Zambian Afro-pop star Yo Maps links up with veteran singer JK on “More,” a celebratory anthem released through Olios Records following President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election.
The context behind this record gives it a significance beyond just the music. Hichilema secured a second term after Zambia’s August 13 election, winning about 60% of the presidential vote against his main challenger Brian Mundubile. So “More” arrives at a specific moment of national significance rather than as a random release. Both artists used their platforms to speak directly to that moment – and in Zambia’s musical tradition of politically engaged music, that kind of purposeful release carries real cultural weight.
According to Yo Maps, the song is also a congratulatory message from Olios Records to Hichilema on his re-election, with the label expressing hope that his leadership will continue to inspire progress, unity, and prosperity for Zambians. So this is not just a fan tribute. It is a formal statement from Yo Maps and his label backing a political leader they believe in.
The pairing of Yo Maps and JK is also structurally interesting. Yo Maps brings the contemporary Afro-pop sound that dominates Zambia’s current streaming landscape. JK – Jordan Katembula – carries veteran credibility and a different generational voice. So “More” bridges two chapters of Zambian music history in service of a shared political message. That cross-generational solidarity adds another layer of meaning.
The collaboration adds another notable release to Zambia’s growing collection of politically themed music.
Stream “More” and tell us – did Yo Maps and JK make the right call dedicating this record to Zambia’s political moment?
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