Rapper Cassper Nyovest has released his highly-anticipated album titled Solomon and has taken the opportunity to pay tribute to his late rival, Kiernan AKA Forbes. AKA, also known as Supa Mega, was tragically gunned down in Durban earlier this year, and no arrests have been made in connection with the crime.
Cassper Nyovest dedicates the song Candlelight on his new album to AKA, reflecting on their interactions and expressing his sorrow over the rapper’s untimely death. In the song, Cassper acknowledges the significance of their rivalry, describing it as a highlight in his life. He also admires AKA’s continued influence even after his passing, comparing him to a shining star.
The rapper shares that he visited the Forbes family to offer his condolences and fondly recalls their time together. He also playfully mentions that AKA’s father, Tony Forbes, might be even cooler than the late rapper himself. In July, Tony shared an image of him and Cassper, expressing gratitude for Cassper’s support during their difficult time.
In a podcast interview, Cassper opens up about the impact of AKA’s death on him and expresses regret over their past conflicts. He reveals that he had hoped they could resolve their issues through a boxing match and move forward to make music together. Cassper discloses that they even have unreleased music that they collaborated on.
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Although Cassper Nyovest and AKA were known as rivals, there were moments when they were seen together, leading fans to believe that their feud had ended. In 2016, a photo emerged of them hugging at the Baby Girl rapper’s Fill Up Orlando Stadium event. Six years later, another clip circulated of the two rappers high-fiving each other at a Celebrity Soccer Games event organized by fellow rapper Big Zulu.
Despite their differences, Cassper Nyovest’s tribute to AKA and their previous collaborations indicate a sense of respect and acknowledgment of the late rapper’s impact on the music industry. Fans and listeners of Cassper’s new album can expect to hear the heartfelt homage to AKA in the song Candlelight.
