Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars) is the second studio album by South African singer and songwriter Simmy, released on November 6, 2020, through EL World Music and Sony.[1]
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| Released | November 20, 2020 (2020-11-20) | |||
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| Length | 72:29 | |||
| Label | EL World Music Sony | |||
| Producer | Sanele Sithole Claudio Wade Jaftha Keanen Leroy Bekeer Nicodimas Sekheta Mogashoa Mpho Mohlolong | |||
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The album debuted number 3 in South Africa.
In October 2020, Simmy announced her album via Instagram account.[2]
The standard edition Tugela Fairy (Made Of Stars) is about one hour, twelve minutes, and 29 seconds long, consisting of 16 tracks.
Critics categorize Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars) as a Neo Soul,[3] Afro House,[1] and Afro-Pop.[1] It also incorporates Maskandi,[1] Mbaqanga,[1] Kwaito,[1] and Old house elements.
Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars) lyrically is the continuation of her debut album Tugela Fairy,[4] it describe musical journey and tells her story of strength and woman empowerment.[5]
John Israel A of Ubetoo said "the album is a compilation worth the wait and a splendid advertisement of Simmy’s musical growth" and rated the album 4.5/5.[6]
| Critic/Publication | List | Rank | Ref. |
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| The Native | Best 20 Albums This Year | 16 |
Upon its release the album debuted number 3 in South Africa.[8][9]
| No. | Title | Length |
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| 1. | "Intro" | 1:58 |
| 2. | "Indaba" | 5:21 |
| 3. | "Ngihamba Nawe" (featuring Sino Msolo) | 3:37 |
| 4. | "Hamba Ngifike" (featuring Ami Faku) | 4:15 |
| 5. | "Imihla Nezolo" | 4:28 |
| 6. | "Konke" (featuring S-Tone) | 3:56 |
| 7. | "Mabhungu" | 5:04 |
| 8. | "Emakhaya" (featuring Da Capo and Sun-El Musician) | 4:46 |
| 9. | "Stay With You" (featuring Black Motion) | 4:56 |
| 10. | "Ngiyahamba" (featuring Mthunzi) | 5:23 |
| 11. | "My Light" | 5:03 |
| 12. | "We Were Here" | 5:25 |
| 13. | "Time After Time" | 4:45 |
| 14. | "Uhlale Wazi" | 4:41 |
| 15. | "Wamuhle" | 4:07 |
| 16. | "Angimale" (featuring Khuzani) | 4:44 |
| Total length: | 72:29 | |
The album was nominated for Best Afro pop Album at the 27th ceremony of South African Music Awards.[10]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
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| 2021 | Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars) | Best Afro Pop Album | Nominated |
| Best Produced Album of the Year | Nominated |
"Emakhaya" was released on October 16, 2020, featuring South African DJ's Sun-El Musician and Da Capo as album's second single.[11]
| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label | Ref. |
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| South Africa | November 20, 2020 |
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