‘It represents healing' - Cici opens up about her new album
After overcoming abuse and experiencing a tragic accident that left her pelvic bone broken, she thought she would not be able to conceive. But she did, and gave birth to a bouncing baby boy.
Through her music, she has been able to share her story of hope and resilience and has become the face of healing and hope.
Award-winning, platinum-selling singer Cici, real name Busisiwe Thwala (38), returns with a new body of work titled Busisiwe 2.0.
She describes her style as 'genre-defiant and spiritually charged,' and pours out her heart in the 14-track project.
Among many of her favourite artists, she features award-winning newcomer Naledi Aphiwe in the single Konakele as well as Boypee and Hyce from Nigeria, Mimi Marz from Tanzania, and local talents Zuko, Mthunzi, and rising star Kite, to name a few.
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'This album is a return to self,' says Cici.
'A deep breath after the chaos. A prayer whispered in gratitude. A loud affirmation of who I am and where I come from.'
Cici released her album Busisiwe in 2017 under the record label Ambitiouz Entertainment. At the time, she said it was a significant body of work reflecting her journey with themes of love, heartbreak, and resilience.
She has since left the label. Cici says this project shows how far she has come and reflects her growth as a woman of faith as she shares her vulnerabilities in song.
'Busisiwe 2.0 is not a rebirth, it's a returning to self,' Cici says.
'It represents healing, elevation, and bold expression. I've collaborated with artists I admire deeply to create something that is truly African, truly honest, and truly me.''
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