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Spirit (Kwesta song)
2017 single by Kwesta featuring Wale From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"Spirit" is a single by South African rapper Kwesta featuring American rapper Wale, released on October 12, 2017 through Sony and Urbantainment.[5][6][7] The song was written by Kwesta, Wale, and Makwa who also handled the production.
The song was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa.[8][9][10][11]
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Composition
"Spirit" samples the 2011 South African number 1 hit record "These Tears" [12][13][14] as performed and written by South African House group Spiritchaser.[15]
Music video
The music video was released on Kwesta's Vevo account on 11 January 2018. It was directed by Skeem Saam's director Tebogo Malope in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, Kwesta's birthplace. The video shows Kwesta and Wale performing to a crowd of fans, driving in a Lamborghini in a tunnel and popping alcoholic beverages.[16]
IOL wrote:
The music video showcases real people in the township with beautiful cinematography by the director and brilliant editing of said images.[17]
The music video features a cameo by American rapper, singer-songwriter, and record producer, Jidenna and Ekurhuleni mayor Mzwandile Masina.[18][19]
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Charts
Accolades
"Spirit" was nominated at 2018 DStv Mzansi Viewers' Choice Awards.[20]
Certifications
Release history
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References
External links
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