AB Crazy Recalls The Day He Recorded “Jova” With Flabba

AB Crazy Recalls The Day He Recorded “Jova” With Flabba. Not every young rapper gets the chance to collaborate with seasoned veterans in the music industry, especially in the realm of South African Hip Hop.

However, AB Crazy not only had the opportunity to interact with some of the genre’s stalwarts but also successfully secured a collaboration with the legendary Flabba, Vetkuk vs Mahoota, Cassper Nyovest and Tbo Touch. During his peak, AB Crazy was part of a series of musical masterpieces that achieved crossover success, which included hits like “Kisses,” “Rands & Nairas,” and “Jova.”

Taking to Twitter (X), AB Crazy shared a picture of him and the late Flabba on the day they recorded “Jova.” “Legendary…had my Goat Flabba at ma crib, we recorded Jova !” Wrote AB Crazy.

The song “Jova” is a sentimental favourite among numerous SA Hip Hop fans, and AB Crazy’s fond memories provide insight into the collaborative effort that birthed the track. Flabba, also known as Nkululeko Habedi, was a trailblazer in the South African hip-hop scene, leaving an enduring impact on the industry until his unfortunate demise in 2015.

In the intro of the song, Tbo Touch acknowledged AB Crazy being surrounded by the greatest artists in the SA music industry. “Oh hold on I had to do it, come on… AB Crazy on a track it must be crazy to be with Flabba… It’s your boy lets go!” Tbo Touch said.

In 2014, “Jova” rapidly ascended the charts, establishing itself as a triumph that underscored the flawless collaboration. The track’s captivating beat, coupled with AB Crazy’s memorable chorus, resonated with fans, cementing its status as an essential inclusion in South African hip-hop playlists.