South African Amapiano powerhouse Lady Du has once again proven that support and unity among female artists in the music industry are essential. In a heartfelt social media post, she gave fellow singer Babalwa M her flowers, stating that she was more deserving of the Best Female Artist of the Year award at the recent Metro FM Music Awards.
Babalwa M was nominated in the highly competitive Best Female Artist category at the 2025 Metro FM Awards, which were held at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga. Although she didn’t walk away with the trophy, she left a lasting impression with her powerful live performance of fan favorites “Bo Thata” and “Sukakude.” Her stage presence, vocals, and energy won over the crowd and many fans online.
Among those singing Babalwa M’s praises was Lady Du, who took to her Instagram Stories to express her admiration for the artist. She wrote:
“Babalwa M is the GOAT here noma singa thini 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 To me she is the best female!!!”
The statement sparked positive reactions across social media, with fans applauding Lady Du for lifting another woman in the industry and recognizing pure talent over competition. Many echoed Lady Du’s sentiments, highlighting that Babalwa M has consistently delivered quality music and compelling live performances.
Lady Du, who is known not only for her hits but also for her vocal advocacy for women in the industry, has always encouraged solidarity over rivalry. Her support for Babalwa M is a reminder that recognition can come from peers, even when official awards may not reflect the same sentiment.
With new projects reportedly in the works for both Lady Du and Babalwa M, fans can only hope for a potential collaboration between these two powerhouses in the near future — one that would surely shake the industry.
