Social Media Cringes at Young Stunna Calling Kabza De Small ‘Dad’: “What a Corny Dude”

Social Media Cringes at Young Stunna Calling Kabza De Small ‘Dad’: “What a Corny Dude”

  • Young Stunna is topping online trends over a video he posted of himself and his mentor Kabza De Small
  • The Amapiano vocalist showcased a sweet bonding moment between himself and his label boss playing a video game together
  • Sadly, the wholesome video did not land well on social media as Stunna was soon slammed for calling his boss "Dad"

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Young Stunna posted a video of himself and Kabza De Small
Young Stunna continues to express his admiration for Kabza De Small. Images: youngstunna_rsa, kabelomotha_.
Source: Instagram

South African singer Young Stunna recently shared a video of a wholesome moment he shared with his mentor and label boss, Kabza De Small.

In the clip, posted on Stunna's Instagram story on 11 September 2025, the Amapiano stars can be seen in a living room playing a boxing video game.

The Adiwele hitmaker noted the significance of the time he spent with Kabza, highlighting that he never got to have moments like those with his biological father:

"Sparring with my Dad. Things I never experienced as a lil kid. Kid in me happy as hell."

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Kabza, whom Stunna affectionately refers to as "dad", has been noted for the positive influence he has had on the singer's career, both by fans and Stunna himself.

Young Stunna posted a bonding moment between himself and Kabza De Small
Young Stunna shared a wholesome video with his "dad" and mentor Kabza De Small. Image: youngstunna_rsa
Source: Instagram

Briefly News previously reported on Young Stunna explaining why he calls Kabza his dad. He highlighted the fatherly role he played not only in his life but in other people's lives as well.

Though heartwarming, the video seemingly rubbed social media users the wrong way, many of whom took to the comments section to share their controversial takes.

Watch Young Stunna and Kabza's video below, posted by TheYanosUpdate:

Fans react to Young Stunna's caption

Online users shared their thoughts on Young Stunna and Kabza De Small's relationship. Read their comments below:

ziikho_ slammed Young Stunna:

"Calling a man eight years older than you 'Dad.' What a corny dude."

moose_rsa said:

"Calling another broer 'Daddy' is crazy."

tshoanelo__ laughed:

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"When he says 'My dad,' he's referring to Motha? Plz."

katleho_villain wrote:

"Young Stunna gotta chill with this dad gimmick, man."

NOKOSEKOKOTLA added:

"Low-key Stunna has daddy issues."

okitsm3 posted:

"We get that he gave him a platform and basically birthed him. Mara, it's so cringe now calling him dad. 'Pops' was still ok."
Online users weighed in on Kabza De Small's relationship with Young Stunna
Social media users cringed at Young Stunna calling Kabza De Small his dad. Image: youngstunna_rsa
Source: Instagram

Meanwhile, others said that the term was fitting considering that Kabza was instrumental in making Young Stunna who he is today, from his days hustling as a street performer to becoming a globally recognised superstar.

_DimphoM said:

"This man changed his life, took him in and let him live with him. Took care of him AND made him a millionaire. I get it."

____justsihle defended Young Stunna:

"Eyi, man, Kabza quite literally changed this broer's life, allow it."

DenverReprisal added:

"I mean, what's there to hate? Lil bro just loves Kabza and sees him as a father figure. Nothing wrong there."

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Cassper Nyovest calls out his best friend

In an earlier report, Briefly News shared online reactions to Cassper Nyovest calling out his best friend Carpo.

The rapper was recorded during a livestream, confronting his friend for being disrespectful towards him and seemingly overlooking it.

Source: Briefly News

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Moroba Moroeng (Entertainment editor) Moroba Maepa, née Moroeng, is an entertainment editor at Briefly News and a University of Johannesburg alumni (Public Relations and Communications, 2018). She was the editor for HipHop Africa, where she honed her proofreading, leadership, and content management skills. Having begun her career as a content writer for Slikour OnLife, Moroba has eight years of experience as a writer specialising in music journalism and entertainment. She joined Briefly News in 2023 and completed a set of training courses by the Google News Initiative. Email: moroba.moroeng@briefly.co.za