Imizwa is the debut studio album by South African singer-songwriter Lwah Ndlunkulu, released on November 24, 2023, through Inkabi Records.[1][2]
| Imizwa | |
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| Studio album by Lwah Ndlunkulu | |
| Released | November 24, 2023 |
| Length | 48:00 (Standard Edition) 1:06:00 (Deluxe Edition) |
| Label | Inkabi Records |
| Producer | Xowla |
| Singles from Imizwa | |
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Lwah Ndlunkulu released a deluxe version of the album, titled Imizwa (Deluxe) on August 9, 2024, which includes the original album's 12 tracks along with 6 new ones.[3] With features from Mzukulu and Xowla.
Commercial performance
editThe album reached number one on Spotify's Top Albums Chart, and surpassed two million streams on Spotify, 10 days after its release. [4][5]
Accolades
editImizwa earned a nomination for Best African Pop at 2024 Metro FM Music Awards Awards. In addition the album received nominations for Female Artist of the Year, Newcomer of the Year, Best Afro Pop Album at the 30th ceremony of South African Music Awards.[6]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Imizwa | Best African Pop | Nominated | |
| Newcomer of the Year | Nominated | [6] | ||
| Female Artist of the Year | Nominated | |||
| Best Afro Pop Album | Won |
Track listing
editAll tracks are written by Lwah Ndlunkulu
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Khuphuka" | 3:43 |
| 2. | "Ngiyeza" | 4:41 |
| 3. | "Umtshingo" | 3:42 |
| 4. | "Ngezenzo" | 3:38 |
| 5. | "Maye" (featuring Dr. Buselaphi) | 3:14 |
| 6. | "Eyokuza" | 4:07 |
| 7. | "Ithuba" (featuring Siya Ntuli) | 4:23 |
| 8. | "Ngiyathandaza" | 3:34 |
| 9. | "Notification" (featuring Big Zulu) | 3:51 |
| 10. | "Eyami" | 4:20 |
| 11. | "Mali" | 4:48 |
| 12. | "Indawo Yakho" | 4:34 |
| Total length: | 48:00 | |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 13. | "Can't Get" (featuring Mzukulu) | 3:55 |
| 14. | "uMama" | 3:54 |
| 15. | "Makhelwane" | 3:18 |
| 16. | "Sihleka" (featuring Xowla) | 3:10 |
| 17. | "Bengithi" | 4:22 |
| 18. | "Happy" | 2:17 |
| Total length: | 60:06:00 | |
Personnel
editCredits are adapted from AllMusic. [7]
- Big Zulu - Featured Artist
- Dr. Buselaphi - Featured Artist
- Irene Gxowa Buselaphi - Composer
- Lwah Ndlunkulu - Primary Artist
- Lwandile Mtshali - Composer
- Siya Ntuli - Featured Artist
- Siyabonga Nene - Composer
- Siyabonga Ntuli - Composer
- Xolani Shabalala - Composer
References
edit- ^ Matlala, Keamogetswe (2023-11-29). "Lwah Ndlunkulu's new Imizwa album – A girl's guide to shooting a shot, showing gratitude". SNL24. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ Moloi, Atlehang (2023-11-24). "Lwah Ndlunkulu Drops Debut Album 'Imizwa'". Slikouronlife.
- ^ "Lwah Ndlunkulu to release a deluxe version of her album Imizwa". SNL24. 2024-08-08. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
- ^ "Lwah Ndlunkulu's album achieves 2 million streams in 10 days | Network News". South Africa: Network News. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ Booi, Silindokuhle. "Lwah Ndlunkulu's album achieves 2 million streams in 10 days | Bona Magazine". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ a b "Sensational Tyla leads the pack with five SAMA30 nominations". Sunday World. 26 September 2024. Retrieved 26 September 2024.
- ^ "Lwah Ndlunkulu - Imizwa Album Reviews, Songs & More | AllMusic". AllMusic. Retrieved 2024-02-07.