Amapiano and 3 Step fans have another exciting collaboration to look forward to as Funky QLA, Babalwa M, Thukuthela and GL_Ceejay prepare to release their upcoming single, “Ixesha,” featuring Jazzwrld. The highly anticipated track is scheduled to arrive on Friday, October 30, 2026, with early previews already generating interest on social media.
Funky QLA recently took to Instagram to announce the release date, encouraging fans to get ready for the upcoming drop. Sharing the news, he wrote, “FRIDAY 30 OCT || PRE-SAVE LINK IN BIO ⏰.”
The announcement has added to the anticipation surrounding the collaboration, bringing together artists who have continued to make their mark on South Africa’s evolving Amapiano and soulful music landscape.
With Funky QLA, Babalwa M, Thukuthela and GL_Ceejay joining forces, “Ixesha” brings together a lineup capable of appealing to listeners who enjoy the melodic and vocal-driven side of the genre. The addition of Jazzwrld further builds interest around the single, with fans waiting to hear how the different artists’ contributions come together on the final release.
Although the song has yet to arrive on streaming platforms, snippets shared across social media have already begun attracting attention. The previews have given listeners an early taste of what to expect, helping build momentum ahead of Friday’s release.
Social media previews have become an important part of music rollouts, allowing artists to introduce new material and gauge audience reactions before the official launch. For “Ixesha,” the early teasers have helped put the collaboration on listeners’ radar before its arrival.
The release also gives the artists another opportunity to connect with their respective audiences through a joint offering. Collaborations remain a key part of the 3 Step and Amapiano scene, often bringing different sounds and creative approaches together while introducing artists to new listeners.
For Funky QLA, Babalwa M, Thukuthela and GL_Ceejay, the upcoming single is another addition to the steady stream of music keeping South African dance music moving. With Jazzwrld also credited on the track, listeners will be eager to discover the sound and direction of the finished record.
As the countdown to release day continues, fans can look forward to hearing “Ixesha” in full when it arrives this Friday, October 30. The single is shaping up to be a collaboration to watch as the artists prepare to bring their latest offering to streaming platforms.
Make sure to pre-save “Ixesha” ahead of its official release and stream the single when it drops.
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