Tshego Santana Explains Why DJ Maphorisa Skit Made It Onto His New EP “Santilala”
Tshego Santana Explains Why DJ Maphorisa Skit Made It Onto His New EP “SantiLala” Tshego Santana’s newly released EP, SantiLala, has been sparking conversations not only for its fresh sound but also for its unique features—one of them being a surprise DJ Maphorisa skit on the track “Khabonina.” The famous “Ae Khonahale” skit, immortalised in the culture of South African music, finds new life in Santana’s tape, and fans wanted to know why.
In a recent interview, OkaySwisher asked the question on everyone’s mind: “What made you add that DJ Maphorisa skit?” Santana’s response revealed just how deeply he resonates with the acclaimed producer.
“DJ Maphorisa is someone that I look up to. He’s someone whose footsteps I think we should all follow. I think we advocate for the same thing even though he is at the top, but I get him a lot. Those little lives that people always find amusing are so real, and I relate to that. You can’t hate on this sht man. You just have to be inspired. I stand for the same things as he does. Good inspiration coming into the composition of this tape.”
For Tshego, Maphorisa represents authenticity and inspiration. Including him in the EP was not just about adding a laugh, but about paying homage to someone who has defined a generation of South African music while remaining relatable. The skit stands as a salute to a creative icon who balances humour with realness, showing listeners that even legends can be funny and deeply human
