In a recent interview, Shebeshxt, the Limpopo rapper, shed light on the aftermath of releasing his song “Thwerka” with DJ Maphorisa.
What seemed like a collaborative success quickly turned into a situation filled with uncertainty and suspicion.
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Shebeshxt revealed that he had no knowledge of how the royalties for the song would be split and felt like he was being kept in the dark. To make matters worse, he found out about the song’s release on the internet, just like everyone else. This raised fans’ suspicion about DJ Maphorisa’s business dealings.
During the interview, Shebeshxt expressed his respect for DJ Maphorisa but couldn’t help but question his business ethics. He stated that they had never discussed how the rights for the song would be split, leaving him in a state of uncertainty.
Shebeshxt’s experience with DJ Maphorisa made him question the kind of businessman he really is.
Furthermore, the rapper admitted that he needs more knowledge on how the music business works. While royalties are important, they aren’t the sole focus for him.
Shebeshxt believes that artists like DJ Maphorisa should guide and educate others in the industry, rather than keeping them in the dark.
SurgeZirc SA reported on the backlash DJ Maphorisa received after disclosing that artists who record in his studio forfeit their music rights to him. Considering that “Thwerka” was recorded in Maphorisa’s studio, it’s evident that Shebeshxt may have to kiss those royalties goodbye.
The revelations made by Shebeshxt left netizens stunned, and they didn’t hold back in calling out DJ Maphorisa on his shady business dealings. Users took to Twitter to express their thoughts and reactions:
User @vnatorb shared a short clip from the interview, where Shebeshxt said, “I don’t like sugarcoating stuff, I tell the truth, and people hate me for that. I respect him a lot, and I’m not saying I want the split sheets; I just need knowledge. I’d be happy if people like him would teach us how the music business works because when they don’t guide us, you start doubting them and yourself.”
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Twitter user @chrisecxel102 commented, “There’s trouble in studio paradise.” @kevinwizlxvi wrote, “It looks like it didn’t end well.” @pulengkagiso posted, “When Mac G said Phori was taking people for a ride, y’all came for him. Here is the proof.” User @user-bh2xy1mi6v called out DJ Maphorisa, stating, “Maphorisa is doing too much now.” And @ora5252 responded, “Mac G was right about Maphorisa. Big ups to Shebeshxt for being open.”
These reactions on social media reflect the disappointment and frustration felt by fans and fellow artists who have experienced similar situations in the music industry.
