Lolli Native Returns with Sophomore Album ‘AMANDLA’

The arrival of new music often shifts the energy in the culture, and this week it is Lolli Native’s turn to stir that conversation. After building anticipation over the past months, the Cape Town-born rapper has officially unveiled his sophomore project titled Amandla.

The title itself, carrying the weight of a powerful declaration, sets the tone for what the body of work represents. Lolli Native approaches the project with intent, delivering a sound that stands firmly on the foundations of his artistry while also stretching into new spaces. Where his debut project Ivangeli established him as a distinctive voice, Amandla now pushes forward as a statement rooted in resilience, layered storytelling and gratitude.

The album arrives as a 10-track collection, each piece designed to carry its own identity while contributing to the broader narrative. The soundscape unfolds with a blend of street rap and kwaito-hop influences, cut through by moments of soulful melody. It is a musical journey that is as textured as it is deliberate, capturing the intersections of rhythm, prayer and perseverance.

One of the defining features of Amandla is its collaborative spirit. Heavyweight names across the industry appear on the track list, each bringing their own texture into the fold. The contributions of Emtee, Anzo, Bugzito, Phila Madlingozi, 25K, Jay Claude, Yamke, Lerato Lichaba and members of ATM layer the album with depth. These voices do not simply feature—they intertwine with Lolli Native’s delivery to build a sound that reflects community, strength, and creative unity.

Behind the music, production takes a central role in shaping the atmosphere of the project. With beats and direction provided by Masta BC, Young 2unn Beats, Rillo Beats, Enodacooldude, Jay Smash x Fzeikk, and Tru Hitz, the album balances grit with melody, edge with reflection. The production ensures that while each track holds its own, the project still moves as one cohesive journey from beginning to end.

Amandla presents itself as a body of work that captures a moment in time. It speaks to persistence in the face of challenge while celebrating the spaces where faith and gratitude meet. Every track arrives as part of a wider story, pulling listeners into the sound and message that Lolli Native has pieced together with his collaborators.

As the project makes its way into the public space, it marks another chapter in South African hip-hop’s growing landscape. Amandla carries its message with weight, and with its release, it takes its place in the current conversation about music, resilience and the cultural presence.