Since her rise through scenic stardom to global sensation, Tyla has been intent about showcasing the intimate beauty of her South African experiences, whether it’s through keeping her natural accent when speaking, or telling stories of her experiences. In her, the country gets a Gen Z representative that has positioned it in a new, great light, and on “Jump” she does so visually.

Nabil’s picture gets a stellar muse in the person of Tyla, whose lithe frame is centered in different scenes. From a cloth-suffused backyard, to a balcony, “Jump” offers a view into the idiosyncrasies of a party. Even down to the scenes showing the insides of a building, there’s a cinematic urgency that makes the visual appealing. And through Tyla’s natural ability to catch attention and retain it, the video’s three minute-plus runtime holds onto the viewer’s gaze with intensity.

The song itself, while also a call to dance, is primarily about self-confidence and the scenes exude that sort of personality. Sun-streaked for most parts, it evokes the bustling period of summer, where people get out and lay their hair down after months of intense work.

With Skillibeng bringing his sensual dancehall sensibilities to the song, and Gunna’s sleek flow merging beautifully with the R&B-inspired rhythm of Tyla, the sound sets the template for what the visual achieves. And considering the realistic material director Nabil is able to incorporate while staying within the sonic universe, it’s a creative alliance that succeeds on all fronts.

Source: Okay Africa | EMMANUEL ESOMNOFU

Dj Maphorisa was nominated four times in the Record of the Year category for ‘Abalele’, ‘Asibe Happy’, ‘Izolo’ and Banyana’, and in the Music Video of the Year category for ‘Izolo’.

Other artists who received multiple nominations include Kabza De Small,Micasa,Ami Faku and Boohle. The Record of the Year, Music Video of the Year and SAMPRA Artist of the Year are the only categories voted for exclusively by the public.

The remaining nominees for the remaining categories will be announced at an exclusive event in Johannesburg on 7 June.

Below are the nominees:

Record of the Year

• ‘Osama’ – Zakes Bantwini and Kasango
• ‘Questions’ – Shekhinah
• ‘Mamela’ – Mi Casa
• ‘Banyana’ – DJ Maphorisa and Tyler ICU feat. Daliwonga, Sir Trill and Kabza De Small
• ‘Abalele – Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa feat. Ami Faku
• ‘Adiwele’ – Young Stunna feat. Kabza De Small
• ‘Bopha’ – Mellow& Sleazy and Felo Le Tee feat. DJ Maphorisa, Madumane and Young Stunna
• ‘Vula Mlomo’ – Musa Keys feat. Sir Trill and Nobantu Vilakazi
• ‘Asibe Happy’ – Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa feat. Ami Faku
• ‘John Wick’ – De Mthuda feat. Da Muziqal Chef and Sir Trill
• ‘I’m With You’ – Matthew Mole
• ‘Umsebenzi Wethu’ – Busta 929 and Mpura feat. Zuma, Mr JazziQ, Lady Du and Reece Madlisa
• ‘Black And White’ – Nasty C and Ari Lennox
• ‘Izolo’ – DJ Maphorisa and Tyler ICU feat. Mpura, Daliwonga and Visca
• ‘Phakade Lami’ – Nomfundo Moh feat. Sha Sha and Ami Faku
• ‘Jola’ – De Mthuda feat. Sino Msolo
• ‘Shine Your Light’ – Master KG and David Guetta feat. Akon
• ‘Postcards’ – Jeremy Loops
• ‘Ngathwala Ngaye’ – Kelly Khumalo feat. Mondli Ngcobo
• ‘Right Now’ – Elaine

Music Video of the Year

• ‘LiYoshona (Main Mix)’ – Kwiish SA feat. Njelic, MalumNator and De Mthuda
• ‘Izolo’ – DJ Maphorisa and Tyler ICU feat. Mpura, Daliwonga and Visca
• ‘Summer Yo Muthi’ – Blaq Diamond
• ‘Phakade Lami’ – Nomfundo Moh feat. Sha Sha and Ami Faku
• ‘Nkulunkulu’ – Kamo Mphela
• ‘Jola’ – De Mthuda feat Sino Msolo and Da Muziqal Chef
• ‘Indlovu’ – DJ Zinhle feat. Lloyiso
• ‘Yini Sdakwa’ – ThackzinDJ, Tee Jay and Sir Trill feat. Dlala Thukzin, Nkosazana_ Daughter, Rascoe Kaos, Moscow and Mpura
• ‘S’bali’ – Intaba Yase Dubai
• ‘Mamela’ – Mi Casa
• ‘John Wick’ – De Mthuda feat. Sir Trill and Da Muziqal Chef
• ‘Woza’ – Mr JazziQ, Kabza De Small and Lady Du feat. Boohle
• ‘Superman’ – DJ Stokie feat. Kabza De Small, Masterpiece YVK and Madumane
• ‘Getting Late’ – Tyla feat. Kooldrink
• ‘Umuzi eSandton’ – Big Zulu Feat. Lwah Ndlunkulu
• ‘Buyile’ – Khuli Chana feat. Tyler ICU, Stino Le Thwenny and Lady Du
• ‘Ghanama’ – Makhadzi feat. Prince Benza
• ‘Inhlupheko’ – Big Zulu feat. Mduduzi
• ‘Chucks’ – YOUNOTUS and Mi Casa
• ‘Mmapula’ – Busta 929 feat. Mzu M

