google News Initiative. Email: sibusisiwe.lwandle@briefly.co.za

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