SA Chart Pulse – 15 May
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Top 10 This Week:
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@koji_musicsa takes #1 with “Sedilaka”, powered by strong cross-platform momentum.
2️⃣
@noahkahanmusic holds steady at #2 as “Doors” continues its Deezer streaming run.
3️⃣
@champagnepapi returns to #3 with “Headlines”, driven by renewed Apple Music traction.
4️⃣
@chrisbrownofficial enters the Top 5 with “Leave Me Alone”, powered by strong Apple Music performance.
5️⃣
@oliviadeano rises to #5 as “Man I Need” continues to build momentum across platforms.
6️⃣
@banelee_benzoo rises to #6 with“Fast Fast” remaining a strong Apple Music performer.
7️⃣
@limitnala drops to 7 after a dominant run, though “Ama Baffalo Nama Elephant” still holds strong discovery traction.
8️⃣
@michaeljackson enters the TOP 10 with another hit at 8,“Billie Jean”, driven by renewed Deezer streaming momentum.
9️⃣
@calvinfallo enters the TOP 10 with “Everybody Wanna Be In Love”, marking one of the week’s biggest climbs.
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@realsamdeep rounds out the chart as “Thandaza” continues to hold Apple Music traction.
💡 Insight:
This week highlights the growing influence of Apple Music in shaping chart momentum. While Deezer and Shazam continue to drive discovery and longevity, Apple Music is increasingly powering rapid climbs and major re-entries. The result is a chart where classic records, viral moments and new local breakthroughs all compete at the same time.
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