Johannesburg — Grammy-winning singer Tyla has recently faced a wave of backlash on social media following the surfacing of a video featuring her with renowned record producer DJ Maphorisa. Although the video is from Maphorisa and Kabza De Small’s 2022 London event, rumors of a potential musical collaboration between the two have ignited strong reactions from Tyla’s followers.DJ Maphorisa, born Themba Sonnyboy Sekowe, is currently embroiled in a public feud with DJ and podcaster MacG over allegations of artist exploitation. Maphorisa recently asserted on Instagram that any music recorded in his studio is owned by his label, citing the use of his computers, studio space, and electricity as justification. This stance has sparked significant debate about his business practices and has added fuel to the fire regarding his treatment of artists.

 

 

 

 

 

 
In light of this controversy, fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns and issue warnings to Tyla.

“Don’t eat the Nandos, Tyla!! Use your own laptop, electricity, and microphone,” one fan cautioned, referring to Maphorisa’s earlier statements. Another user joked, “Then she gets nothing 😂 after him buying McDonald’s and a cold drink in the studio.” These comments reflect the growing apprehension among Tyla’s fanbase regarding her potential involvement with Maphorisa.

The humorous yet pointed remarks continue, with one fan expressing hope that Tyla has her own studio setup to avoid any potential exploitation. “I really hope Tyla has her own studio and equipment. Stay safe, girl!” they wrote.

While the social media banter may be light-hearted, the underlying concern among fans is palpable. Maphorisa’s recent comments have struck a nerve, highlighting ongoing issues within the music industry related to artist rights and fair treatment.

As rumors of the collaboration persist, fans remain vigilant and vocal about their apprehensions. Whether Tyla and Maphorisa are indeed working on new music together remains to be seen. However, one thing is certain: fans will be closely monitoring any developments in this potential partnership.