“MAPHEFO” is a rich, emotional, and spiritually charged Amapiano album crafted by Smaki 08.
The project blends soulful progressions, expressive guitar textures, warm basslines, and deep, atmospheric log drums—creating a cinematic and heartfelt musical journey.
This album reflects healing, resilience, cultural storytelling, and the deep-rooted spirit of African sound. Each track carries its own emotional narrative—ranging from meditative soundscapes to heavy, club-driven anthems.
“MAPHEFO” is a journey through reflection, growth, rhythm, and pure musical craftsmanship.
TRACKLIST DESCRIPTIONS (FULL ARTIST NAMES)
1. Smaki 08 ft Vusi Keys – Emhlabeni (Intro)
A spiritual, calming introduction with warm, emotional melodies. Vusi Keys adds soulful depth, setting the tone for an intimate and reflective album experience.
2. Smaki 08 ft Mangoli, Nhlanhla The Guitarist & Vusi Keys – Maphefo
A beautifully layered title track. Gorgeous guitar riffs, heartfelt vocals, and soothing piano chords make it a standout emotional centrepiece.
3. Smaki 08 ft Starr Healer – Amawele
A smooth, soul-driven track with uplifting harmonies. Starr Healer’s vocals bring warmth and glowing positivity to the melody.
4. Smaki 08 ft Mangoli & Vusi Keys – Cishe Ngalimala
A heartfelt, expressive song filled with emotion. Vusi Keys’ signature sound blends perfectly with Mangoli’s tone, creating a deeply resonant atmosphere.
5. Smaki 08 & Omit ST ft Pro_Sangkey & Bittersoul – Daylight
A bright, energetic groove with sharp log drums and modern Amapiano progression. The features bring depth and a stylish edge.
6. Smaki 08 & Wesley Keys ft Kailey Botman – Shona Ngale
A soulful, vocal-rich masterpiece. Kailey Botman delivers a beautiful performance over Wesley Keys’ expressive keys and Smaki 08’s refined production.
7. Smaki 08, Lastborn & Jovis DJ ft Nhlanhla The Guitarist – North Side
A guitar-driven, smooth yet uplifting track. Nhlanhla The Guitarist adds emotional texture, guided by clean, steady production.
8. Smaki 08 ft Mangoli – Imilingo
A spiritual and melodic offering with haunting chords and gentle rhythmic movement. Mangoli’s vocals float effortlessly over the production.
9. Smaki 08, De Rose & Bandros ft Vusi Keys – Isilima
A deep, electronic-infused track with soulful layers. Bandros and De Rose add groove and emotion, supported by another strong Vusi Keys performance.
10. Smaki 08 & Wesley Keys ft Smilo & Thobile Mashinini – Umuntu
A warm, vocal-heavy track celebrating humanity and compassion. Smilo and Thobile Mashinini deliver powerful emotional depth.
11. Smaki 08 ft DUALITY – Angsafuni
A reflective, heartfelt song that blends subtle emotional vocals with calm yet powerful production.
12. Smaki 08 & Jovis DJ ft TaSkipper – Mother Of The Wind
A spiritually elevated track. TaSkipper’s vocals carry ancestral emotion while the production creates a mystical, airy soundscape.
13. Smaki 08 & Mick Man – Sunset Vibes
A smooth, atmospheric, and deeply immersive Amapiano groove. Perfect for late-night relaxation and emotional reflection.
14. Smaki 08 & Bongza – Petrus
A deep private-school piano-influenced cut. Bongza’s signature touch blends perfectly with Smaki 08’s clean, warm sound design.
15. Smaki 08 & Mellow & Sleazy – Uya Baleka
A high-energy banger with heavy log drums. Mellow & Sleazy bring their unmistakable street-style flavour.
16. Smaki 08 ft Tee Tee SA – Mpumalanga
A tribute to heritage and home roots. Tee Tee SA delivers emotional vocals that blend beautifully with the nostalgic instrumentation.
17. Smaki 08, uLazi & Navaro – No Sleep
A gritty, powerful closing track. Driven by infectious rhythms, uLazi and Navaro help deliver a strong, high-energy finale.
