Umhlobo Wenene FM Podcast with MalehMalehloka Hlalele, popularly known as Maleh, returns in 2022, with a brand new Afro Pop album titled ‘Lerato Laka' In this much anticipated offering, Maleh shares the different seasons of her life that would propel her to step into her own power as an independent Woman. ‘Lerato laka ’, celebrates the journey women take into finding alignment, realising their worth, discovering self love and pursuing their destinies, against all odds.
Songs, such as ‘Fire Dancer’ and ‘Maboneng’, and ‘March on’ explore the challenges of ensuring the fulfilment of purpose as well as the realisation of one’s vision and dream. The variety of musical sounds and influences by different genres, showcased throughout the project, further display the artist’s versatility and ability to uniquely approach different ‘tones’ while still maintaining the authenticity of her voice and soulful spirit.
Maleh is also recognised for her heartfelt love ballads, and songs like ‘Sokalam’ and ‘Lerato laka' are true to form, maintaining her reputation as an amorous songwriter, from her heart to her pen. In ‘Dem go say’, Maleh shares her vulnerability after experiencing heartbreak, while going on to encourage belief in the healing power of love and the eternal hope inherent in the quest for true Love.
The album is produced by Nigerian producer, Goldsmith, who has steered the music onto an international stage, approaching it with sound choices that produce a current and youthful character, which inevitably for makes a beautiful blend and fusion of West African and Southern African melodies and sound.
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