South Africa Gives Kwaito Legend Mduduzi “M’du” Masilela His Flowers: “The Godfather”

• Kwaito legend Mduduzi “M’du” Masilela received his flowers from South African supporters
• The Sabela hitmaker's name was mentioned on social media as fans named some of his best songs
• Briefly News reached out to the Kwaito star about the overwhelming love and support he has received from social media users

South Africans recently gave flowers to one of the country's most-celebrated Kwaito stars, Mduduzi "M'du" Masilela.

On 19 August 2025, Twitter (X) user Bash_Shabs82 called to give the star his flowers by urging followers to name one of his best songs:

"Name one banger from this legend."

The legendary musician rose to prominence in the 1990s with his unique style of Kwaito music, both as a vocalist and producer. Hits like Chomi Yabana and Sabela quickly became fan-favourites and solidified Masilela's place in the Kwaito history books.

In his decades-long career, the 55-year-old has released multiple albums and collaborated with notable artists in the South African music industry, including Trompies and the late Kwaito star Mandoza.

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In 2024, he also collaborated with singer Zonke Dinaka, who sampled one of his hit songs.

Though no longer releasing music, the self-proclaimed Godfather of Kwaito has not stopped performing some of his hits. He is embraced not only by fans who grew up to his music, but also by the younger generation of Kwaito lovers.

He told Briefly News that the love he receives from fans keeps him grounded:

"Love is a wonderful thing, so pure and true. I feel truly blessed. It keeps me grounded and brings me so much joy. Genuine love is like a fountain of youth; it keeps me healthy and young at heart. I am grateful every day for the love I give and receive."

Find out which M'du Masilela songs fans love

South African social media users named their favourite songs by M'du. His influence on Kwaito can still be felt today, with many young artists citing him as an inspiration. Read some of their comments.

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siya_sims95 said:

"His entire catalogue, but for me, Siya Jola (Oksalayo) is the one."

Fenyi recalled:

"There was a song of his that my close friend entered the venue with, that I'd never heard before that day: 'Impitji yam ya chata namhlanje.'"

Katli_T wrote:

"There are too many to mention! I wonder why this OG doesn’t do interviews. There’s so much to be told, we need the godfather to unpack a whole lot of stories. I know @DavidMashabela can make it happen."

Kgomotso_Neto praised M'du:

"Mdu was definitely ahead of his time, listen to 'Y U4 Me - Drum n Bass Mix,' released 1998 on the M’du or Die album."

fizzxdese named:

"Chomi Yabana!"

LimpopoDaddy was impressed:

"It blows my mind even more that most of Mdu Masilela's beats, he produced himself in the 80s. Cutting the piano himself without the help of a MacBook! The original Kanye West!"

Mafa6232 added:

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"His catalogue is just awesome, I'll choose Kunje Nje."

KgosanaLebo noted:

"Mabankbook! The beat was used by Okmalumkoolcat on 100K Macasette. Every time I hear it, I lose my morals."

Cassper Nyovest song dominates global chart

In an earlier report, Briefly News shared online reactions to Cassper Nyovest's song becoming one of the most-streamed South African songs in the world.

Despite initial criticism of the track, fans said Mufasa has once again proven that he is a musical genius and that the numbers were an indicator.

Source: Briefly News