Sjava, Msaki and Jesse Clegg Collaborate on New Single “Wayside Lover”
South African music fans have a reason to be excited. Jesse Clegg and Msaki are releasing a new single titled “Wayside Lover” on Friday, September 19, featuring Sjava. The collaboration brings together three of South Africa’s most distinct voices, promising a track that blends deep emotion, storytelling, and melodic harmony.
Jesse Clegg shared his excitement about the release: “Our first single drops this Friday, entitled Wayside Lover, and we are thrilled to announce that the one and only Sjava joins us on this track. Both of us have deep admiration for Sjava’s music and the unique place he holds in South African culture, so having him contribute to this song is an honour and a thrill. We are excited to share this single on Friday.”
The song is part of Clegg and Msaki’s joint EP, Entropy. Msaki explained the concept behind the project: “Entropy, by definition, is the degradation of matter and energy in the universe into a state of uniformity. It represents the general tendency of the universe toward disorder, decay and eventual death. One may approach this idea with despair or with curiosity and acceptance. We are excited to let this story unfold and to share where some of these songs have come from.”
Fans are particularly eager to hear how the three artists’ voices interact. Sjava’s deep, textured tone is expected to anchor the track and deliver his signature storytelling. Msaki’s voice will add clarity and emotional depth, while Clegg’s vocals will tie the composition together, creating melodic layers that balance and enhance the other two.
Beyond the EP release, Clegg and Msaki have announced a special live show on October 19 at the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden in Gauteng. They teased that the performance is “for a special reason that you will find out soon,” adding further anticipation for fans.
Wayside Lover promises to be a standout track, highlighting the combined talents of Sjava, Msaki, and Jesse Clegg while offering listeners a fresh, powerful musical experience. The single will be available on all major streaming platforms starting September 19.
