South African music is reaching more ears across the world in 2025. From amapiano to trap-soul, SA artists are climbing global charts and playlists. These songs are streamed in the millions, trending on TikTok, and making major moves outside Africa.
This list shows which South African songs are making the biggest impact worldwide. These are the tracks fans in the US, UK, Europe, Asia, and the rest of Africa are playing on repeat.
1. Show Me Love – WizTheMc, Bees & Honey ft. Tyla
A smooth blend of pop, R&B, and amapiano. Tyla’s vocals help push this one into global rotation.
2. Bliss – Tyla
One of Tyla’s strongest solo records in 2025. Emotional and clean. Big on US charts.
3. PUSH 2 START (Remix) – Tyla ft. Sean Paul & Davido
This remix brought three continents together. Big beat. Global club hit.
4. Ngishutheni – Master KG, Eemoh & Goon Flavour
Master KG returns with a catchy, gospel-leaning house banger. It’s spreading fast across Africa and beyond.
5. Abantwana Bakho – Kabza De Small, DJ Maphorisa & Nkosazana Daughter
Amapiano royalty. Smooth vocals, steady log drums, and a warm sound that works anywhere.
6. Uyaphapha Marn – Scotts Maphuma & DJ Maphorisa
Hard-hitting piano with a street bounce. This track is catching attention in both Europe and West Africa.
7. Biri Marung – Mr Pilato, Ego Slimflow, Tebogo G Mashego & Focalistic
Focalistic keeps the verses sharp while the beat mixes trap and African rhythms.
8. Beautiful People (THEMBA Remix) – David Guetta & Sia
This remix by South African house producer THEMBA brings deep grooves to a global pop anthem.
9. Wena – Mellow & Sleazy ft. Felo Le Tee
Smooth amapiano jam with a simple hook. Getting strong Shazam numbers worldwide.
10. iNumber – Pabi Cooper & Blxckie
Catchy vocals and sharp verses. A crossover track rising on international Apple Music charts.
11. Ungazilibali – Ami Faku
One of the best voices in SA. This soul track is gaining global traction on R&B playlists.
12. Tshwala Bam (Remix) – TitoM, Yuppe ft. Burna Boy
Amapiano meets Afrobeats. Huge collab. Big on TikTok and dance reels.
13. Tiya Mfana – Busta 929
Fast-paced piano anthem with major play in France, Germany, and Brazil.
14. Lenyalo – Makhadzi
Venda pop queen delivers another high-energy hit. Climbing charts in Southern Africa and the diaspora.
15. Ulele – Sjava
Rich, Zulu-driven vocals with warm instrumentation. A deep, emotional ballad.
16. Skeleton Move 2.0 – Master KG & Nomcebo Zikode
A sequel to their original hit. Different sound, same magic. Already going viral.
17. Bawo – Azana
A spiritual and soulful track. Azana’s voice continues to travel beyond borders.
18. Taxi Man – Focalistic ft. MaWhoo
Street rap and amapiano blend. Catchy, gritty, and made for the youth.
19. Rato Laka – King Monada
Limpopo’s unique sound gets love in East Africa and even Australia.
20. Lollipop – Major League DJz & Daliwonga
Vocal-heavy track with chill piano production. Popular in UK clubs.
21. Asambe – Boohle & De Mthuda
Great chemistry. Soulful vocals and layered keys. Gaining love in Canada.
22. Gijima – Musa Keys
Clean production, simple hook, smooth delivery. Streaming well in Nigeria and UK.
23. Funa Wena – MFR Souls ft. Bassie
Classic piano vibe. This song is part of many gym and party playlists globally.
24. iDlozi – Zuko SA
Maskandi-soul fusion that’s finding a niche global audience. Spirit-driven sound.
25. City to City – DBN Gogo & Kelvin Momo
Instrumental-driven. Piano purists love it. DJs spinning it across Europe.
26. Shwele – Nomfundo Moh
Soft vocals, deep message. Getting featured on emotional pop playlists.
27. Dlala – Kamo Mphela
High energy. Dance-ready. Trending in Brazil and Kenya.
28. Money Call – Blxckie ft. Nasty C
Two top rappers drop slick bars. US hip hop fans are tuning in.
29. Woza – Young Stunna
His flow + amapiano = global hit formula. Still getting love from fans abroad.
30. Ngiyabonga – Sun-EL Musician ft. Simmy
Peaceful. Beautiful. Global listeners love this one for calm vibes and healing energy.
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South African music is no longer waiting for global recognition. It’s already happening. These 30 songs show the power of local sound going global.
Amapiano, afro-soul, gospel, rap — it’s all there. Different voices. One country. Global reach.
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