The Hamba Juba saga has taken a dramatic turn, with controversy surrounding payment and royalties for the hit song released in 2023.

It all started when producer JL SA, aka Jackson Motla, revealed he hadn’t been paid for his work on the track. This revelation sparked a heated debate about the music industry’s payment practices and the treatment of artists.

Things escalated when podcaster Sfiso made damning claims about singer Cici on his podcast, accusing her of unfair practices regarding the song’s royalties. However, Cici’s brother, Patrick, didn’t take these claims lying down. He defended his sister and fired back at Sfiso, accusing him of lying and distorting the truth.

In a video posted by Musa Khawula on X, Patrick claimed that Sfiso had previously received help from Cici during a tough time. According to Patrick, Cici had provided financial support and even bought clothes for Sfiso’s child when they were born. This revelation added fuel to the fire, with many netizens taking to social media to share their reactions and opinions on the matter.

Cici’s brother Patrick, calls out Sfiso for lying about his involvement in the making of ‘Hamba Juba’.

Patrick demands payment for all involved and reveals Sfiso’s scheming and crockery.

Patrick also reminds Sfiso who was there for him when he was broke and out. pic.twitter.com/v9H94JpC8V

— Musa Khawula (@MsaKhawula) October 1, 2025

The online drama highlights the complexities of the music industry and the challenges artists face regarding payment and recognition for their work. It also raises questions about the relationships between artists, producers, and other industry stakeholders.

As the debate continues to unfold, many are left wondering what the outcome will be and how it will affect the parties involved.