South African rapper and singer Blxckie has officially released his long-awaited sophomore album, YENA. The 15-track project arrived on October 30, 2026, through Somnyama Music Entertainment in partnership with EMPIRE.
The new album marks Blxckie’s second studio album, following his 2021 debut project, B4Now. Five years after introducing himself with his debut, the Durban-born rapper returns with a new body of work that reflects his growth, musical identity and journey in South African hip-hop.
The title YENA carries a personal connection to Blxckie’s identity as Somnyama Yena Yedwa. Ahead of the release, he shared throwback footage from his early days, giving fans a glimpse into the experiences and friendships that shaped his journey before his rise to fame.
Blxckie ‘YENA’ Album Features A-Reece, Bas, L.A.X & More
One of the major highlights of YENA is its impressive guest lineup. The album brings together some familiar names from the South African hip-hop scene alongside international and Nigerian talent.
Fellow South African rapper A-Reece appears on “bonkerz,” while American rapper Bas joins Blxckie on “cover me.” Nigerian Afrobeats singer L.A.X also makes an appearance on “lonely,” which was released ahead of the album.
Other confirmed guest appearances include KindlyNxsh on “let em have it” and Durban rapper Usimamane on “dradi.”
The project also includes “brady’s interlude,” highlighting Blxckie’s creative connection with producer K1llbrady.
Blxckie ‘YENA’ Full Tracklist
The album contains 15 tracks:
- mama, it’s all good
- take me back
- mr party
- uphi?
- welcome to the function
- bonkerz (feat. A-Reece)
- cover me (feat. Bas)
- brady’s interlude
- lonely (feat. L.A.X)
- with me
- let em have it (feat. KindlyNxsh)
- dradi (feat. Usimamane)
- vul’ amehlo (open ur eyes)
- wala (wa)
- die tomorrow