Amapiano and its evolving 3-Step offshoot, as well as Lekompo are not just holding ground on Spotify, they are actively shaping listening behaviour in real time. The genre’s presence on Spotify’s “Most Played Right Now” signal tells a clear story: South Africa is locked into a sound that continues to reinvent itself while producing consistent chart leaders.
What is particularly striking about the current landscape is the tight clustering at the top. These are not one-off viral moments; they are repeat chart performers commanding attention across playlists, late-night sessions, and daily commutes. It is a reflection of a mature genre, one that understands both the dancefloor and the algorithm.
At the forefront of Spotify’s Top 50 – South Africa, the current Top 5 reads like a snapshot of Amapiano’s many moods:
- Feza – “Umaqondana”
- Sam Deep, Nia Pearl, Boohle & Mano – “Shela”
- DJ Smallz Ft Uncool MC – “ZEP”
- Sam Deep – “Thandaza”
- Shebeshxt – “Rato Laka”
The charts are echoing a broader cultural reality where South African electronic music continues to lead conversations locally and beyond, driven by artists who understand longevity as much as impact.
And right now, Amapiano is still the sound moving the needle.
Listen to the current Top 50 – South Africa playlist here:
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