YouTube Takes Down Makhadzi’s Song “Niazwifha” for Copyright Infringement!

YouTube removes Makhadzi’s “Niazwifha” after copyright strike by Open MIC Productions; artist Makhadzi expresses frustration on Twitter.

In a recent development, YouTube has removed Makhadzi’s latest song, “Niazwifha” featuring Fortunator & DJ Gun-Do SA, due to copyright issues. The copyright strike was issued by Open MIC Productions, the record label representing Makhadzi.

YouTube Takes Down Makhadzi’s Song “Niazwifha” for Copyright Infringement!

This action has sparked disappointment among fans and ignited discussions on the artist’s future. Makhadzi’s tweet about the incident has further highlighted the contentious nature of the situation.

YouTube Removes Makhadzi’s New Song “Niazwifha”

Makhadzi’s eagerly awaited release, “Niazwifha,” was unexpectedly removed from YouTube. The track had garnered significant attention, amassing an impressive 130,000 views before its removal. This incident has left the artist disheartened, as her hard work and creativity were abruptly stifled.

Copyright Strike by Open MIC Productions:

Open MIC Productions, the record label responsible for representing Makhadzi, issued a copyright strike against her YouTube channel, resulting in the removal of “Niazwifha.” While the specific details surrounding the copyright infringement claim remain undisclosed, it has raised questions and speculation within the artist’s fan community.

Makhadzi’s Tweet Expresses Frustration:

In response to the removal of her song, Makhadzi took to Twitter to share her disappointment. She expressed her emotional distress, stating, “Yesterday I dropped my new song, Niazwifha, they removed it sitting on 130k views. This breaks me more because they don’t want to see me working but being their slave.” Her tweet resonated with fans, who showed their support and empathy.

I signed with open mic only for three years. In this three years I dropped 4 albums . I have never recieved any cent of my sales . Some of my album reached platinum some gold . And a lot of hits songs that reached platinum and Gold . But I continue to work without complaining
— Makhadzi (@MakhadziSA) May 6, 2023

So I can see those clause? And how positive is that to renew my contract without sitting down with me ? And how about my money for my album cz you haven’t never sent any cent , how posible is that for you to renew my contract without coming to me, what if I not happy working wit
— Makhadzi (@MakhadziSA) May 6, 2023

Makhadzi Parts Ways with Open MIC Productions:

In a media statement, Makhadzi revealed her decision not to renew her contract with Open MIC Productions. Acknowledging the success they achieved together, she described the relationship as a pivotal force that propelled both herself and the record label to prominence within the South African music industry.

However, with this recent incident, the future direction of Makhadzi’s career remains uncertain.