EP: Mpumi – ICULO LAMI

“ICULO LAMI” is Mpumi’s latest EP, a heartfelt and spiritually infused project that combines Afro-soul, house, and gospel-inspired melodies into a warm, uplifting listening experience. Renowned for her robust, emotive voice and her capacity to convey profound emotion through music, Mpumi employs this project to contemplate love, gratitude, resilience, and faith.

Mpumi recently featured on Xikwembu alongside BlaQRhythm and Kenza.

The project’s title, ICULO LAMI, meaning “My Song” in isiZulu, suggests a personal focus. Each track serves as a personal chapter from Mpumi’s life, blending testimony, celebration, and encouragement for listeners on their own life paths. Her lyrics are filled with affirmations, prayers, and poetic reflections, fostering a powerful emotional bond with her listeners.

The EP combines elements of soulful house and contemporary Afro-pop in its musical style, featuring rich harmonies, layered percussion, and warm basslines that support her powerful, ascending vocals. The EP strikes a balance between low-key, contemplative songs and upbeat, danceable tracks, thereby catering to both quiet moments of introspection and lively parties.

EP Mpumi – ICULO LAMI