This Valentine's Day, enjoy a musical journey with heartfelt songs by artists Filah Lah Lah, Lia Butler, Manana, Dr Duda, and Yumbs.
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Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love than with some soulful and local tracks?
Music is a universal language that transcends words, effortlessly conveying emotions and feelings. It's the perfect tool for self-expression, especially when words fail you.
Whether you are shy and want to send a subliminal message to your crush, or you just want to tell your partner how you feel, music can be a beautiful way to convey your emotions. So, this Valentine's Day, why not use these 5 love songs to speak your heart?
Filah Lah Lah ft. Blxckie - Nobody
“Nobody” touches on the complexities of love and relationships. It delves into vulnerability, communication, and the desire for emotional closeness.
Rapper Blxckie's verse is about being ready to face whatever life throws at you in a relationship, taking risks, and prioritising your relationship.
“Nobody” also touches on the importance of being present and appreciating time with the one you love, a perfect love song to listen to when you’re all boo’d up.
Lia Butler - Imimangaliso (miracles)
“Imimangaliso” is a love song by singer and songwriter Lia Butler. It’s about falling head over heels in love and feeling all sorts of magical and crazy emotions that are so intense, you’ll need those who are older and wiser to explain the feeling to you because it’s so disorientating.
Lia Butler's soulful and sultry voice combined with the sweet and short piano melody will have you hitting repeat on this track!
Manana - Little Things
“Little Things” by Grammy award winner Manana is a soulful love song that explores the beauty of relationships and why it is so important to enjoy the simple things in life.
The lyrics get into how complicated love can be, and how being open and honest with each other is key to a strong and healthy relationship.
Manana’s soothing and heartfelt vocals are just the cherry on top, making it a perfect listen for those looking for a romantic and uplifting track.
Dr Duda ft. K.Keed - "Sthalala"
Produced by Dr Duda, this laid-back track featuring K.Keed, is the perfect song to subtly suggest an upcoming proposal.
In the chorus, K.Keed sings about the woman of her dreams and their future life together. The first verse, sung in isiXhosa, details her desire to give her partner the world and speak to her uncles about paying lobola (bride price). A beautiful and cute way to reassure your special someone about the future.
Yumbs and Zwayetoven ft. Shekhinah and Nasty C - "With You"
Produced by two of amapiano heavyweights, Yumbs and Zwayetoven, “With You" is a soulful and romantic track that features South African music icons Shekhinah and Nasty C.
Switch things up with “private school” amapiano. This love anthem offers a fresh take on the traditional love song, it’s about how your significant other brightens up your life by being with you. The lyrics can inspire some intimacy between you and your partner, a perfect theme for Valentine’s Day!
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