Lady Du has once again demonstrated her position as a prominent voice in the Amapiano genre. Recently, she responded to music executive Nota Baloyi following his critical comments regarding her newly launched wine project, A Sip Of Piano, which sparked a lively discussion across social media platforms.
This situation developed when Nota appeared on Piano Pulse, where he questioned the legitimacy of Lady Du’s wine enterprise and critiqued her musical career. In a video segment that circulated online, Nota implied that the Umsebenzi Wethu vocalist is concentrating more on profit than on refining her artistry. He stated, “She should be focusing on growing her craft in music. She didn’t respect music enough to develop herself as a craftsman. We want people who are doing it for the passion, not for the money. We want authentic artists. But this wine brand is not authentic.”
Responding swiftly, Lady Du showcased her characteristic style. On Instagram, she humorously addressed Nota’s comments and provided a witty yet pointed reply. She said, “We don’t want people that sing for money, we want people that sing with passion, ncela nimkhuze u101 dalmation. Please buy my wine bathi ayikho authentic. Please buy it, tuu.” Her tongue-in-cheek reply quickly resonated with her followers, who appreciated her confident and carefree demeanor.
This exchange led to a surge of support for Lady Du, with fans and fellow artists filling the comments area to champion her entrepreneurial efforts. Many criticized Nota for what they considered unnecessary and disrespectful remarks, while others celebrated Lady Du’s willingness to diversify her income and forge a legacy beyond the music industry.
Among those showing support was DJ Zinhle, who commented, “We are definitely buying the wine. We are building generational wealth here!” Her sentiment reflected a growing appreciation for artists who broaden their enterprises and create opportunities outside their primary artistic endeavors.
K Naomi also voiced her support, stating, “Oh no, we want to support your wine business. We like a female that takes risks, has drive and sees her potential in different spaces!” This encouragement underscored an evolving dialogue about empowering women in the entertainment sector to pursue business opportunities without facing judgment.
Although Lady Du has not yet revealed the official launch date for A Sip Of Piano, the excitement surrounding the brand has certainly generated significant interest. The recent controversy has only heightened attention on her endeavors, affirming that Lady Du’s efforts in both music and business are deserving of recognition.
