The track pays homage to admiration for women, nightlife, dance, and party culture, cleverly mixing Nigerian street slang with Zulu and Swahili expressions to convey love, flirtation, and playful lust.

Fueled by Amapiano rhythms and club energy, “Nakupenda” captures the essence of living in the moment, embracing sensual confidence, and celebrating life without limits across cultures.

Txc, Davido, Zlatan, Shoday, Scotts Maphuma & AI Xapo – Nakupenda Lyrics

Intro: Davido
(Mmm) Baddest

Verse 1: Davido
I fit to pull up on you right now
Baby, right now (Uh)
Original, e no be China o (Mmm)
This one no be China (Uh)
From today, I wan dey-dey where you dey
Kilode? Kilogbe?
Kilogbe s’eyin?
You want dey wound person (You want dey wound)
All of my sexy ladies
A gb’ọmọ lò, a ma gb’ọmọ wá (A ma gb’ọmọ wá o)
We still dey ball on a daily
But we dey find where we go waste the kpa
Shayo dey all night
We no get problem, we just wan high
Even if I dey shy, plenty kele go still dey full my side

Pre-Chorus: Davido
Martell don dey scatter my eye
Fine-fine girls don dey enter my eye
Mini skirt don dey enter my eye
Big bunda don enter my eye, eye (Big bunda)
Na one puff wey I drag, e dey do me like I dey for trance (Mm-hmm)
A’udhu billahi, you know say me I no go fit kpai
Lai-lai

Chorus: Shoday & Zlatan
Ngiyakuthanda (Chee)
Nakupenda (Chu-chu-chu)
Me I like bunda
Big soft, soft bunda (Mmm)
Ngiyakuthanda (Chee)
Nakupenda (Chee)
Me I like bunda
Big soft, soft bunda (Ye)
Ngiyakuthanda (Astale, astale)
Nakupenda (Back and front)
Me I like bunda (Ayi)
Big soft, soft bunda (Je’on mo)
Ngiyakuthanda (‘Yakuthanda)
Nakupenda (‘Kupenda)
Me I like bunda (Ah)
Big soft, soft bunda (Ibile)

Post-Chorus: Zlatan
Ah, say
She gimme willy-willy wana-wana, tinini-tanana (Kilowi)
Amapiano, this one no be galala (Olo so)
She no dey give me wahala
She love me steady, dey chop all my banana
Willy-willy wana-wana (Willy), tinini-tanana (Tanana)
Amapiano, this one no be galala (Galala)
She no dey give me wahala (Astale)
She love me steady, dey chop all my banana

Bridge: Zlatan
Oh my god, what is this? (What is what?)
What is the size of your backside? (Oh my god)
I no fit touch, ride
Fit make a pastor to backslide (Okay)
Oh, baby, what is this? (Nice)
(What is what?) I want to die here
(The world is shaking in this, this is my diet)
This is your diet? Wetin don inside here?
Okay, let me test it

Verse 2: Scotts Maphuma
What do you want?
Tell me now
Athi go, and where to now?
Fana-fana, go man sha commercial?
Haibo, hai wena
Ufun’ukthin?
Uthi khamban?
Ayy, ngizok’nika amagold ak’9
Bathi’sukile yama castavas (Ayy)
Uyang’faka nom’uyang khipa
Hai uyang’faka nom’uyang khipa
ITxC, yona ungay’khona?
IDVD, yona ungay’dlala
UAl Xapo, yena ungam’qonda
Angithi mayisukile siyay’khipa
Ulobola ngey’nkomo nama hyena
Ay baba noma ungamphika
Lo owam yena ngiyamthanda

Verse 3: Shoday
You call me on phone right now
You know say me I miss your big bunda (Eh, ngizok’ ngawena)
My shawty no be [puta?]
But she fuck me well, she no dey calm down (Down)
You make me want to dey cry anytime she ride on my cucumber (‘Cumber)
Take it slow, amigo
Ride me slow, amigo (Yeah, yeah)

Pre-Chorus: Shoday
Martell don dey scatter my eye
Fine-fine girls don dey enter my eye
Mini skirt don dey enter my eye
Big bunda don enter my eye, eye
Na one puff wey I drag, e dey do me like say I dey for trance (Ooh)
A’udhu billahi, you know say me I no go fit kpai
Lai-lai

