Isibuko is a third studio album by South African singer Sjava, released through 1020 Cartel on January 27, 2023.[2] Production was handled by his frequent producer Ruff. The album also features artists such as Emtee, Saudi, Anzo, Sampa the Great, Lolli Native, Delayde, Nontokozo Mkhize, Vernotile, Dumakahle, Q Twins, Umzulu Phaqa, Shwi and Mzukulu.
| Isibuko | ||||
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| Studio album by | ||||
| Released | January 27, 2023 | |||
| Recorded | 2018–2022[1] | |||
| Length | 60:13 (Standard Edition) 60:29 (Deluxe Edition) | |||
| Label | 1020 Cartel | |||
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| Sjava chronology | ||||
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It reached number one in South Africa and certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA).
Sjava released a deluxe version of the album, titled Isibuko (Deluxe) on May 10, 2024, which includes the original album's 18 tracks along with 4 new ones. With features from A-Reece, K-Shine, Sastii, LaCabra, Lowfeye and Blue Pappi.
Commercial performance
editIsibuko upon its release became the most streamed album surpassing 7.7 million streams in less than 7 days across all digital streaming platforms and garnned over 20.3 million streams after 3 weeks.[3][4][5]
As of July 2023, Isibuko has garnered over 42 million digital streams.[6]
Awards
editIsibuko was nominated for Best Afrosoul Pop at the 2023 Metro FM Awards.[7] Also the album earned 4 nominations at 29th South African Music Awards.[8]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Isibuko | Best Afrosoul Pop | Nominated |
| Male Artist of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Album of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Best Produced Album | Nominated | ||
| Best Engineered Album | Nominated | ||
| Best Afro Pop Album | Won |
Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Producer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Thixo" (with Nontokozo Mkhize) |
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| 4:12 |
| 2. | "Ubuhle Bendalo" |
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| 3:42 |
| 3. | "Ukube Ngangazi" | Makhubo |
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| 3:10 |
| 4. | "Time" | Makhubo | Nkosi | Nkosi | 3:50 |
| 5. | "Amaphiko" (with Saudi) |
| Nkosi | Nkosi | 4:21 |
| 6. | "Amavaka" | Makhubo |
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| 3:42 |
| 7. | "Grounding" (with Delayde) | Makhubo |
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| 4:54 |
| 8. | "My Life" (with Emtee and Lolli Native) |
| Nkosi | Nkosi | 4:00 |
| 9. | "Iphisi" | Makhubo |
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| 3:28 |
| 10. | "Dudlu" | Makhubo | Nkosi | Nkosi | 4:30 |
| 11. | "Ungavumi" (with Saudi and Sampa the Great) |
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| 4:58 | |
| 12. | "Amakhehla" (with Udumakahle and Anzo featuring Vernotile) |
| Nkosi | Nkosi | 4:13 |
| 13. | "Isoka" (with Q Twins and Mzukulu) |
| Nkosi | Nkosi | 4:38 |
| 14. | "Amanxeba" | Makhubo | Nkosi |
| 2:51 |
| 15. | "Akabuye" (with Mzukulu and Inkos'yamagcokama) |
| Nkosi | Nkosi | 5:28 |
| 16. | "Ithuna" (with Shwi) |
| Nkosi | Nkosi | 4:11 |
| 17. | "Inhlonipho" (with Umzulu Phaqa and Webmoms) |
| Nkosi | Nkosi | 4:28 |
| 18. | "Peace" | Makhubo |
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| 2:41 |
| Total length: | 60:13 | ||||
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19. | "Typhoon" (Sjava, Qwellers featuring Sastii, LaCabra, Lowfeye and Blue Pappi) | Makhubo Tinashe Freddie Jnr Magidi | Young Tune | 4:36 |
| 20. | "Race" (Sjava, A-Reece and K-Shine) | Makhubo, Nkosi | Ruff | 4:50 |
| 21. | "Ngibongiseni" | Makhubo Mawson Cooper Mawande Nzima | Drunk Urameshi | 2:36 |
| 22. | "Could Have Been You" | Makhubo Mawson Cooper | Webmons Delayde | 4:06 |
| Total length: | 60:29 | |||
Promotion
editSjava announced Isibuko Tour to promote his album, first leg includes 3 dates; commenced on 18 March, State Theatre, 6 May, Cradle Boutique Hotel, Johannesburg and concluded on 27 May, Play House Theatre, Durban.[9]
Towards the end of March 2024, Sjava announced second leg of Isibuko Tour was held on 22 June in Durban, Playhouse Theatre, followed by two nights at the Johannesburg Theatre on 12 and 13 July.[10][11]
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa (RISA)[12] | Platinum | 40,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format(s) | Label | Edition(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | January 27, 2023 | 1020 Cartel | Standard | [13] | |
| May 10, 2024 | Deluxe | [14] |
References
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- ^ "Arts and entertainment | News24". Life.
- ^ Gaanakgomo, Constance (2023-02-02). "Sjava's 'Isibuko' hits 7.7-million streams in less than seven days". TshisaLIVE. Retrieved 2023-02-03.
- ^ Banda, Clive (2023-02-01). "Sjava Shares Total Streams For Album "Isibuko" 5 Days After Release". Retrieved 2023-02-03.
- ^ "Sjava's 'Isibuko' marks his streaming platform milestone".
- ^ "Sjava's Isibuko album receives over 42 million streams". 24 July 2023.
- ^ Shumba, Ano (7 May 2023). "Metro FM Awards 2023: All the winners". Music in Africa. Retrieved May 16, 2023.
- ^ Gaanakgomo, Constance (2023-10-03). "K.O and Supermega lead #Sama29 nominations with six and seven nods". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 2023-10-03.
- ^ "Sjava announced tour dates dates for Isibuko | Bona Magazine". Bona. 2023-02-21. Retrieved 2023-03-19.
- ^ Magagula, Nompumelelo (2024-05-09). "After the success of Isibuko, Sjava announces release of deluxe edition and JHB, Durban tour". South Africa: News24. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ Birjalal, Alyssia (2024-03-25). "Sjava set to drop deluxe version of 'Isibuko' followed by 2-city tour". Independent Online. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "South Africa certifications". Recording Industry of South Africa. Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ^ Rasephei, Sekese (January 27, 2023). "Sjava Releases His Long Awaited Third Album Isibuko".
- ^ "Isibuko (Deluxe) - Album by Sjava - Apple Music". Apple Music. 2024-05-10. Retrieved 2024-05-10.