Emotional Throwback: AKA Raps Cassper’s Verse and Fans Reflect

• A nostalgic clip of AKA humorously performing Cassper Nyovest’s verse from the popular track Ngud has made its way back online
• This video emerged during a time when AKA and Cassper were embroiled in a public feud that dominated the hip hop scene for several years
• strong Fans of AKA are still grappling with his absence, with many recalling his impact as a formidable presence

A nostalgic clip of the late Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes rapping along to Ngud’ has resurfaced on social media. The footage, shared on X by @AKA_Tales, reopened old wounds as many fans continue to mourn AKA’s passing.

On Sunday, 7 September 2025, the fanpage reflected on AKA’s glory days as a daring artist.

“AKA was indeed the real one. He performed Cassper’s verse on Ngud,” the fan wrote.

In 2024, Cassper also had a moment to perform one of his rival’s tracks. He sang AKA’s popular song All Eyes On Me, but this did not sit well with many fans, who accused him of exploiting the situation for personal gain.

Check out the entertaining video below:

Understanding the dispute between Cassper and AKA

Their rivalry was explosive, creating enduring tracks from both artists, such as Composure and Dust 2 Dust. They often took shots at each other through their lyrics, ensuring the feud remained a topic of conversation.

However, following AKA’s passing, fans began to question the authenticity of their rivalry. Many believed they maintained a cordial relationship off-stage while continuing to promote the persona of rap adversaries. Cassper even suggested settling their differences in the boxing ring, only to later reveal that AKA kept postponing the match.

After AKA’s death, Cassper paid his respects to his family, further fueling theories that their rivalry may have been exaggerated.

During a 2023 interview on The Episode Podcast , Cassper disclosed that they had once collaborated on music together. The hitmaker behind Mama I Made It shared that the tracks were produced by Ganja Beatz and are still in his vault.

Explore the reactions below:

@Real_Precious_M commented:

“Eish, Zulu people really hurt us as a country.”

@iThando remarked:

“The most authentic artist/performer/rapper we’ve ever had as SA.”

@SirDavid_Dashe expressed:

“He really enjoyed his time on earth.”

@walterbafana noted:

“In another interview, he mentioned he didn’t listen to his music or anyone else’s.”

@mabakeng said:

“It shows that Cassper went hard with that verse.”

@Beverly97469728 asked:

“So he was listening to Cassper’s songs because, how did he know the lyrics to the song?”

@SimplyEXT joked:

“This one was always teasing Cassper. It’s like Kendrick on Drake lol.”

@NnaKgabo_ mentioned:

“He was so special this one.”

@oratilengwane stated:

“You can see the passion behind that performance, man, we lost a real broer.”