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From a God to a King
Studio album by
Kelly Khumalo
Released23 April 2023 (2023-04-23)
Recorded2021–2023[1]
Length34:15
LabelUniversal Music South Africa
ProducerMondli Ngcobo
Kelly Khumalo chronology
The Voice of Africa
(2020) 		From a God to a King
(2023)
Singles from From a God to a King
  1. "Bazokhuluma"
    Released: 4 November 2022

From a God to a King is the tenth studio album by South African singer Kelly Khumalo, released on 14 February 2023 through Universal Music South Africa.[1] Production was handled by Mondli Ngcobo.[1]

Release and promotion[edit]

The Standard edition of From a God to a King was released on 14 February 2023.

To further promote the album Khumalo performed her first annual Gospel Explosion Concert from 15–16 April at Johannesburg's Lyric Theatre.[2][3]

On 28 April, following the success of the two dates, she added one more date that was held at Vaal on 28 May.[4]

In late August 2022, Kelly announced the From a God to a King tour, which began on 17 September, Carnival City, Boksburg.[5][6]

The album's lead single, "Bazokhuluma" featuring Zakwe and Mthunzi was released on 4 November 2022.[7]

From a God to a King's deluxe edition was released on 31 May 2024.

Track listing[edit]

From a God to a King track listing
No.TitleLength
1."Akathintwa"5:15
2."Uzoma"4:13
3."Ngisize" (featuring Sbu Soule)4:42
4."Uyathandwa"4:59
5."Mina Nawe" (featuring Mondli Ngcobo)3:29
6."Isivikelo" (featuring Mbuso Khoza)5:53
7."Bazokhuluma" (featuring Zakwe and Mthunzi)5:44
Total length:34:15
Deluxe edition bonus tracks
No.TitleLength
8."Amazwi"4:02
9."Ngibambe"4:51
10."Emaweni"4:50
Total length:47:58

Awards[edit]

From a God to a King received two nominations for Female Artist of the Year and Best Afro-Pop Album at 29th South African Music Awards.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2023 From a God to a King Female Artist of the Year Nominated
Best Afro-Pop Album Nominated

Release history[edit]

List of release dates, showing region, formats, label, editions and reference
Region Date Format(s) Label Edition(s) Ref.
South Africa 14 February 2023
Universal Music Standard
31 May 2024 Deluxe

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c Maako, Keitumetse (22 April 2023). "'It's about me': Kelly Khumalo shares 'self-introspection' while making 'best work to date' | Life". South Africa: Life. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
  2. ^ Shumba, Ano (16 March 2022). "SA: Kelly Khumalo to host Gospel Explosion concert | Music In Africa". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
  3. ^ Naidoo, Sonri (15 March 2022). "Kelly Khumalo talks about hosting 'Gospel Explosion'". Independent Online. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
  4. ^ Maliba, Amanda (18 April 2022). "Khumalo extends run of Gospel Explosion concert to the Vaal". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
  5. ^ Darangwa, Shingai (24 August 2022). "Kelly Khumalo set to embark on her From a God to a King' tour – IOL". Independent Online. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
  6. ^ de Wee, Naledi (22 August 2022). "From a God to a King: Kelly Khumalo set to kick off music tour". The South African. Retrieved 16 September 2022.
  7. ^ "Kelly Khumalo Releases Bazokhuluma ft Zakwe & Mthunzi! | Trace". Trace. 4 November 2022. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
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