Sir Trill Vs. Naledi Aphiwe: Who Should Open For Chris Brown In South Africa?

Holifil

04 Apr, 2025

Sir Trill dreams of opening for Chris Brown during his December concert in South Africa.
The multi-talented Chris Brown is set to perform in Mzansi this December, and fans are buzzing over who should take the stage first.
Many are throwing their weight behind Naledi Aphiwe, thanks to her collaboration with Chris Brown on his album "11:11."

Sir Trill is making waves on social media, asking fans to rally behind him as the potential opening act for Chris Brown's upcoming concert in South Africa. But here’s the twist—many locals are already throwing their support behind Naledi Aphiwe, arguing that she’s the more natural fit for the gig.

Sir Trill wants the spotlight, but Mzansi seems to have its eyes on Naledi Aphiwe. Image: sir_trillsa, Prince Williams via Getty Images, @nalediaphiwe on Instagram. Source: UGC

Sir Trill Eyes the Spotlight

The amapiano sensation Sir Trill has laid down his marker, publicly expressing his desire to open for Chris Brown when the global superstar graces South African stages in December. Following Chris Brown’s announcement about his highly anticipated December 14th performance at FNB Stadium, Sir Trill took to Instagram to make his case.

In a bold move, the singer posted a simple but powerful message: “Mzansi, make me the opening act? Makes sense.” While it might seem like a straightforward ask, the music community and fans are divided on whether Sir Trill is the best choice for the job.

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"Mzansi make me an opening act? Makes sense," he wrote.

However, not everyone is on board with Sir Trill's vision. Entertainment blogger Musa Khawula chimed in on X, questioning why Sir Trill would even consider himself over Naledi Aphiwe, who already has a connection with Chris Brown through their collaboration on the hit track "Shooter" from the album "11:11."

"With Chris Brown announcing that he'll be performing at FNB Stadium on the 14th December 2024, Sir Trill is asking to be his opening act as if everyone doesn't know that's Naledi Myongwane's gig," Musa pointed out.

The Debate Heats Up: Naledi vs. Sir Trill

As the debate rages on, many music enthusiasts are throwing their support behind Naledi Aphiwe, emphasizing her established relationship with Chris Brown. Her collaboration on "Shooter" has solidified her place in the international music scene, and fans believe it only makes sense for her to take center stage as the opening act.

Social media is abuzz with opinions, with users like @vusi_mygy weighing in: “Sir Trill is not on that level. Surely K.O or Kamo Mphela can do better.” The sentiment is echoed by Fit_Mandisa, who simply stated, “Naledi should be the opening act.”

"Sir, trill is not on that level. Surely K.O or Kamo Mphela can do better," @vusi_mygy said.

"Naledi should be an opening act," Fit_Mandisa shared.

@D_Bhekza further argued, “Naledi would be perfect; she deserves it more.” Meanwhile, @Sizzle_Diva couldn’t agree more, adding, “I agree Naledi deserves it ✨.” The support doesn’t stop there, as @Masnackz declared, “We shall fight for Naledi to be part of this show. We don’t want anyone else.”

A Look Back: Busta Rhymes in Mzansi

This isn’t the first time international artists have made waves in South Africa. In a previous report from Briefly News, rapper Busta Rhymes had an unforgettable experience during his visit to Mzansi. After electrifying the crowd at the DStv Delicious Festival, Busta immersed himself in the local scene, enjoying some of the best amapiano tracks at local clubs. It’s clear that South Africa leaves a lasting impression on global artists, and Chris Brown’s upcoming concert promises to be no exception.

While the debate over who should open for Chris Brown continues, one thing is certain: South Africa is ready to welcome the international star with open arms and an unrelenting love for music.