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Kusho Bani

Cassper Nyovest

Album: Kusho Bani

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Produced by: Young Pepo

Writers: Fortune Clemence Horniet, Refiloe Phoolo

Lyrics

Ai chomie yam
Ai chomie yam
Ai chomie yam
Ai chomie yam
Biliato on the rocks, no dash

Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie

Television dead, retsa fela unannounced
Sеlfish niggas – always gotta sell a Karapao
They busy writing threats but wе never suffer crowds
Akere wi kentse doctor, kleva, sheba taba tsao (Ayy)
Chomie tsa ma mene mene , kea ba gelezela
Haosa ba kelemela batlao kenelel’
Ousie wa di Perm’e Perm’e, ka ma bele bele
O seke wa planela nna, o tla khawatega

Be be be, be be bah
Kusho ban’? Kusho wena
U salelani? S’hamba sonke
U salelani? S’hamba sonke
Be be be, be be bah
Kusho ban’? Kusho wena
U salelani? S’hamba sonke
U salelani? S’hamba sonke

Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie

Sorry bhuti ya mina, bengicela u ku khuluma nawe mahn? (Ye wena sahn)
Yazi benga ya- (Umfazi wami)
Benga yazi kuthi lo muntu o shatile (Umfazi wami)
Ang’tshelanga mahn (Ndok’bulala mahn)
Eish ngicela u ku kopa umtshwarelo mahn, please-please
Kodwa u muhle yena ya

Mina ngi one, bayi ten
Kea ba sliza, huh, skaba baiza
Wi ketsa MacGyver
Kana ke letaima
Have you seen my wife, huh?
Hoshkaramaima
Hoshkaramaima (Kore)
Nkare ke le China (Kore)
Dripping in designer (Kore)
Nkare nka mo sign’er (Kore)
Nkare nka mo fitlha, kea mo isa Moseja
Mara mole ke ma nigga
Tloga ba mo senya (Haikhona)

Be be be, be be bah
Kusho ban’? Kusho wena
U salelani? S’hamba sonke
U salelani? S’hamba sonke
Be be be, be be bah
Kusho ban’? Kusho wena
U salelani? S’hamba sonke
U salelani? S’hamba sonke

Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie (Haibo chomie)
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie
Haibo chomie

Ke Hip Hop’o dog
Ya e ke Hip Hop dawgie dog
Watseba beat’i tsena ha di batle o le too lyrically ngwana mme
Di batla o ntse o relaxitse
Ke ntho tsa bo Don Billiato
Watseba ntho tsa strata
Ke kopa case ya mhlope mo
Ke kgone go relax’a
Watseba mosebetsing entse bang stress’a
Baas yaka eng kopa do dom pass
Ntse ke mo bolella ha go kgonagale ntate
Ke 2 thousand and 20 nice, haha
Ntelekeng heh

Lyrics Insight

Background & Inspiration

Cassper Nyovest, one of South Africa’s most celebrated rappers, made a strong return with “Kusho Bani”, a track that reaffirms his dominance in the hip-hop industry. The title, which translates to “Who Says What?”, reflects his confidence in addressing critics, doubters, and those questioning his legacy.

The song, produced by Young Pepo, blends elements of drill and trap, featuring a dark, bass-heavy beat that complements Cassper’s energetic delivery. His lyrics touch on themes of success, perseverance, and self-assurance, sending a clear message that he remains at the top of his game despite changing trends and new competitors in the music scene.

A notable part of the song includes a dramatized phone call, where an unidentified caller accuses Cassper of infidelity. This theatrical moment adds intrigue, making listeners question whether it’s based on real-life events or just creative storytelling.

Cassper also references his role as a father and husband, highlighting his personal growth. The track received praise for its lyrical sharpness and production quality, cementing Nyovest’s ability to evolve while staying relevant.

Fans can stream “Kusho Bani” on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, where it continues to make waves.

Interpretation & Fan Theories

Cassper Nyovest’s latest song, “Kusho Bani”, has sparked mixed reactions among fans and critics. The song, which translates to “Who Says What?”, is perceived as a bold declaration of his relevance in the South African hip-hop scene. While some fans appreciate his lyrical confidence and aggressive flow, others feel the track lacks the depth and creativity of his previous hits.

Many listeners on social media have praised the drill-inspired beat, produced by Young Pepo, saying it adds a fresh energy to Cassper’s catalog. The theatrical phone call in the song, where a man accuses Cassper of cheating, has also fueled discussions about whether it reflects his real life or is just for entertainment. Some fans believe it adds an engaging narrative, while others think it feels unnecessary.

On TikTok, the song has gained traction with fans creating dance challenges and lip-sync videos, showing its potential as a club anthem. Meanwhile, on platforms like Twitter and Facebook, some long-time fans have expressed that the track lacks the depth of his past projects.

Despite mixed reviews, “Kusho Bani” is making waves, proving Cassper still knows how to stir conversation and keep fans engaged.