Highly Flavoured is the debut studio album by South African singer, poet and songwriter Busiswa. It was released on 8 December 2017 through Kalawa Jazmee. The album features guest appearances by artists DJ Maphorisa, Busi N, DJ Athie, Da Fre, DJ Toxic, Nokwazi, Moozlie, Lando and Yasirah. Primarily, Highly Flavoured is a gqom album.
The album received positive reviews from music critics. It was certified gold by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA). It produced one single — "Bazoyenza".
Critical reception
Release and promotion In August 2017, Gqulu announced that her debut album will be entitled Highly Flavored. Throughout the remainder of 2017, Gqulu featured on several singles, including Tipcee's "Isichathulo" and DJ Maphorisa's "Vuvushka" and "Midnight Starring". "Bazoyenza" was released as the lead single off Highly Flavored.
Accolades YearAward ceremonyPrizeResult201824th South African Music AwardsBest Kwaito AlbumFemale Artist of the Year
Track listing
Certifications RegionCertificationSalesSouth Africa (RiSA)Gold15 000± Personnel Credits all adapted from AllMusic.
Da Fresh - Featured Artist DJ Athie - Featured Artist DJ Maphorisa - Featured Artist Busiswa Gqulu - Primary Artist, Composer Rabelani Madula - Composer Nqobile Mahlangu - Composer Mihlali Mali - Composer Athanathi Mbilini - Composer Joyous Buthelezi Mdlongwa - Composer Moozlie - Featured Artist Tshepo William Mpinga - Composer Busi N - Featured Artist Busisiwe Ngwenya - Composer Nokwazi - Featured Artist Themba Sekowe - Composer Akona Sitani - Composer Sibusiso Sonti - Composer Thabo Tshepe - Composer Lando - Featured Artist Yasirah - Featured Artist
Release history + List of release dates, showing region, formats, label, editions and reference Region Date Format(s) Label Edition(s) Various 8 December 2018 Universal Music Standard
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