South African act Lington links back up with ilovelethu on a new one titled “Ngtolikeleni.” These two already did this before, and you can hear it in how comfortable the record sounds. If you’re into amapiano with a soulful edge, this one should land easily for you.
There’s a chemistry here that didn’t need forcing. Lington and ilovelethu clearly work well in the studio together, and this track picks up right where their last one left off.
The title itself feels like something pulled straight from everyday conversation, casual and unbothered. Sonically, the beat sits warm and unhurried. Nothing about the mix feels rushed, which gives both artists room to breathe.
Lington takes the lead with a tone that’s grounded, almost conversational. His vocals carry emotion without trying too hard to prove it. That’s kind of his thing at this point, and it works.
ilovelethu comes in and adds a different colour to the record, filling out the sound rather than competing with it. The lyrics lean into everyday life, matching that loose, storytelling vibe the title suggests. Their voices trade off naturally, no awkward transitions.
By the end, “Ngtolikeleni” feels like two artists who already trust each other making something easy to sit with. Warm, familiar, no gimmicks.
DISCUSSION