TANYA KAMI
At its peak, the cover sat in the top 3 of the Local Rhythms Countdown .
Listeners have praised the cover for making the lyrics "clean and clear," with many noting they finally understood the depth of the words after years of singing along to the original. Wezi - Take My Heart (Cover)
Wezi's cover of is a soulful reinterpretation that transforms a classic Zambian dancehall banger into a stripped-down, Afro-centric ballad. Released in April 2020 as a birthday tribute to General Ozzy, the track strips away the original's heavy production to let the emotional weight of the lyrics shine through. Performance and Production At its peak, the cover sat in the
Beyond honoring General Ozzy , the track is a heartfelt tribute to the song's late producer Chali "Bravo" Mulalami and the late Ugandan artist Radio (from Radio & Weasel), who featured on the original 2010 version. Reception and Impact Released in April 2020 as a birthday tribute
The song was a massive commercial success for a cover, hitting over within two years.
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The cover is a masterclass in vocal control and arrangement. Backed by James Sakala on acoustic guitar and Manasseh Phiri on keyboards, Wezi replaces the high-energy pulse of the original with a gentle, organic sound.