Scotts Maphuma Faces Backlash After L-Tido Podcast Appearance
South African musician Scotts Maphuma recently found himself trending on social media following controversial comments he made during an interview on the L-Tido Podcast. Maphuma detailed why he doesn’t always take pictures with his fans, a stance that didn’t sit well with many South Africans.
Instead of retreating from the criticism, Maphuma decided to respond in a way that best suits his personality—through music.
A Cheeky Freestyle Response
Refusing to stay silent, the Uyaphapha Marn hitmaker took to Instagram Live where he premiered a freestyle titled “Bathi Une Attitude.” In the clip, shared by @kreativeKornerr, Maphuma can be seen rapping while two friends cheer him on in the background. The freestyle served as a cheeky, unapologetic response to the backlash he was facing online.
The video, captioned “Scotts Maphuma ‘Attitude’ Freestyle,” quickly circulated across social media platforms, sparking a wave of commentary from netizens.
Public Reaction: Divided Opinions
The freestyle didn’t calm the storm—if anything, it intensified it. Many users criticized Maphuma for being arrogant, predicting that his music career might be short-lived if he continues with such an attitude.https://x.com/PianoConnectSA/status/1915055201402380780?t=oTxqi2URBkQSx7y3Pa6uxQ&s=19
Some of the notable reactions included:
- @g_mapaya commented: “December is too far.”
- @felix_mphande said: “Burning bridges with your clients is crazy business.”
- @snaijamxoli added: “The hating on the comments is crazy. Just because he doesn’t want to take pictures when he doesn’t feel like it?”
- @MandiMALS warned: “This will be a short-lived career with this attitude.”
- @Thami6064 defended him, saying: “Stop hating and let this brother take his coins in peace.”
Clearly, while some condemned his behavior, others empathized with the young artist, urging critics to give him a chance to grow.
No Bad Blood with DJ Maphorisa
Amidst the chaos, Scotts Maphuma also addressed rumors about his relationship with industry heavyweight DJ Maphorisa. Speaking during his interview, Maphuma cleared the air, saying there was no beef between them. In fact, he praised Maphorisa for his supportive nature.
“He is like a good older brother who wants us to succeed in life. Phori could do his own thing, but he chooses to help talented guys and polish their skills,” Maphuma explained. “He genuinely wants to see others succeed.”
Scotts Maphuma’s Top 5 Amapiano Artists
In addition to defending himself, Maphuma also sparked another debate by listing his top five Amapiano artists. Unsurprisingly, Kabza De Small took the number one spot on his list. However, fans across Mzansi had mixed feelings, with some suggesting alternative artists they felt deserved recognition, while others argued that such rankings only cause unnecessary divisions within the genre.
Conclusion
Scotts Maphuma may be facing a rough patch with public opinion, but he shows no signs of backing down. Whether his boldness will ultimately harm or help his career remains to be seen. For now, he continues to ride the wave, freestyle mic in hand, answering critics on his own terms.