Silang Mabele cover

Silang Mabele

Vusi Mahlasela · 1997

61 min · 14 tracks · música popular brasileira

A soulful fusion of traditional South African rhythms and poignant lyrical storytelling that resonates with deep emotional truths.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional storytelling journey
  • poignant reflections on life
  • soulful rhythms for deep listening
  • resonant themes of love and
  • thoughtful accompaniment for quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1997, Vusi Mahlasela had established himself as a significant voice in South African music following his debut album in 1992. 'Silang Mabele' was his second album, showcasing his growth as an artist while reflecting the social and political landscape of post-apartheid South Africa, further solidifying his role as a cultural commentator.
Stylistic neighbors
Baaba Maal· Hugh Masekela· Oliver Mtukudzi

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Khunkwane 4:16
  • 2 Silang Mabele 5:38
  • 3 Loneliness 4:28
  • 4 Sleep Tight Margaret 4:08
  • 5 Antone 5:31
  • 6 Kwa-Zulu 4:29
  • 7 Troubadour 4:31
  • 8 Africa Is Dying 3:32
  • 9 Smomothela 5:12
  • 10 Love Prints 3:38
  • 11 Ke Kgale 5:09
  • 12 Kuyobjani Na? 3:27
  • 13 Weeping 1:27
  • 14 Prayer of Our Time 5:39

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