Ugcobo is the second studio album by South African singer and songwriter Nomfundo Moh, released on May 26, 2023 through Universal Music.[1][2][3]
| Ugcobo | ||||
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| Studio album by Nomfundo Moh | ||||
| Released | May 26, 2023 | |||
| Length | 54:00 | |||
| Label | Universal Music | |||
| Nomfundo Moh chronology | ||||
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Moh explores themes of love, healing, and growth.[3]
Background
editMoh announced her second studio album Ugcobo and its lead single "Amalobolo" featuring Big Zulu in March 2023.[4]
Commercial performance
editUgcobo became her first album to amassed 1 million streams less than a week of its release.[5][6]
Accolades
editUgcobo received nomination for Album of the Year at Africa Entertainment Awards. Also nominated for Afrimma Album of the Year at 2023 African Muzik Magazine Awards. In addition the album also received nomination for African Pop Album at 2024 Metro FM Music Awards. At the 30th ceremony of South African Music Awards, the album received a nomination for Best Afro Pop Album.[7]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Ugcobo | Album of the Year | Nominated | [8] |
| Afrimma Album of the Year | Nominated | [9] | ||
| 2024 | Best African Pop | Nominated | [10] | |
| Best Afro Pop Album | Nominated | [7] |
Critical reception
editYear-end lists
edit| Critic/Publication | List | Rank | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| African Folder | 10 Best African Albums | 1
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Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Noyana (Intro)" (Bongani Sax) | 3:03 |
| 2. | "Uthando Lunye" | 4:14 |
| 3. | "Umjolo O Healthy" (Afrotraction) | 3:59 |
| 4. | "Isithombe" | 4:14 |
| 5. | "Nanini" (Simmy) | 4:13 |
| 6. | "Amalobolo" (Big Zulu) | 4:20 |
| 7. | "Umncele" | 3:04 |
| 8. | "Ndaba Zabantu" | 4:17 |
| 9. | "Muntu Wesemzini" | 4:36 |
| 10. | "Ilifa" | 3:51 |
| 11. | "Wamqoma Kanjani" (Ntencane) | 4:11 |
| 12. | "Moya Wami" (Naxion Cross) | 4:06 |
| 13. | "Ingoma" | 3:24 |
| 14. | "Ugcobo The Anointing (Outro)" | 2:38 |
| Total length: | 54:00 | |
Personnel
editCredits are adapted from AllMusic. [12]
- Afro'traction - Primary Artist
- Naxion Cross - Primary Artist, Producer
- Eddy Khumalo - Composer, Producer
- Celimpilo Manyathi - Composer, Producer
- Nomfundo Moh - Composer, Primary Artist
- Mzwandile Moya - Composer
- Ntencane - Primary Artist
- Bongane Sax - Primary Artist, Saxophone
- Simmy - Primary Artist
- Martin Manqoba Sosibo - Composer
- Jaiva Zimnike - Primary Artist
- Senzo Zondi - Composer
- Big Zulu - Primary Artist, Rap
- Sphesihle Zulu - Primary Artist
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | May 26, 2023 | Digital download, streaming | Standard | Universal |
References
edit- ^ "RnB Nomfundo Moh releases new album Ugcobo". Hype Magazine. 2020-05-26.
- ^ "Nomfundo Moh showcase her remarkable growth in new album Ugcobo". Slikour On Life. 2023-05-26. Retrieved 2023-07-07.
- ^ a b Gumede, Bongeka (2 June 2023). "The anointing of Nomfundo Moh". Mail and Guardian. Retrieved 2023-07-10.
- ^ Moloi, Atlehang (2023-09-03). "Nomfundo Moh Announces Her Forthcoming Studio Album, 'Ugcobo'". Slikour On Life.
- ^ Mukandila, Johana (6 June 2023). "Nomfundo Moh's album Ugcobo hits over one million streams in 7 days". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ Komisah, Zuko (12 June 2023). "Nomfundo Moh's album "Ugcobo" surpasses 1 million stream". Kaya959. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ a b "Sensational Tyla leads the pack with five SAMA30 nominations". Sunday World. 26 September 2024. Retrieved 26 September 2024.
- ^ Hansen, Gabriel Myers (2023-09-15). "Africa Entertainment Awards USA 2023: All the nominees | Music In Africa". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2023-09-15.
- ^ Hansen, Gabriel Myers (2023-09-18). "African Muzik Magazine Awards announce 2023 winners | Music In Africa". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2023-09-18.
- ^ "Tyla leads Metro FM Awards nominations followed by Kabza De Small and Tyler ICU". Independent Online. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ^ Anifowose, Bomi. "10 Best African Albums Released In 2023 So Far". African Folder. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
- ^ "Nomfundo Moh - Ugcobo Album Reviews, Songs & More | AllMusic". AllMusic.