"iPlan" is an afro tech song by South African DJ and record producer Dlala Thukzin taken from his extended play (EP) Permanent Music 3 (2023).[1] It was released on 15 September 2023 and features guest appearances from frequent collaborator Zaba, and Sykes.[2]
| "iPlan" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Dlala Thukzin featuring Zaba and Sykes | |
| from the EP Permanent Music 3 | |
| Language | Zulu language |
| English title | Plan |
| Released | 15 September 2023 |
| Recorded | 2022 |
| Genre | |
| Length | 6:50 |
| Label | Dlala Records |
| Songwriter(s) |
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| Producer(s) | Dlala Thukzin |
| Music video | |
| "iPlan" (Official music video) on YouTube | |
| Official audio | |
| iPlan (Official audio) on YouTube | |
The song surpassed 2 million streams on Spotify in two weeks,[1] peaked at number one on Billboard South Africa songs,[3] and Local & International Streaming Charts Top 10 of The Official South African Charts (RiSA).[4] "iPlan" was certified 2× Platinum in South Africa.[5]
Awards
editThe song received nominations for Motsepe Foundation Record of the Year and RAV Music Video of the Year at 30th ceremony of South African Music Awards. In addition, the song earned a nomination for Song of the Year at DStv Content Creator Awards in 2024.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | "iPlan" | RAV Music Video of the Year | Pending | [6] |
| Motsepe Foundation Record of the Year | Pending | |||
| Song of the Year | Pending | [7] |
Charts
edit| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| South Africa (Billboard)[3] | 1 |
| South Africa (TOSAC)[8] | 1 |
| South African Airplay (TOSAC)[9] | 2 |
References
edit- ^ a b "Dlala Thukzin is taking the music industry by storm". Independent Online. 6 October 2023. Archived from the original on 14 October 2023. Retrieved 19 October 2023.
- ^ Moloto, Phehello (11 October 2023). "Dlala Thukzin's 'iPlan' hits top spot on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music Charts". Zkhiphani. Archived from the original on 27 October 2023. Retrieved 27 October 2023.
- ^ a b Cusson, Michael. "South Africa Songs". Billboard. Archived from the original on 27 October 2023. Retrieved 27 October 2023.
- ^ "Local & International Streaming Chart Top 10 Week 41-2023". TOSAC. Archived from the original on 27 October 2023. Retrieved 27 October 2023.
- ^ Darangwa, Shingai (8 November 2023). "Song of the summer 'iPlan' goes double platinum, continues to top several charts". Independent Online. Retrieved 7 January 2024.
- ^ Simelane, Nomonde. "Countdown to 30th SAMA Awards is underway". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Shumba, Ano (19 August 2024). "SA: DStv Content Creator Awards announce 2024 nominees". Music in Africa. Retrieved 19 August 2024.
- ^ "Local & International Streaming Chart Top 10 Week 41-2023". The Official South African Charts.
- ^ "Local & International Radio Chart Top 10 Week 45 - 2023". TOSAC. Retrieved 22 November 2023.