TikTok Star Turned Pop Phenom, Yandani, Makes His Music Debut with Joy-Filled Single “Honeydew”
Yandani has arrived and he’s bringing the sunshine with him. Today marks the official release of “Honeydew”, the highly anticipated debut single from 18-year-old South African matric student, Yandani. A vibrant blend of R&B and pop, Honeydew is a burst of energy, joy, and confidence wrapped in one feel-good anthem.
From the first beat, Honeydew sets the tone: light, fun, and irresistibly uplifting. It’s the kind of song that lifts you from wherever you are and drops you into a moment that feels like freedom. With playful rhythms, smooth melodies, and Yandani’s signature harmonies, it’s a celebration of youthful self-expression, summer crushes, and unapologetic confidence.
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“’Honeydew’ is my version of a feel-good anthem,” Yandani shares. “It’s full of confidence, happiness and the sweetness of young love. It was written with the intention of lifting people’s spirits as soon as they hear the harmonies that open the song and the confident lyrics that follow. With all the confidence in it, it also touches on the excitement there is of a young carefree love. ‘Honeydew’ to me is a song that I wanted to mainly focus on encouraging listeners to embrace who they are, but also my lover girls and boys to have the best of both worlds.”
Yandani may be fresh on the scene, but his story is already rich with legacy. He is the grandson of Joseph Shabalala, the founder of the legendary, five-time Grammy Award-winning Ladysmith Black Mambazo, and the son of the group’s current lead singer, Thamsanqa Shabalala. Raised in the heart of Durban and shaped by musical greatness, Yandani now steps boldly into his own sound; one that honours his roots while pushing the boundaries of what modern African pop can be.
Over the past year, Yandani has split his time between Durban, Cape Town, and London, writing and recording his debut project while building a loyal online following. With over 984,000 followers on TikTok and 123,000 on Instagram, his magnetic personality and visual storytelling have already captured hearts across the globe.
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Drawing inspiration from pop and R&B icons like Ariana Grande, Brandy, FLO, and Tyla, Yandani’s artistry is bold, emotionally resonant, and powerfully self-assured. His music lives at the intersection of vulnerability and sass, wrapped in melodies that linger long after the final note.
With Honeydew, Yandani’s musical debut makes a statement. He is here, and he’s ready to soundtrack a generation of lovers, dreamers, and unapologetically joyful souls.
Stream Honeydew now and make sure to request it from your favourite radio stations: http://platoon.lnk.to/_Honeydew
Connect with Yandani:
TikTok: @_yandani
Instagram: @yandani__