JSbu’s top five songs to beat the lockdown blues

South Africa is currently under lockdown. As a result, many of us are spending most of the time indoors. 

JSbu says music has been one of the things that has been helping him cope. 

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“Music has certainly been an escape for me during the lockdown,” says the 'Uthandolwakho' hitmaker. 

He adds that lockdown has exposed him to new music.

“It has afforded me time to discover new music from all over the globe - from House, Afro Pop, Trap, RnB, etc.  I’ve been paying a lot more attention to the lyrics and meaning of the music - this has allowed me to cope during these tough times.”

From pop to house, this JSbu song selection is sure to please all music lovers.  

1. Sam Smith & Demi Lovato – 'I’m Ready'

"This song is my everyday get up and go."

2. J Sbu ft Yashna - 'Energy'  

" Not to [be] biased, but this is a really great song and thoroughly enjoyed jamming to it during lockdown"

3. Kehlani & Jhene Aiko – 'Change Your Life' 

"Just beautiful to listen to, these two are just perfect."

4. Aloe Blacc - 'I Do'

"This song makes me want to get married."

5. Andy Grammar ft Ladysmith Black Mambazo – 'She’d Say' 

"This song is my favorite song of all time, from the lyrics to the melody, and the fact that Ladysmith Black Mambazo is featured just gives me life."

"A lot of the other music I’ve been listening during lockdown is music I’ve been working on since lockdown began. I’ve also been producing beats, securing international collabs, and honing my craft, so look out!" says the radio personality. 

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