The Amapiano smash hit “Mnike” has been dominating dance floors and social media, but behind the scenes, a heated dispute has erupted between Tyler ICU and fellow producer Nandipha808. The song, which has sparked viral TikTok challenges and topped charts across South Africa, is now the center of controversy as Nandipha808 claims he was not credited for his role in producing the track.
According to reports from Zimoja, tensions between the two producers boiled over when Nandipha808 confronted Tyler ICU about being excluded from the song’s credits. Nandipha claims that he played a significant role in producing the track, but his name does not appear alongside Tyler ICU’s in the credits. “They had a massive argument about why Nandipha808 wasn’t credited for his work. Tyler can’t offer an explanation as to why he didn’t credit him for the song. This is why Nandipha is so peeved,” an insider revealed.
The lack of credit is more than just a bruised ego for Nandipha808; it has financial implications. Without proper credit as a producer, Nandipha808 is not entitled to royalties or financial compensation from the song’s success. Another source stated, “He won’t make any money whatsoever, because he is not credited as the one who produced the song, which is one of the things that upset him.”
Despite the heated exchange, the issue remains unresolved. Insiders suggest that Tyler ICU has not been taking the matter seriously, which has only fueled Nandipha808’s frustration. “There’s no resolution yet to their problem. But Nandipha has vowed to fight for what he says is rightfully his and is adamant that he won’t be cheated out of his royalties because he is the one who produced the song for Tyler,” the source added.
The drama surrounding “Mnike” has left fans wondering about the future of the collaboration. Neither Tyler ICU nor Nandipha808 has made an official statement regarding the dispute, and Sony Music, the record label behind the track, declined to comment when approached.
