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Wassabee The DJ Weighs In On What SA Hip-Hop Is Missing Right Now. South African hip-hop has never lacked lyrical talent, but Wassabee The DJ believes the genre may be missing something more important: music that connects with listeners on an emotional level.
Speaking to Raptype Mag in a recent conversation about the genre’s changing landscape, the DJ reflected on a time when hip-hop dominated the charts and shaped the culture, questioning what has changed and what artists need to bring back into their music. For Wassabee, the answer comes down to intention and the responsibility artists have towards the people who listen to their music.
“I feel like maybe artists have become less intentional about creating music for their listeners,” she said. “As hip-hop artists, we have a responsibility to make sure our listeners enjoy the music. It’s not always about the bars or how lyrical you can be. Sometimes, you need to make music that touches people’s hearts, makes them feel good, gives them a good time, and boosts their confidence. For me, that’s what’s missing today.”
Her comments offer a different perspective on the conversation surrounding South African hip-hop’s place in the current music landscape. While discussions about the genre often centre on commercial success, lyrical ability and the competition for mainstream attention, Wassabee believes artists also need to consider how their music makes people feel.
In her view, technical ability and clever wordplay remain important, but they should not overshadow the connection between an artist and their audience. A song can showcase exceptional lyricism, yet still miss the opportunity to make a lasting impression on the people it is meant to reach.
Wassabee argued that hip-hop should offer more than a display of skill. It should give listeners something they can relate to, something that lifts their spirits, builds their confidence or simply provides a soundtrack to a good time.
Her perspective also raises questions about how artists measure the impact of their music. Beyond streams, chart positions and lyrical recognition, there is the question of whether the music genuinely resonates with the people supporting the culture.
Rather than suggesting that South African hip-hop needs to abandon its lyrical roots, Wassabee is calling for a stronger balance between technical excellence and emotional connection. For her, making music for the people should remain at the centre of the creative process.
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