MacG questions Zee Nxumalo's next move after another awards drought

The latest episode of Podcast and Chill with MacG took a deep dive into the career trajectory of Amapiano star Zee Nxumalo. The hosts expressed concern after the singer failed to secure a single win at the SAMA32 ceremony, despite entering the night with high expectations.

Nxumalo was a top contender with five nominations, including Best Female Artist and Best Amapiano Album. Her hit song 'Funk 55' was also in the running for both Record of the Year and Music Video of the Year, yet she walked away without any silverware.

A Growing Pattern of Losses

This latest disappointment follows a similar trend seen at the Metro FM Music Awards. At that event, Nxumalo received seven nominations but did not manage to clinch a victory in any category, leading to comparisons with Hollywood's famous award droughts.

During the podcast, MacG’s co-host noted the visible difficulty of the situation. He mentioned how painful it was to watch the singer wait for her name to be called by presenters, only for the award to go to a competitor.

Strategic Advice from the Chillers

The conversation turned to what the artist should do next to protect her brand. One of the hosts suggested a radical move: "At this point, she must stop submitting for these awards, bro."

The duo acknowledged that while her music, particularly tracks like 'Nsaku Tanda', has made a massive impact on the charts, the Amapiano genre has become incredibly crowded. The sheer volume of talent in the space makes winning top honors more difficult than ever.

Social Media Weighs In

Fans and critics on X have been divided over the singer's recent run of bad luck. While some believe her time will come, others agree with the podcast hosts that the constant nominations without wins could be disheartening for a rising star.