South African musician DJ Tira has said he will not bow to social media pressure after coming under fire for excluding Durban influencer Mgilane on his latest song despite allegedly using his style.
Tira’s latest song, Siya’Phothula has seen him face heavy criticism as many felt that he should have included Mgilane on the track. The pair had previously been pictured together, with the assumption that they were going to make magic in the studio.
According to TshisaLIVE, reception of the song had been lukewarm as many felt that it was missing its originator.
“How does he use Mgilane’s flow without him in the song? It’s like he stole his flow from him because what’s evident is the exclusion of Mgilane. People are not liking the song because the originator isn’t included”, said the source.
Another source said: “Uyakanga [he’s being silly]. People are really disappointed with Tira’s move”.
In response, Tira said he was not moved by the criticism he had been subjected to, particularly on social media.
“The song is doing well on digital platforms. I’m back with my gqom sound to the fullest. People on social media will always talk. We’ve got Mgilane on the promo. When you put him in, they ask why you are putting Mgilane there.
“People will always have something to say and angeke sizwe ngabo [I won’t take instruction from them]. They’ll see Mgilane on the music video. This wasn’t a music video but a promotional video.”
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