“Kuphuka Cocomelon”: Young Girl Wows SA With Smooth Amapiano and Old School House DJ Mix
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- A young girl captured South Africa’s attention after confidently mixing old school house with 3-step amapiano, creating a moment that felt nostalgic yet fresh
- Her casual performance impressed many viewers, who were surprised by her skill level and how naturally she handled the decks despite her young age
- The clip drew strong engagement online as people celebrated her talent and enjoyed seeing the younger generation embrace local music culture
South Africans loved seeing a young girl confidently mix old school house with 3-step amapiano, turning her casual performance into a feel-good online moment.
Source: TikTok
A TikTok video posted publicly by @khanyi.msweli on 9 October 2025 has charmed thousands of South Africans after showing a young girl, estimated to be around 11 or 12 years old, confidently mixing old school house with a smooth 3-step amapiano beat. The video, shared publicly by an adult on the platform, captured the girl working the decks with surprising precision as she blended the two genres in a way that felt both nostalgic and fresh. It quickly drew attention because of how naturally she handled the transitions, as if she had been DJing for years. The moment also sparked interest because it showcased how younger kids are leaning into the amapiano movement and shaping it in their own creative ways.
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In the video, user @khanyi.msweli is seen nodding to the rhythm while switching between tracks like a seasoned performer, which added to the charm of the moment. Her confidence behind the decks made viewers feel like they were watching the early stages of someone who genuinely loves music and understands how to carry a crowd, even if she was performing in a more casual setting. The way she connected old school house to the new wave of 3-step amapiano also impressed South Africans who grew up on the older genre and appreciated the blend. Many users admired how the performance showed both creativity and cultural awareness, especially in a country where musical evolution happens fast and publicly.
SA celebrates the rising DJ talent online
As the clip circulated, it gained strong traction, collecting more than 13,000 likes and over 600 comments from people who were blown away by her skill. South Africans shared it widely across their pages because the performance felt refreshing, uplifting and fun to watch. It held attention for longer than the usual short TikTok clip because viewers kept replaying the transitions and admiring the unexpected mix of genres.
The reactions were nothing short of full-on support, with people expressing admiration for the girl’s rhythm, her confidence and her ability to make the mix sound effortless. Some viewers felt a sense of pride seeing someone so young embracing such a rooted part of South African music culture, while others simply enjoyed how playful and joyful the moment felt. Many said it brightened their day and reminded them of how music continues to bring people together regardless of age. The overall mood was warm, proud and excited to see where her talent could take her in future.
Source: TikTok
Here's what Mzansi had to say
Taque618 wrote:
“DJ Roomza was found shaking.”
Simos Muntu said:
“Bese kuthiwa asiyeke utshwala kusanethalente elinje eMzansi. 🤣 Translation: Then they tell us to stop drinking when there’s talent like this in South Africa.”
Kumnkani Siko🇿🇦 wrote:
“Girl Girl.”
S.I.H wrote:
“Dear parents, senilibole talent lakhe kuthi likuphi please take care of my future, best DJ, producer, please. 👌 Translation: Dear parents, you’ve hidden her talent, where is it? Please take care of my future favourite DJ and producer.”
Sibs said:
“Iyadlala icocomelon madoda.🔥👊🏾”
Siviwe Mthimkhulu asked:
“My son's birthday is coming up. Booking information ithini? Translation: What is the booking information?”
Sebolai🇿🇦 asked:
“Where is her next gig? 🔥”
Patrick wrote:
“I know an account that's gonna use this sound and say ‘DJ roomza’ is cooking. 🔥”
Check out the TikTok video below:
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Source: Briefly News
