JOHANNESBURG – On January 29, 2017, Kabelo Motsamai—known to the world as Prince Kaybee—stepped into the studio to record a song that would forever alter the trajectory of South African dance music. Today, nine years later, the producer has officially declared it “Charlotte Day.”
The Birth of a Classic
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) to mark the anniversary, Kaybee shared a simple but powerful message: “9 years on this day 29 Jan I recorded Charlotte. HAPPY CHARLOTTE DAY.” The post instantly ignited a wave of nostalgia across social media, as fans revisited the track that solidified the producer’s reputation for storytelling through house music.
The Magic of the Kaybee-Zamar Collaboration
While Prince Kaybee provided the sophisticated, rhythmic foundation, it was Lady Zamar’s ethereal and emotive vocals that gave “Charlotte” its soul. The song’s narrative—a woman confronting the “other woman”—struck a chord with listeners, blending raw vulnerability with a high-energy beat that remains a staple in DJ sets nearly a decade later.
Fans Demand an Encore
The anniversary has reignited a conversation about the current state of SA music, with fans praising the song’s “timeless quality” compared to modern trends.
- “One of your best songs, even the music video did justice to it,” commented one follower.
- Another fan added: “You gave us a masterpiece of a lifetime! When are you hitting us with new music like this?”
