Johannesburg trap star and Emtee Records artist BABYG!RL ZAE has officially released her new single, “Tlean,” featuring KwaZulu-Natal rapper Sastii. Dropped on August 7, 2026, the collaboration merges ZAE’s commanding trap flow with Sastii’s melodic KZN South Coast delivery.
The release follows her 2025 project MATR!ARCHY and her earlier 2026 collaboration “Manje” with label head Emtee, cementing her standing as one of the leading female voices in contemporary South African hip-hop.
Key Highlights of the Release
- Official Drop: Released on Friday, August 7, 2026, following cryptic teaser posts across ZAE’s social media channels.
- Feature Dynamics: KZN rapper Sastii—known for his work with The Qwellers and collaborations with Sjava—brings melodic Afro-trap contrasts to ZAE’s hard-hitting verses.
- Emtee Records Era: Continues a strong run of singles following her feature alongside Emtee on “Manje.”
- Platform Availability: “Tlean” is currently streaming across all major digital platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music.
