The 2024 Milli Gang

In the past year, Namibia has seen an unprecedented rise in YouTube music video views, with multiple music videos reaching one million views. One could attribute this to the standard of the visuals being better than ever before but competition, the general influence of the culture and especially the cinematographers creativity cannot be overlooked. MICHAEL KAYUNDE WINDHOEK Whether the strategy was having a music video premiere event, TikTok challenge or just daily on-the-ground old school marketing the business of advertising music videos has definitely advanced. Considering that Namibia has never been a high-selling nation compared to the international market, one million views is a strong step in the right direction - not to mention that it raises the bar of what is viewed as success of a song. Tjil salutes the following artists whose music videos garnered a million views in 2024. Home - Ms Gideon Featuring Gazza Release date: 1 November 2024 Views: 1,123,168Ms Gideon has etched her name in Namibian music history with her latest single, ‘Home,’ becoming the first music video from the country to surpass one million views on YouTube within a month of its release. Adding to this milestone, the artist now boasts two additional million-view certifications for her 2023 singles, ‘Jehovah’ and ‘For My Girls’ solidifying her status as a trailblazer in the industry.SHOOTAH - DJ Spuzza Featuring Zella FullForce x LvmuRelease date: 8 August 2024 Views: 1,020,026 DJ Spuzza continues to expand his growing catalog of hits, with his street anthem ‘Shootah’ crossing the coveted one-million-view milestone on YouTube. The achievement underscores the formidable influence Spuzza wields both online and on the streets. The track, a collaboration with Zella FullForce, SQ Musiq, and Thexa on production, features Lvmu and showcases a dynamic fusion of talent. The visually arresting music video was brought to life by the creative team at Those Uptown Boyz and Didi Reloaded.Dorado - DJ Vuyo Featuring Page Ethnix Release date: 31 May 2024 Views: 1,723,653Last year, DJ Vuyo and Page Ethnix delivered a defining moment for the Namibian music scene with their hit single Dorado. The track dominated the airwaves, becoming a cultural phenomenon and earning the coveted Song of the Year award at the 2024 DStv Namibia Content Creator Awards. Beyond its infectious rhythm, the accompanying visuals resonated deeply with audiences, amassing over a million views in record time and solidifying Dorado as both a musical and visual triumph.Keengolo - Tate Buti Ft Teqla Release date: 4 February 2024 Views: 1,238,640In one of the standout collaborations of 2024, Tate Buti joined forces with Teqla to deliver a gospel track that resonated deeply with music fans across Namibia. The accompanying video, a visually compelling work produced by Spectrum Media and directed by Mepani M, quickly became a sensation, earning over a million views. This remarkable partnership stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and the enduring appeal of heartfelt artistry.Honourable mentions Namibian artists have increasingly recognized the value of pairing their music with compelling visuals, even in the form of minimalist visualizers rather than full-scale music videos. This strategic embrace has yielded significant results, with several visualizers crossing the coveted million-view mark. Among these are Latoya Stella’s vibrant ‘Commando’ dance video, the evocative ‘//Khoara’ by Kalux and Mooi Ngaro, and the energetic ‘Skroef Fontein’ by SQ Musiq and DJ Thexa, featuring DJ Spuzza and Lvmu. These achievements highlight the evolving synergy between audio and visual storytelling in Namibia’s music industry.

The 2024 Milli Gang

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Namibian Sun 2025-04-04

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