A true musical tour de force, Thandiswa blends socially conscious lyricism with a multi-genre approach to sound—and she’s inspired significant conversations of Blackness, freedom and joy for more than 25 years. For Amaqhawe, our celebration of South Africa’s musical legends, she earmarks the sounds that characterise South African music, featuring tracks from Miriam Makeba, Zim Ngqawana, Batsumi, Mahotella Queens, Simphiwe Dana and more, alongside hits from her own extensive catalogue. “This playlist celebrates some of the many classic, old-school voices and rhythms of South Africa—with a dash of the contemporary,” Thandiswa tells Apple Music. “It is a nod to our unmistakable harmonies and that unshakable groove.” Hear something that captivates you? Add it to your library.