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New Song: King May Umlazi
South African artist King May (also known as Yi’Bhoza) has officially dropped “Umlazi”, a dynamic Gqom anthem released on July 23, 2025 The track is already buzzing across platforms like TikTok, where clips tagged #kingmayibhoza and #gqomtotheworld show fans reacting to its energetic rhythms and visceral Durban township vibes.
King May
King May immerses listeners in Umlazi’s social tapestry. The song stands proud in the tradition of township anthems that weave community life, Zulu cultural identity, and modern expression. From its name meaning sour or fermented milk, rooted in local oral lore to its gritty beats, “Umlazi” resonates as both music and cultural mirror.
Umlazi
Just days after release, #Umlazi and #kingmayibhoza flooded TikTok, with users across Mzansi (South Africa), Durban, Cape Town, and beyond uploading dance challenges and reaction videos. Popular clips garnering thousands of likes emphasize the song’s contagious energy and its resonance with a younger generation hungry for authentic township expression.
Conclusion
As “Umlazi” continues to trend, all eyes with both industry insiders and fans will be on King May. Will he follow up with a visual music video? Collaborate with other township icons? Perform live across South African cities? For now, “Umlazi” stands as a bold, rhythmic declaration a celebration of home, identity, and Gqom’s unstoppable evolution.