By Siphesihle Dlamini
Uncle Waffles made her grand return, back to where it all began. The streets she once wandered as a little Zwane kid, with dreams as big as the sky, now welcomed her back as a global superstar, shining brighter than ever before.
Her performance on Sunday at the Pop Sunday: Dragon’s Den was nothing short of magic, a symphony that touched the souls of her fans, who lit up the night with their love and admiration.
It was a Sunday at Albert Millin that will be etched in the memory of all who were lucky enough to be there, a night where dreams took flight.
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With each beat she dropped, Uncle Waffles paid homage to her roots, to the land that raised her, and to the people who believed in her from the very beginning.
As the first liSwati to grace the legendary Sway In The Morning, as the Amapiano artist who set the stage on fire at The Brooklyn Mirage, as a BET nominee with a list of accolades longer than the Great Wall, Uncle Waffles has truly come full circle.
DeckLife Studio played host to this unforgettable homecoming, where emaSwati gathered in the spirit of unity and celebration, eager to witness their hometown hero reclaim her throne.
Back to where it all began!
The echo of “Waffles, we wanna party” filled the air as fans eagerly anticipated the moment their global sensation would rock the stage. At 9 pm, amidst a sea of cheers and excitement,
the Tanzania hitmaker graced the stage with her presence, donning a green frontal hairpiece that sparkled under the stage lights.
Despite a few sound glitches threatening to derail the anticipated moment, Uncle Waffles remained composed and patient, a true professional in the face of adversity.
As she struck the first chords of her hit song ‘Peacock,’ the crowd erupted in joy, swept away by the infectious rhythm that filled the air.
Transitioning seamlessly into the popular DJ Maphorisa track ‘Come Duze,’ Uncle Waffles continued to captivate the audience, each note vibrating with energy and passion.
Her latest single, ‘Wadibusa,’ brought a wave of excitement that swept through the crowd, igniting a frenzy of dance and joy that showed no signs of slowing down.
Before Uncle Waffles took the stage, DJ Six by Nine from Johannesburg warmed up the crowd with a pulsating set of hip-hop hits, drawing the audience closer with each beat.
From Emtee’s ‘Roll Up’ to a mix of international and South African hip-hop gems, DJ Six by Nine held the crowd in the palm of his hand for two electrifying hours.
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The dynamic duo of Two Billion and SMK took over next, infusing the dance floor with irresistible piano tunes that had the crowd moving in synchronized harmony.
Among their infectious setlist was the now popular ‘Tshwala Bami,’ a track that propelled the audience to cloud nine.
Closing out the night, Young Zesh brought the sounds of Swazi hip hop to new heights, performing tracks from his newly released album ‘Lwandiso.’
From ‘Sivumeleni’ to ‘Ceshe Eshe,’ Young Zesh painted a vibrant tapestry of sound that resonated with every ear in the audience, a fitting conclusion to a night of music, dance, and unbridled joy.
