Bittersweet Revelation! Yanga Chief Shares Original Version Of AKA’s Starsigns Ft Pro Kid
Bittersweet Revelation! Yanga Chief Shares Original Version Of AKA’s Starsigns Ft Pro Kid. The South African hip-hop community was electrified yesterday after Yanga Chief, the celebrated rapper and songwriter, unveiled the previously unheard original rendition of the legendary song “Starsign” by AKA, featuring Pro Kid.
The release of this long-lost version has evoked a wave of bittersweet nostalgia among fans and music industry insiders. Yanga Chief took to Instagram and shared the snippet of the unreleased song with his followers. The famed rapper accompanied the post with an emotional caption expressing his admiration for the late rappers Pro Kid and AKA for their contribution to SA Hip-hop.
“Actually found the original version of Star Signs on my phone. This was such an epic studio session. This night will always be in my heart. RIP FORBES x PRO bafethu“❤️. Wrote Yanga Chief. the track “Starsigns” initially gained immense popularity when it was released back in 2018 as part of AKA’s critically acclaimed album “Touch My Blood.”
Kiernan Forbes did not release the version which has been shared by Yanga Chief, rather the late rapper featured the veteran rapper Stogie T. Even though that was the case, the revelation of this hidden gem has reignited conversations about the rich legacy of South African hip-hop and the profound impact of artists like Pro Kid on the genre.
Fans have flooded social media with messages of appreciation for the late rappers, acknowledging their enduring influence on the music industry even after his untimely departure. Yanga Chief’s gesture has not only provided a platform for fans to reconnect with Pro Kid and the Supa Mega’s timeless artistry but has also underscored the importance of preserving and honouring the legacies of influential artists in the country’s vibrant music landscape.
