"Amagents" is a single by South African singer and songwriter Samthing Soweto, released on June 24, 2022 by Youbuntu. It debuted number one in South Africa.[2] The song was certified gold by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA).[3][4]
| "Amagents" | ||||
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| Single by Samthing Soweto | ||||
| Released | June 24, 2022 | |||
| Genre | Afro-soul[1] | |||
| Length | 4:43 | |||
| Label | Youbuntu | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Samkelo Lelethu Mdolomba | |||
| Samthing Soweto singles chronology | ||||
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Background
editSamthing first teased the song "Amagents" on his Instagram account in March 2022. After many delays the song was released 2 months later on June 24, 2022.[5]
Commercial Performance
editIt debuted at number one in South Africa.[6] The song was certified gold by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA), 20 days after its initial release day.[3][4]
Charts
edit| Chart (2022) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| South Africa (RISA)[2] | 1 |
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worldwide | June 24, 2022 | Digital download | Original | Youbuntu | [7] |
References
edit- ^ "Samthing Soweto returns with new single 'Amagents'". Hype Magazine. 24 June 2022. Retrieved 18 July 2022.
- ^ a b "Local & International Streaming Chart Top 100 Week 26-2022". The Official South African Charts. Recording Industry of South Africa. Retrieved July 18, 2022.
- ^ a b Jabulani, John (2022-07-13). "Samthing Soweto's 'Amagents' Has Been Certified Gold". Ubetoo.
- ^ a b "Samthing Soweto's heartfelt single "Amagents" geos gold [listen]". The South African. 13 July 2022. Retrieved 2022-07-13.
- ^ Maako, Keitumetse (2022-06-23). "Samthing Soweto releases highly-anticipated single | Channel". South Africa: Channel. Retrieved 2022-07-13.
- ^ Tsewu, Siya (2022-06-24). "Samthing Soweto's new single Amagents is already topping charts and he's grateful | Drum". South Africa: Drum. Retrieved 2022-07-13.
- ^ Maako, Keitumetse (2022-06-23). "Samthing Soweto releases highly-anticipated single". South Africa: News24. Retrieved 2022-07-16.