Scotts Maphuma appears to be in full damage control mode after facing massive public backlash for his controversial comments about fans. The Amapiano hitmaker, who found himself in hot water following a now-viral interview on L-Tido’s podcast, has been spotted smiling and warmly taking pictures with fans—an action many believe is a sharp turnaround from his previous dismissive attitude.
The drama began when Scotts Maphuma boldly stated that he had no time to take photos with fans, insisting he “doesn’t owe them anything.” The comments sparked outrage across South Africa, with many music lovers calling for a boycott of his performances and songs. Some even went as far as encouraging venues to cancel his bookings, a move that eventually led to Vogue Lounge in Rustenburg pulling the plug on his scheduled appearance.
Now, in what seems to be an effort to repair his image, Scotts has been spotted engaging with fans and posing for selfies with a wide smile. This public display of humility comes shortly after the artist issued an official apology statement, acknowledging his mistake and vowing to reconnect with his supporters.
In his statement, he wrote:
“I want to sincerely apologize for my recent actions and words which disrespected and disappointed many of you. I lost perspective and take full responsibility. I now understand the importance of staying grounded and connected to those who make the journey possible.”
However, social media remains divided. While some fans are glad to see the artist attempting to make amends, others have labelled his actions as a PR stunt, questioning the sincerity of both the apology and the recent fan photos. One user commented, “Where was this energy before the backlash? Now he’s suddenly everyone’s best friend.”
Despite the criticism, Scotts has received support from major industry figures, including DJ Maphorisa, who took to X/Twitter to blame podcasts for damaging artists emotionally and financially. Artists like Black Coffee, Makhadzi, and Oskido have also extended support to the embattled star.
As the dust settles, only time will tell whether Scotts Maphuma’s efforts to reconcile with fans are enough to truly regain their trust—or if the damage is already done.
Scott Maphuma beams with joy as he poses for a photo with a fan. pic.twitter.com/FrpDXH9PxV
— MDN NEWS (@MDNnewss) May 8, 2025
