: Backed by the Makgona Tsohle Band , the music is characterized by "skittering" guitar lines, a prominent thumping bass, and a steady 8/8 township beat. Evolution and Visualizers

While the song has deep roots—originally appearing on the 1988 album Melodi Yalla —it has seen a resurgence through modern digital formats. Mahlathini and The Mahotella Queens – Melodi Yalla Lyrics

: His deep, gravelly roar is perfectly balanced by the sweet, high-energy harmonies of the Mahotella Queens .