Master KG’s ‘Jerusalema’ hits over 100 million views on YouTube

JOHANNESBURG – Master KG’s global hit “Jerusalema” has reached another milestone, gaining over 100 million views on YouTube.

Produced by Limpopo-born musician and record producer Kgaogelo Moagi, known professionally as Master KG, the “Jerusalema” track also features local vocalist Nomcebo Zikode.

Taking to social media on Thursday, Master KG couldn’t believe his ‘Jerusalema’ track had hit 100million views on youtube. He went on to thank his fans for making it possible.

I still Cant Believe It..Thank you world for making it possible..Shout out to @Nomcebozikode @OpenMicProdSA 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 Modimo O Maatla!!🙏🙏 #Jerusalema100Million Wanitwa Mos pic.twitter.com/hldjtTZAAo

— Master Master KG!!! (@MasterKGsa) August 27, 2020

– Jerusalema –

The upbeat gospel-influenced house song ‘Jerusalema” was initially released on November 29, 2019 after it garnered positive response online, with a music video following on 21 December. It was later included on Master KG’s second album of the same title, released in January 2020.

During the global pandemic, the song which is accompanied by unique dance moves brought much-needed relief to many people across the world. The song that sparked the #JerusalemaDanceChallenge has also garnered millions of likes.