The Amapiano music scene is on fire right now, and at the heart of it is Focalistic, whose fiery verse on the track Biri Marung has become the talk of South Africa and beyond.
Featured alongside Mr Pilato, Ego Slimflow, Tebogo G Mashego, DJ Maphorisa, and Scotts Maphuma, Focalistic’s contribution to the song is stealing the spotlight, driving the track to new heights of popularity.
Over the past couple of weeks, Biri Marung has been trending across multiple platforms, with fans flocking to social media to celebrate the track’s infectious rhythm and Focalistic’s now-iconic verse. The song’s catchy lines, particularly the part where Focalistic chants:
“Cash kontant ‘huh’
Trrrrrr phaa ‘huh’
Shandapha ‘huh’ (Yey wena mahn!)
Are Maradona ke star ‘huh'”
This has sparked an organic dance challenge that has everyone from TikTok creators to everyday fans dancing and lip-syncing along to the infectious lines. The catchy, rhythmic phrases have quickly become a viral sensation, with thousands of videos surfacing online showing people of all ages doing their best Biri Marung moves.
By all indications, Biri Marung is shaping up to be the South African festive season anthem of 2024. The track has been steadily climbing local music charts and dominating streaming platforms, showing no signs of slowing down. What makes the song even more special is the way it brings together a diverse group of artists, each contributing their unique flavor to the infectious Amapiano groove.
Focalistic, born Lethabo Sebetso, has been no stranger to the international stage, but with Biri Marung, it seems he’s reached a new level of stardom. Already in the midst of an international tour, Focalistic is performing the song to eager fans around the world, further solidifying his reputation as one of the genre’s leading stars.
