Rising South African star Khanyisa is back with EP ‘Softer’

South African singer/musician and influencer Khanyisa releases her new EP, ‘Softer’, via Ziiki Media.

The five-track EP is a heartfelt project showcasing Khanyisa's incredible versatility as an artist. On ‘Softer’, she invites listeners into her world, exploring themes of vulnerability and emotional growth, revealing a softer side, and, in turn, her unique ability to evoke powerful emotions and blend genres around a base of amapiano and Afropop.

Featuring big collaborations with the likes of Visca & Rivalz, Leemckrazy and Marcus MC, each track on the EP delves into deeper feelings and intimate soundscapes, allowing Khanyisa to connect with her audience on a personal level. From soaring vocals, like on ‘Ngmalda’, to more intimate moments like ‘2k’thele’, the EP’s full of insanely catchy hooks and raw, honest lyrics, all delivered in Khanyisa’s native Xhosa language as well as English.

‘Come Duze’ is an essential highlight on the EP for fans of Black Coffee or Keinemusik, thanks to its emotive afrohouse-leaning offerings. This romantic song is a poignant plea for connection, urging a lover to close the emotional distance between them. It beautifully captures the essence of longing and affection, making it relatable to anyone who has experienced love's challenges.

Khanyisa, hailing from the province of Mpumalanga in Eastern South Africa, has quickly established herself since launching her music career in 2021. Known for her powerful vocal delivery and relatable lyrics, she’s collaborated with notable names like Mr. JazziQ and Lady Du, producing hit tracks such as ‘Bheka Mina Ngedwa’ and ‘Jikeleza’. With her authentic sound and engaging presence, she’s amassed a substantial following, including over 1.7 million followers on TikTok and over 860K on Instagram.