Elaine's Album Misses Spotify's Chart: Fans React With Frustration
- R&B sensation Elaine's fans were left scratching their heads when her latest album didn’t appear on Spotify's daily chart on release day.
- Despite the album being hailed as a "banger" by Mzansi music lovers, many are speculating about the reasons behind its absence from the charts.
- Social media erupted with theories, with some fans suggesting sabotage since Elaine opted to go independent for this project.
The internationally acclaimed singer Elaine had her fans brimming with excitement, hoping that her latest album, Stone Cold Heart, would be celebrated by major music streaming platforms. Unfortunately, their hopes were dashed when the album didn’t make an appearance on Spotify’s top charts on its release day.
An X account, @2022Africa, broke the news to the public, revealing that Elaine, the artist behind the smash hit You're the One, didn’t see any of her new tracks featured on Spotify’s top 200 daily charts. This revelation left fans feeling both shocked and disheartened.
What Happened? The Shocking Truth Behind Elaine's Chart Snub
Elaine’s Stone Cold Heart album features 14 stunning tracks, including fan favorites like Lonely Hearts, Fake Deep, and Waiting On You. Despite the album being widely praised, not a single track from the project was selected for Spotify's coveted daily charts upon its release.
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The news was shared on X by @2022AFRICA, who detailed the unfortunate reality: “Unfortunately, no song from Elaine's 'Stone Cold Heart' album debuted on the SA 🇿🇦 Spotify Top 200 daily chart on its first day.”
“Unfortunately. No song from Elaine's 'Stone Cold Heart' album debuted on the SA 🇿🇦 Spotify Top 200 daily chart on its first day.”
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Mzansi Fans Sound Off: Why Didn’t Elaine Make the Chart?
The post sparked a wave of reactions from the online community. Fans expressed their disappointment, with many pointing fingers at Elaine’s management team. Some users even claimed they couldn’t find the album on the charts, fueling speculation about the reasons behind its absence.
One user, @umtungwa umbulazi, voiced their frustration: “That time, she dropped a masterpiece. Whoever is managing her is doing an awful job; she deserves so much better.”
“That time, she dropped a masterpiece. Whoever is managing her is doing an awful job; she deserves so much better.”
Another fan, @Tswana Bhinca🇿🇦, praised the album’s production: “That time the album bangs! The production on it is mad.”
“That time the album bangs! The production on it is mad.”
User @Alexx shared their disappointment: “No, I love Elaine; how did I not even know she dropped? Her team needs to step up their game for her! 😭💔”
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“No, I love Elaine; how did I not even know she dropped? Her team needs to step up their game for her! 😭💔”
@Zine added their two cents: “She had no playlisting. The album is a masterpiece, and this babe is incredibly talented. Honestly, I hate her music label/management.”
“She had no playlisting. The album is a masterpiece, and this babe is incredibly talented. Honestly, I hate her music label/management.”
@MAFLOZA BABE chimed in: “I blame her management... does she even have one? Is she managing herself, because I can’t figure out why this talented girl isn’t shining as brightly as someone like Tyla. 🤷”
“I blame her management... does she even have one? Is she managing herself, because I can’t figure out why this talented girl isn’t shining as brightly as someone like Tyla. 🤷”
@Penuel The Black Pen suggested a solution: “She must invest in a better PR and distribution team.”
“She must invest in a better PR and distribution team.”
Makhadzi Hits Number One on Spotify: A Contrasting Success Story
In a different story, singer Makhadzi celebrated a triumphant debut at number one on Spotify’s weekly chart with her album Miracle Child. This success story stands in stark contrast to Elaine’s experience, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the music industry.
The humble and grateful Makhadzi took to her social media platforms to express her heartfelt gratitude to her fans. Her message emphasized the importance of community and support in the journey of an artist.
