Ivila Laselawini by Mzukulu - DeepRiffs

ALBUM

On his third studio album, maskandi star Mzukulu continues to reflect on everyday life over the genre’s signature acoustic guitar-heavy sound, at times accompanied by subtle keys and flutes. He spends most of the album exploring scenarios in romantic relationships, from the playful and sexually suggestive title track to “Sukuma Mkami Bakubone,” where he takes pride in his gorgeous other half, and “Wadlala Ngami,” an expression of feeling betrayed after a lover walks out on him. Yet many of these serious topics are sprinkled with tongue-in-cheek humor. On “Dear December,” he personifies the months of the year as he tackles an unbearable long-distance relationship. On “Nongaphuzi Uyalenza Iphutha,” Mzukulu questions his partner’s timing for discussing a misstep he’s taking accountability for. In the same song, he invites Mfoka Msezana for an exchange of surefooted praise chants cushioned by robust ululations in the background, making for an epic closer.

1. Sukuma Mkami Bakubone

Composer: Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

2. Ivila Laselaweni

Composer: Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

3. Wang'lahlelani

Composer: Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

4. Makabahle

by Mzukulu, Zamambo Mkhize

Composer: Sfanele Zulu
Zamambo Mkhize; Composer
Featured Artist: Zamambo Mkhize; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

5. Dear December

Composer: Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

6. Wadlala Ngami

Composer: Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

7. Akasakufuni

by Mzukulu, Gamu Gamu

Composer: Sfanele Zulu
Gamu Gamu; Composer
Featured Artist: Gamu Gamu; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

8. Webaba Wami

Composer: Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

9. uManjomane

by Mzukulu, Nogwaja Omncane, Omaganga

Composer: Sfanele Zulu
Nogwaja Omncane
Omaganga; Composer
Featured Artist: Omaganga
Nogwaja Omncane; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

10. Ngakwami

by Mzukulu, Londeka Shangase

Composer: Sfanele Zulu
Londeka Shangase; Composer
Featured Artist: Londeka Shangase; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

11. Akulona Iphutha

Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Composer: Mzukulu
Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Lyricist: Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production
Composer Lyricist: Sfanele Zulu; Other

12. Ngikulindile

by Mzukulu, Londeka Shangase

Composer: Sfanele Zulu
Londeka Shangase; Composer
Featured Artist: Londeka Shangase; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

13. Bathi Angikwale

Composer: Sfanele Zulu; Composer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

14. Nongaphuzi Uyalenza Iphutha

by Mzukulu, Mfoka Msezana

Composer: Sfanele Zulu
Mfoka Msezana; Composer
Featured Artist: Mfoka Msezana; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Mzukulu; Main Performer
Producer: Sfanele Zulu; Production

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

14 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

1 hour, 4 minutes and 39 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 3000x3000 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

Studio Quality (Hi-Res)

24bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Hi-Res/Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

9/14 tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

Only 1/14 tracks has synced lyrics

Genres

World, Maskandi, African

Label

1020 Cartel

Music Distribution Service

Unknown

Country

South Africa

Language

Zulu

Popularity

Release Date

Dec 9, 2021

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

757572929740