After months of speculation and “piano” fans pleading for new music, Kabelo Motha (Kabza De Small) broke his silence during a social media interaction. When a fan asked, “KOA 3 this year Grootman?”, Kabza replied with a simple yet explosive: “Yeah done, waiting for the final artwork.”
Why KOA 3 is a Major Milestone
The King of Amapiano series isn’t just a set of albums; it is a chronicle of the genre’s evolution.
- The Legacy: The original KOA (2020) was a double-platinum success that cemented Amapiano as a global force. KOA II Part 1 (2022) expanded that sound with massive collaborations like “Khusela” with Msaki.
- The Wait: It has been nearly four years since the last official KOA installment. While Kabza has been busy with collaborative projects like Bab’Motha (2025) and Isimo with Mthunzi, KOA 3 represents his return to a solo-led magnum opus.
- Current Status: In the music world, “waiting for artwork” usually means the tracks are mastered and the rollout is imminent. We can likely expect a lead single to drop within the next few weeks.
What to Expect
While the tracklist remains a closely guarded secret, industry insiders suggest the album will feature a blend of Soulful Private School Piano and the harder Sgija sounds that have dominated the 2025/2026 club scene.
