5 Amapiano Artists Who Dominated 2022. The year 2022 has been flooded with back-to-back amapiano hits as ‘piano artists made significant strides towards the growth and expansion of the genre. The sound continues to travel and make waves across the world and, though it won’t happen overnight, the globalisation of ‘piano is in full effect. “Amapiano To The World” is no longer just a catchy-phrase but a mantra many artists are working towards.
1. Kabza De Small
Kabza De Small has maintained his place as the biggest Amapiano hitmaker in the country. Last year, he collaborated on the hits “Asibe Happy” and “Abalele” with Ami Faku and DJ Maphorisa, and “Adiwele” with Young Stunna. The songs have still dominated 2022. He has also followed up with new releases and mixes with Mdu aka TRP, Boohle, Mhaw Keys, and more
2 Young Stunna
Last year, Young Stunna surfaced out of nowhere on the wings of Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa and became one of the year’s biggest successes. He dropped the chart-topping debut album “Notumato” and gained praise for it. He kicked off 2022 with the most played song on South African Radio “Adiwele” featuring Kabza De Small. And yes, he has appeared in many new entries too.
3 Boohle
“Siyathandana” star, Boohle has remained an amazing singer to follow this year. She has gained more praise in the industry collaborating on new songs with Kabza De Small, Mdu aka TRP, Gaba Cannal, and more. She recently collaborated with Mellow & Sleazy on “Ungowami” featuring Dinky Kunene & Djy Ma’Ten.
4 Paballo Basetsana Mothapo, better known by her stage name as Pabi Cooper, is a South African dancer and singer best known for her hit tune Isphithiphithi, which features Joocy, Reece Madlisa, and Busta 929. The star had a great 2022, from launching her own record label, to international gigs, to winning awards, and releasing bangers that are greatly being enjoyed in clubs.
5 Mellow & Sleazy
Undeniably the most talked-about duo in the country right now, this list would not be perfect without them. While they have continued to deliver, fans are anticipating the release of their new EP. They have dished jams with Focalistic, Daliwonga, Sir Trill, Murumba Pitch, and more.
