"Umlando" is a song by Toss, 9umba, and Mdoovar featuring Sino Msolo, Lady Du, Young Stunna, Sir Trill, and Slade released on January 13, 2022.[1][2] It was produced by Letlotlo-la-bakuena Letlatsa, and Mduduzi Memela.
| "Umlando" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Toss, 9umba, and Mdoovar featuring Sino Msolo, Lady Du, Young Stunna, Sir Trill, and Slade | |
| from the EP Umlando | |
| Language | Isizulu |
| English title | History |
| Released | January 13, 2022 |
| Recorded | 2021–2022 |
| Genre | Amapiano |
| Label | Soweto Cool |
| Producer(s) | Letlotlo-la-bakuena Letlatsa Mduduzi Memela |
It debuted at number 3 in South Africa. The song was certified platinum in South Africa.
Commercial performance edit
The song debuted number 3 on Apple Music charts Top 100 and surpassed 7.5 million streams on digital streaming platforms.[3][4]
Accolades edit
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | "Umlando" | TikTok Viral Song of the Year | Won | [7] |
| 2023 | Music Video of the Year | Pending |
Charts edit
| Chart (2022) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| South Africa (EMA)[8] | 2 |
Release history edit
| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | January 13, 2022 | Digital download | Original | [9] |
References edit
- ^ Notho, Snazo (January 20, 2022). "Getting to know the artists behind the popular uMlando track | Drum". South Africa: Drum. Retrieved April 23, 2022.
- ^ "UMLANDO IS A FIRST OF MANY FROM TRIO | Dailysun". Daily SUN. Retrieved April 23, 2022.
- ^ Mphande, Joy (April 4, 2022). "Umlando' hitmaker Toss talks about fame, and sheds light on crying video". TimesLIVE. Retrieved April 23, 2022.
- ^ "Top 100: South Africa on Apple Music". Apple Music. Retrieved April 23, 2022.
- ^ Nkabinde, Tebogo (April 1, 2022). "'Umlando' hits platinum status - Entertainment SA". Entertainment SA. Retrieved April 23, 2022.
- ^ "Toss, 9umba and Mdoovar, making history with "uMlando"". Pan African Music. April 1, 2022. Retrieved April 23, 2022.
- ^ Mahamba, Chulumanco (August 14, 2022). "Nominees for first 'TikTok Viral Song of the Year' at 28th SAMAs announced". Independent Online. Retrieved August 18, 2022.
- ^ "EMA Top 10 Airplay: Week Ending 2022-04-23". Entertainment Monitoring Africa. Retrieved 2022-04-28.
- ^ "Umlando (feat. Sir Trill, Sino Msolo, Lady Du, Young Stunna & Slade) by 9umba, Toss & Mdoovar - Song on Apple Music". Apple Music. Retrieved January 13, 2022.