South African rising star Mawelele is stepping into 2026 with a brand new sound and a new chapter in his personal life. Following his high-profile debut of girlfriend Liu Bassie on Valentine’s Day, the singer has announced his latest single, fittingly titled Forever.
In a romantic gesture that has social media abuzz, Mawelele unveiled the single’s cover art, which features a heartfelt photo of the couple together.
Inspired by Her
The musician took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a intimate video of himself playing the track for Liu Bassie while sitting in a car, watching her reaction to the heartfelt lyrics.
“I wrote this song for her, and I wanted her to know that she’s my forever.” — Mawelele
A New Chapter in 2026
Forever marks Mawelele’s first official release of the year and signals a departure from his previous public associations. Fans previously speculated about his relationship status due to frequent public collaborations with Naledi Aphiwe. However, this new release firmly establishes Liu Bassie as his leading lady.
The track is set for release this Friday, promising a soulful start to the singer’s musical year.
