Sizwe Dhlomo Discloses Near-Collaboration on AKA’s “Lemons (Lemonade)” Remix. Hip-hop enthusiasts often fantasize about collaborations and remixes that remain unreleased. Recently, Sizwe Dhlomo shared a compelling instance of what might have transformed the South African rap scene.
In a recent update, Sizwe Dhlomo shared a screenshot of his private Instagram messages with the late AKA, indicating that they had explored the idea of remixing the popular track “Lemons (Lemonade).”
The messages, exchanged in late 2021 and early 2022, illustrate a strong mutual respect and friendship between the media personality and the rapper. Dhlomo initiated the conversation in November 2021 with a friendly message, writing, “I wanted to send you this after seeing your Insta Stories. I hope you’ve been well.” AKA responded with appreciation, stating, “Thank you, my brother 💜💜💜.”
“Lemons (Lemonade)”, a song that was topping charts at the time, and inquired about the instrumental with hopes of creating something unique. Dhlomo even suggested visiting AKA to record a verse. AKA’s reply was supportive: “Yo!!!!!! Wasup champ. Hahahah. Aight bet. Send me your digits there.”
The exchanges hint at a version of “Lemons (Lemonade)” that might have incorporated Dhlomo’s distinct voice. By October 2022, their chat remained jovial, with Dhlomo playfully teasing, “Lol! You’re burning the boerewors!”—showcasing the camaraderie they shared offstage.
This revelation has stirred interest among fans, many of whom are curious about how Dhlomo would have approached the remix. Would his style have introduced spoken-word elements, a different flow, or a collaboration alongside AKA and Nasty C? Although the potential collaboration may never materialize, the direct messages highlight AKA’s willingness to explore creative partnerships beyond the typical rap environment.