Chorus: Shoday & Zlatan
Ngiyakuthanda (Astale, astale)
Nakupenda (Back and front)
Me I like bunda (Ayi)
Big soft, soft bunda (Je’on mo)
Ngiyakuthanda (‘Yakuthanda)
Nakupenda (‘Kupenda)
Me I like bunda (Ah)
Big soft, soft bunda (Ibile)

Post-Chorus: Zlatan
Ah, say
She gimme willy-willy wana-wana, tinini-tanana (Kilowi)
Amapiano, this one no be galala (Olo so)
She no dey give me wahala
She love me steady, dey chop all my banana
Willy-willy wana-wana (Willy), tinini-tanana (Tanana)
Amapiano, this one no be galala (Galala)
She no dey give me wahala (Astale)
She love me steady, dey chop all my

Refrain: Zlatan
Oh my god, what is this? (What is what?)
What is the size of your backside? (Oh my god)
I no fit touch, ride
Fit make a pastor to backslide (Okay)
Oh, baby, what is this?
(What is what?) I want to die here
(The world is shaking in this, this is my diet)
This is your diet?
Wetin don inside here?
Okay, let me test it

Outro
Ngiyakuthan—, nakupen—
Me I like ‘kupen— (Mm-hmm)
Ngiyakuthan—, nakupen—
Me I like ‘kupen— (Mm-hmm)

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The South African DJ duo TxC, queens of the Amapiano nightlife circuit, join forces with Nigerian superstars Davido, Zlatan, and rising talent Shoday to create a record that feels less like a collaboration and more like a cultural handshake between regions.

Even its title, Nakupenda, Swahili for “I love you”, hints at a sound crafted to travel across borders without needing translation.

At the heart of the track lies the unmistakable pulse of Amapiano: the rolling log drums, the deep, rumbling basslines, and the shimmering synth layers that TxC have mastered through years of ruling dancefloors from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

But Nakupenda is not boxed into one genre. The moment Davido slides into the beat with his rich, melodic swagger, the sound takes on a distinctly West African glow. Zlatan arrives next with his street-hardened charm, the fast-talking, playful, hyper-animated energy only he can deliver.

What emerges is an electrifying hybrid, the kind of cross-continental fusion that keeps proving Afrobeats and Amapiano are not rivals but rhythm cousins.

The beauty of Nakupenda is in its flow. Despite the star-studded lineup, no one overshadows the other. TxC expertly hold the reins, keeping the tempo consistent and the groove unbroken. Davido’s verse feels like sunlight, warm, assured, instantly catchy.

 

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Zlatan bursts through like a spark, adding humour and grit. And then there’s Shoday, the young gun, whose presence signals the future: new voices rising confidently alongside giants. Rather than sounding like four artists stitched onto a beat, the track feels like a well-rehearsed relay — each act passing energy to the next.

In the grand picture, Nakupenda captures the state of African dance music in 2025. Genre walls are gone. Amapiano isn’t just South African anymore; Afrobeats isn’t just Nigerian; and African pop is no longer regional, it’s global currency. This track is built to travel, engineered for DJs from Lagos rooftops to London lounges to Durban beachfront festivals.

Nakupenda is a celebration of rhythm, of unity, and of the undeniable magic that happens when Africa’s finest join hands. Expect it to be one of the season’s most unforgettable party starters — a soundtrack to nights filled with lights, movement, and pure, unfiltered joy.

Listen to Nakupenda HERE.

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South Africa’s buzzing Amapiano duo TXC are gearing up for one of their boldest cross-border moves yet, teaming up with Nigerian heavyweights Davido and Zlatan for a brand-new single titled Nakupenda, dropping this Friday, December 12, 2025.

The announcement spread across social media like wildfire, instantly pulling the attention of music lovers from Lagos to Johannesburg. With such a star-studded lineup, fans are already imagining the energy, the rhythm, and the cultural blend this collaboration promises.

This record gathers some of the most influential voices from both Nigeria and South Africa, further cementing the musical bridge that Afrobeats and Amapiano have been building over the years. Beyond TXC, Davido, and Zlatan, the song also features Scotts Maphuma, Shoday, and Al Xapo, making it one of the year’s most expansive and diverse collaborations.

