Clap and Tap is church music. It started in the townships. It uses voices, clapping, and foot tapping. No drums. Just pure harmony. It’s spiritual. It’s communal. And in 2025, it’s still alive.
Style and Structure
The songs use hand claps, foot taps, and layered vocals. Most don’t use instruments. Some modern ones now add keyboards or soft bass. But the heart of the sound is the choir.
They sing in Zulu, Sotho, Tswana, and other local languages. Uniforms are worn. Choirs move in rhythm. It’s a full body act of worship.
What They Sing About
Most songs are about:
- God’s power
- Salvation through Jesus
- The Holy Spirit
- Heaven
- Prayer and healing
- Praise and thanksgiving
Repetition is common. The goal is not to entertain. It’s to move the spirit.
Classic Songs You Should Know
Some songs are now part of the culture. These include:
- Sedi Laka – Barorisi Ba Morena
- Ke Na Le Modisa – Barorisi Ba Morena
- Rea Ho Boka Morena – Apollo Soldiers
- Thixo Somandla – Manyano Groups
- Jesu Ke Mmoloki – Manyano Ya Maatla
- Uyingcwele Baba – Various Choirs
- Nginguthandiwe – Izwi Lentshaba
- Bana Ba Modimo – Faith Gospel Choir
- Ntate Morena – Ivangeli Gospel Choir
New Songs from 2025
Clap and Tap is also inspiring new work in 2025. Some tracks still hold the same church energy. Others blend it with modern production.
Clap & Tap (feat. Djy Small) – De’KeaY Deep
Released in January 2025. It’s a dance track with gospel elements.
Clap & Tap – Kelvin Momo
From his 2025 album Thato Ya Modimo. Has spiritual piano chords and steady rhythms. It’s not full gospel, but it feels like it.
Clap x Tap – DrummeRTee924
Released in 2025. Inspired by church claps. Made for dancing, but clearly influenced by the church.
The Choirs Still Leading
Many choirs are still active today. Some record live albums. Some go on tours. Some stream their performances. These include:
- Barorisi Ba Morena
- Manyano Ya Maatla
- Apollo Soldiers
- Izwi Lentshaba
- Faith Gospel Choir
- Ivangeli Gospel Choir
- Young Apostles
- Masole A Tumelo
Why People Still Listen
Clap and Tap feels real. It’s not for fame. It’s not for likes. It’s for God. For healing. For unity.
The rhythm is easy to follow. The harmonies are rich. The message is always spiritual.
You don’t need to understand the language to feel it.
Words
Clap and Tap is South African gospel at its core. It’s built on discipline, worship, and unity. In 2025, some artists are keeping it raw. Others are blending it with modern sound. But it’s still here.
If you want honest, local, and spiritual music this is it.
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