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Tkay Maidza drops fiery new single ‘Must Be’
She’s back, and she means business.

R&B/rap polymath Tkay Maidza has shared ‘Must Be’, her first official solo release since 2023 and an explosive introduction to her next musical chapter.
The single follows on from her last album, ‘Sweet Justice’, and sees the Zimbabwe-born, Australian-raised disruptor return with renewed energy, unfettered confidence, and bags of attitude.
Built around staccato beats and buoyed by razor-sharp lyricism, ‘Must Be’ marks the start of a new era for Tkay - in her words: “People shouldn’t count me out or underestimate my abilities. They should be afraid when I’m quiet, as I come back more evolved.”
Revisit our 2023 interview with Tkay Maidza and hear ‘Must Be’ for yourself below.
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