Umbayimbayi
"Umbayimbayi" is a debut single by South African duo Inkabi Zezwe released on March 24, 2023, through Warner, as album's lead single from upcoming debut studio album Ukhamba.[1] Written by Sjava, Big Zulu and production was handled by Xowla.
| "Umbayimbayi" | |
|---|---|
| Single | |
| from the album Ukhamba | |
| Released | March 24, 2023 |
| Length | 3:50 |
| Label | Warner |
| Songwriter(s) | Jabulani Hadebe Siyabonga Nene |
| Producer(s) | Xowla |
It debuted number one and number 2 in South Africa and Swaziland consecutively. The song was certified 2× platinum in South Africa
Commercial performance
The song debuted at number one on iTunes Top 50 & Spotify Top 100 South Africa consecutively.[2] 18 days after the release was certified platinum in South Africa.[3][4]
Certification and sales
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa (RISA)[5] | 2× Platinum | 40,000* |
|
* Sales figures based on certification alone. | ||
Release history
| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 24 March 2023 | Original | Warner |
References
- Banda, Clive (March 18, 2023). "Sjava & Big Zulu Gear Up To Release A Joint Music Project". SA Hip Hop Mag.
- Tshambuluka, Sinazo (March 28, 2023). ""Khuphukani": SA proud of Sjava and Big Zulu's song reaching number 1 on Spotify". Briefly.
- "Big Zulu & Sjava's 'Umbayimbayi' Hits Gold Status In SA". slikouronlife.co.za.
- https://slikouronlife.co.za/blog/24176/inkabi-zezwes-umbayimbayi-certified-platinum
- "South Africa certifications". Recording Industry of South Africa. Retrieved April 12, 2023.
- https://music.apple.com/us/album/umbayimbayi-single/1675863713
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