Heavy K has ignited a stir by publicly urging Samthing Soweto on Twitter, X to shoot the long-awaited music video for their popular track “Ulele.” Released last year, the song has garnered significant fan acclaim, yet the lack of a music video has left many eager for its visual debut.
Amidst a separate controversy involving DJ Maphorisa, Samthing Soweto trended on Twitter, X prompting Heavy K to seize the moment. He tweeted directly at Soweto, stating, “Can we shoot the ‘Ulele’ music video, bro? I’ve been trying to reach out…” This direct appeal quickly drew attention, with some users accusing Heavy K of opportunism and attempting to leverage Samthing Soweto’s current high profile rather than genuinely advancing their collaborative project.
The reaction was immediate, with critics labeling Heavy K’s approach as insensitive given the timing. They argued that addressing the music video issue while Samthing Soweto was embroiled in another controversy appeared exploitative. However, Heavy K defended his actions, asserting that his request was intended to push forward their shared project and was not a strategic move to capitalise on the ongoing situation.
Heavy K clarified that he had been attempting to arrange the music video shoot since December of the previous year, well before the current events. He emphasised that his tweet was a straightforward attempt to accelerate the completion of their collaborative effort, and expressed frustration over the delays.
In response to the backlash, Heavy K stated that “Ulele” is a joint project, and he has every right to advocate for its completion. He warned that should he proceed with the music video independently, he hopes not to face further criticism, reminding fans of his efforts to engage with Soweto. “If I shoot the music video without him, then you might say boycott Heavy K, but remember I tried to reach out,” he wrote.
Heavy K also acknowledged Samthing Soweto’s personal challenges but stressed the importance of finalising their joint work. This public exchange highlights the intricacies and potential pitfalls of collaborative projects in the music industry, where creative differences and personal issues can impact progress. Nevertheless, fans remain hopeful for a music video release that will complement the song’s success.
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