“Jerusalema” by Master KG feat. Nomcebo: The Making of a Worldwide Dance Phenomenon!

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“Jerusalema” by Master KG feat. Nomcebo: The Making of a Worldwide Dance Phenomenon!

Here are 8 facts about the song:

1. “Jerusalema” is a song by South African musician Master KG featuring Nomcebo Zikode. It was released on November 29, 2019, and became a viral sensation in 2020.

2. The song is sung in Zulu, one of the official languages of South Africa.

3. The song’s title refers to the city of Jerusalem, which is considered a holy city by Jews, Christians, and Muslims.

4. The song’s lyrics are about a pilgrimage to Jerusalem and the singer’s longing for God’s guidance.

5. The song has been described as a fusion of house and gospel music. And, it was produced by Master KG himself.

6. The song has been described as a symbol of hope and unity during the COVID-19 pandemic.

7. The song has inspired a dance challenge called the #JerusalemaChallenge, which has gone viral on social media platforms such as TikTok.

8. The song has been streamed over 500 million times on Spotify alone.

Bonus facts:

• The song has been covered by various artists and choirs around the world, including the Italian Navy Band, who performed it in honor of COVID-19 victims.

• The song has charted in several countries around the world, including Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland.

• The song won several awards at the 2020 South African Music Awards (SAMAs), including Record of the Year and Best Collaboration.

• The music video for the song was directed by Kyle White and features Master KG and Nomcebo Zikode dancing in various locations around Johannesburg.

• The song has been remixed by several artists, including Burna Boy and Nigerian producer Rexxie.


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