SAMPRA Artist of the Year

• Bello no Gallo
• Haksul MUZIQ
• Fanie Dick
• AfroToniQ
• Zion Agreement
• A-Reece
• Musa Keys
• Msaki
• Jennifer Zamudio
• Millie Ngwalangwala
• Rodger KB
• Brandon Dhludhlu
• HunTer Leite
• NLite
• Emtee
• PressCee
• Cece Vee
• Young Stunna
• Lady X
• Makhadzi

Hosted by Pastor Khaya Mthethwa best known as South African singer-songwriter, composer, musician, arranger, multi-instrumentalist and TV presenter. The young pastor with a glittering resume, handled the awards with such poise and refined mastery as he took on the stage to announce all the deserving winners for 2021.

Founder and Executive producer of the Crown Gospel Music Awards, Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule swooped in a ravishing royal blue number bedazzled with rose gold details as she geared to take on the stage to honour all nominees celebrated this year.

Although this year’s celebratory awards ceremony was restricted to a limited number of guests, excitement filled the Playhouse theatre as nominees graced the event. Amongst the guests were Takie Ndou, Ayanda Ntazi, Nqobi Nxumalo, Puleng Maake who came all dressed up to the nines to claim the golden gongs.

Other guests noted in the crowed were Nthati Moshesh (Isono), Harriet Manamela (Skeem Sam), Sandile Dlamini (Imbewu), Brenda Mhlongo (Imbewu), Mike Mdlangamakhe, McDonald Ndou (KK Mulaudzi of Muvhango), Dr Tumi, Qwabe, Amadodana AseWesile and Qwabe Twins to name a few.

Gospel fans will have to buckle up and prepare themselves for a glorious awards show, where a string of winners will be revealed when the 14th Installment of the Crown air on SABC 2 at 20:00 on the 28th November 2021.

“Fourteen awards shows, 14 years later #HeIsStillJehovah! As the World Gospel Powerhouse, we are elated to have reached this milestone and we thank God for carrying us thus far. Through the Crown Gospel Music Awards, we have not only been able to celebrate artists but we created a platform where musicians can be recognized for their God-given talent”, says Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule.

As the winners walked away with their crowns, five categories including Best Gospel Song and Best Gospel Artist remain open for fans to continue casting their votes by sending their favourite artist’s nominee code to 34069. SMSes are charged at R1.50. Voting for these categories will close on the 20 November 2021, midnight, per vote and one can vote as many times as they like. Free SMSes do not apply.

Here are the winners for Crown Gospel Music Awards 2021:

Best Gospel Song Writer – Takie Ndou

Best Gospel Itende – Indumiso Yetende

Best Gosepl Album – Takie Ndou

Classic Of All Times – Tebs Davids (You Are Faithful)

Best Worship Song – Xolisa Kwinana, Sithi Bayede

Best Praise Song – Sbu Banda – Papa God Of Miracles

Best Male Gospel Artist – Ayanda Ntanzi

Best Female Gospel Artist – Thobekile Mkhwanazi

Best New Comer Gosepl Artist – Xolly Mncwango

Best Gospel Group – Umlazi Gospel Choir

Best Traditional Gospel – Godfrey Mahlangu – Lentswe

Best Gospel Accapella – Abakhethwa Gospel Singers

Best Clap And Tap – Tshidi Chauke

Best Gospel Dvd – Tshwane Gospel Choir

Best Gospel Producer – Nqubeko Mbatha For Ayanda Ntanzi’s According To Grace

Best Gospel Engineer – Job Thako For Takie Ndou

Best Of Africa Gospel – Janet Manyowa- Zimbabwe

Best Gospel Jazz Song – Bra Bushi, Akukho Okunye

Best Gospel Collaboration – Ian Calf Featuring Thinah Zungu – Jesu Nguye

Best Contemporary Gospel Song – Shaun P – Jesus The Centre

Best Gospel Music Video – Crystal Tyron, Vuka Ukhanye

Best Gospel Rap – Melisa Sibaya

Best Community Outreach = De Bruin

CATEGORIES STILL OPEN FOR VOTING

Best Gospel Artist – Ayanda Ntanzi, Takie Ndou And Cannaan Nyathi (WINNER TO BE ANNOUNCED 20 NOVEMBER)

Best Gospel Song – Healing Power, Wena Nkosi Uyazi, Nawe Ungamthatha, Basuka Baya Ezweni (WINNER TO BE ANNOUNCED 20 NOVEMBER)

Best Gospel Community Radio – (WINNER TO BE ANNOUNCED 20 NOVEMBER)

Best Amazion – (WINNER TO BE ANNOUNCED 20 NOVEMBER)

Best Gospel Commercial/Pbs Radio Show – (WINNER TO BE ANNOUNCED 20 NOVEMBER)