The South African entertainment scene is buzzing after controversial podcaster MacG once again stirred up a frenzy with his blunt remarks about rapper Cassper Nyovest. During a recent episode of his widely followed podcast, “Podcast and Chill with MacG”, the outspoken commentator described Nyovest as “washed up,” leaving social media divided and conversations swirling across the country.
MacG didn’t hold back as he criticized Nyovest’s performance, stating that the rapper’s recent shows lacked the energy and excitement of his past hits. “Cassper is washed. People will think I am hating… There’s a saying in football; one pundit said: ‘You must leave the football before the football leaves you.’ Cassper needs to leave the mic before the mic leaves him,” MacG declared.
The comments, which were aired during a recent podcast episode, quickly went viral, triggering a wave of reactions online. MacG continued to delve into the specifics of Nyovest’s recent performance, particularly recalling his appearance at the Sunbet Arena, where he noticed a stark difference in crowd engagement. While the crowd went wild for older hits like “Doc Shebeleza,” the energy dropped as Nyovest performed newer songs like “Hosh Karamaima,” with some audience members even leaving the venue early.
Co-host Sol Phenduka echoed MacG’s sentiments, suggesting that Cassper is still capable of better but needs to adapt to the evolving music scene. “We are putting the cart before the horse; we are worried about getting the right dance challenge and songs can do well without dance challenges. South Africans love good music,” Phenduka added.
But Cassper Nyovest, never one to shy away from criticism, fired back on social media with a playful yet spiritual response. “They are right. I AM WASHED!!!! WASHED BY THE BLOOD OF THE HOLY LAMB & I AM NOW A NEW CREATURE. ALL THE GLORY GOES TO MY LORD AND SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST!!!” Nyovest continued, emphasizing his gratitude and blessings despite the critiques.
Not one to dwell on negativity, Nyovest announced his next big move: the return of his iconic “Fill Up” concert series. Taking to Twitter, he shared his excitement with fans, revealing that he had contacted his manager to start planning for the highly anticipated event. “Just called manager T-Lee & asked him to call stadium management cause I’m doing FILL UP this year. Never heard that nigga get so excited!!! He has been asking me and I’m finally ready!!! TEAM NYOVEST!!! GET READY!!! WE GOING BACK TO THE STADIUM!!!”
The announcement sent his dedicated fanbase into a frenzy, with many expressing their excitement and support for the return of the Fill Up concerts, which have become a defining moment in South African music history. One fan wrote, “My boys and I was there 10 years ago at your first Fill Up – #FillUpTheDome. 20k in the crowd, history in the making, NEVER been seen before!! We DEFINITELY going to be there 10 years later!!”
However, not all fans were on board with the response. Some felt that Nyovest’s reaction to MacG’s comments was beneath him, with one critic remarking, “All this cause of what MacG said about you on the podcast, come on man, you’re bigger than this.”
As the debate continues to rage on, one thing is clear: MacG and Cassper Nyovest are not afraid to speak their minds, and this public exchange has once again brought the intersection of South African music, celebrity culture, and social media to the forefront of national conversations. Will Nyovest’s Fill Up concerts be the grand comeback he hopes for? Only time will tell.
