His latest single, Nda Wa’Na Tjimgwe, is not merely a song, but a cultural offering steeped in poetic Ikalanga, carrying echoes of matrimonial tradition, identity, and spiritual alignment. In an interview with Arts&Culture, Macheke explained that the song is about self-identification and love. “It draws from an ancient Kalanga marriage proposal. I’m inviting my people, my family and my friends to walk with me into a new world of love, responsibility, and vision. But if you listen deeper, there’s a hidden message. Let’s just say I’m not revealing everything yet,” Macheke said. Written in lyrical, ancient Ikalanga, Nda Wa’Na Tjimgwe is the first glimpse into an upcoming EP that will form part of an album titled Mu Ndi Peleke Walk With Me.
Macheke highlighted that this project is more than just a collection of tracks. It is a spiritual and cultural journey for anyone willing to listen with more than just their ears. Macheke’s creative process is almost ritualistic. “I don’t write in studios. I meditate alone deep in the bush. Just me, God, and the souls of my DNA. The melodies come in dreams, visions. Then I bring them to life,” he said. His musical identity, described as Soulful Ikalanga Jazz with a glimpse of Hip Hop and R&B, defies classification. It is music that heals, entertains, and educates. And surprisingly, the sound resonates across generations. “I thought this sound would only appeal to elders,” he admits. “But the youth? They’ve taken it in and raised the flag high,” he adds. Part of this sonic evolution includes a recent collaboration with producer and artist Jay Black.