Ahead of its release, TXC shared promotional artwork describing the project as “a TXC original film,” a hint that Nakupenda may come with a strong visual identity or cinematic storytelling. While the full creative direction is still under wraps, the title itself—Nakupenda, a Swahili expression for “I love you”—suggests a theme rooted in affection, celebration, and pure good vibes, all delivered over a fusion of Amapiano grooves and Afrobeats flair.

This collaboration adds another chapter to the growing wave of partnerships between Nigerian and South African artists—a movement helping push African music further onto the global stage. And with the combined firepower of TXC, Davido, and Zlatan, many listeners are already predicting Nakupenda will dominate clubs, parties, and festival playlists across the continent.

The single hits streaming platforms this Friday, and the anticipation is only getting louder.

 

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The dynamic duo, known for their innovative contributions to the Amapiano genre, continues to break barriers and set new standards in the South African music scene.

TxC, comprising members Tarryn Reid and Clairise Hefke, have rapidly become one of the most influential acts in Amapiano, a genre that has captured the hearts of music lovers worldwide. Their unique sound, infectious energy, and dedication to their craft have not only earned them a loyal fanbase but also positioned them as role models for aspiring female artists.

Spotify understands that there are challenges that women in the global music sector face, which is why it is important to have programs like EQUAL to help combat gender disparities in the music industry. By spotlighting female talent from around the world, giving them a platform through playlist content, the EQUAL hub has generated over 31 billion editorial streams across 1 billion listening hours. EQUAL provides female artists with the resources and visibility they need to succeed, with more than 6,900 female artists added to the EQUAL playlist and over 1,000 ambassadors in their home countries, including South Africa. Spotify hopes to inspire change and promote a more inclusive music landscape across the globe.

Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, Phiona Okumu, commented on the announcement:

“We are thrilled to welcome TxC as our EQUAL Ambassadors for July this year. Their trailblazing work in the Amapiano genre and their commitment to empowering women in music make them perfect ambassadors for this initiative. At Spotify, we believe in creating a platform where all artists can thrive, and we are excited to shine a spotlight on TxC’s incredible talent and influence.”

We sat down with TxC members Tarryn Reid and Clairise Hefke to learn more about their music as they expressed their gratitude and excitement for this opportunity:

“Working in a space that has been male dominated for a long time has had its fair share of challenges but  has also been so much more rewarding. When we first started we had to prove ourselves 10 times more as being worthy of being within this specific music scene and now ,as time has evolved, women have been more accepted within the space which is such a proud feeling.”

“We are delighted to be part of such a prestigious programme as EQUAL, seeing women being celebrated and recognised for the work and effort they put into their craft is always so rewarding so we thank Spotify for making us part of such an elite and well rounded programme.”  

What is that one surprising thing your fans might not know about you?

Tarryn: I am obsessed with white noise, my hairdryer is always on whether hot or cold.

Clairise: I absolutely love true crime, I always have some story playing in the background whether I’m doing my hair or makeup it’s always just me and my true crime stories. 

When did you realise that making music was in your destiny and what is your WHY for pursuing this craft?

As we mention in all our interviews, we have always been musically inclined as we come from families where music played and still plays a big role. We then took it a step further by actually deciding to fully enter the music space in 2019 by becoming DJ’s and then deciding to actually team up with producers and artists to create our own music and we haven’t looked back since!

As for why we decided to pursue a career in music, it comes from seeing how music is able to connect and bring people together regardless of social or cultural barriers. Once we had the opportunity to get on stage for the first time and were able to perform for a crowd the nerves and anxiety automatically disappeared within the first few minutes. That’s when we knew that this is definitely our passion. The impact music has on people can never be replaced. 

Which African songs or artists did you grow up listening to?

Africa is filled with such amazing and talented artists. We grew up listening to the likes of Brenda Fassie, Mafikizolo and Jamali amongst others. 

To someone who has never heard your music, how would you describe the sound, tone, and style?

Well when it comes to describing our sound it would be characterised by distinct piano keys whilst also encompassing jazz elements and deep baselines.  Because amapiano itself is multi facetted with multiple sub-genres within it we are able to create music that you can listen to on your drive home after a long day and sounds that you are able to vibe to in a social setting  

Any advice for someone dreading following their dreams?

Just keep moving forward! Obstacles and uncertainties may arise but regardless of all that may come your way, remember that nothing worth having comes easy. You also have to be eager to constantly evolve and grow  and remember to surround yourself with people that will celebrate your wins whether big or small whilst you also have to be open to positive criticism. 

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