DJ Maphorisa has opened up about his strained relationship with fellow South African musician Samthing Soweto, revealing that efforts were allegedly made to bring the singer back together with the Scorpion Kings for their highly anticipated performance at FNB Stadium.
Speaking on *Podcast and Chill with MacG*, Maphorisa discussed his relationship with Samthing Soweto and claimed that he and Kabza De Small wanted the singer to be part of the Scorpion Kings Live show. According to Maphorisa, they were prepared to pay Samthing Soweto R500,000 to perform at the historic event.
However, Maphorisa said their attempts to contact the singer were unsuccessful because, according to his account, Samthing Soweto had blocked them. The revelation has sparked discussion among fans, particularly those who had hoped to see the musicians share the stage once again.
Maphorisa, Kabza De Small and Samthing Soweto previously worked closely together, producing several songs that became memorable moments in South Africa’s music scene. Their collaborations included popular tracks such as **“Akulaleki,” “Amantombazane” and “AmaDM.”** These songs helped create a strong musical connection between the artists and contributed to the popularity of the sound associated with the Scorpion Kings.
Over time, however, their professional relationship became strained. Public disagreements surrounding music credits, ownership and payments contributed to tensions between the artists. While different sides of the story have emerged publicly over the years, the relationship has remained a topic of interest among fans of Amapiano and South African music.
The possibility of Samthing Soweto appearing at FNB Stadium had therefore generated considerable excitement among supporters. Many fans hoped that the massive occasion could provide an opportunity for the artists to put their differences aside and recreate some of the magic of their earlier collaborations.
Maphorisa’s latest comments, however, suggest that attempts at reconciliation may be more complicated than some fans had imagined. His claim that a R500,000 performance offer was made but could not be completed because of difficulties contacting Samthing Soweto has added another layer to the ongoing story.
It is important to note that the R500,000 offer and the circumstances surrounding the alleged communication breakdown remain DJ Maphorisa’s account. Samthing Soweto has not publicly responded to the specific claim at the time of writing, so his perspective on the matter is not yet known.
For fans, the bigger question remains whether music can eventually bring the artists together again. Their previous collaborations continue to hold a special place in the hearts of listeners, and many would still welcome the opportunity to see them share a stage.
Would you have loved to see Samthing Soweto performing alongside the Scorpion Kings at FNB Stadium? Could music eventually repair their relationship, or has too much happened between them?
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