What started as a viral hit has now become one of South Africa’s biggest youth movements. DJ Smallz, Zinedinexguche, 031Choppa and Uncool MC continue to dominate timelines, school playgrounds and street culture with their explosive anthem ZEP.
With close to one million TikTok creations and over 40 million streams, ZEP has become more than just a song. It has turned into a daily expression of youth culture across South Africa, powered by a catchy dance challenge and infectious energy that continues to spread from classrooms to street corners.
The phrase “Have you ZEP’d today?” has quickly become part of everyday conversations among young fans who have fully embraced the movement.
Adding to the excitement, the artists recently connected directly with fans through a fuel station activation where three lucky supporters each received R500 fuel top-ups. The activation brought the ZEP experience into local communities while rewarding the fans helping push the movement forward.
Momentum around the song intensified even further following a standout performance at the Metro FM Music Awards. Shortly after, the track officially surpassed 40 million streams and achieved double platinum status — a major milestone for the collaborators.
To celebrate the success, the team hosted an exclusive plaque handover tour across Johannesburg, bringing fans face-to-face with the artists through live performances and celebration moments. Stops included popular nightlife venues across Melville and Braamfontein, where supporters came out in numbers to celebrate the song’s impact.
The official music video, released on 21 January 2026, has also continued gaining momentum and currently sits at over 11 million views. Shot in the heart of Johannesburg CBD, the visuals perfectly capture the raw energy, culture and spirit that define ZEP. Directed by Southside and CRTVSHOTS, the video brings the song’s vibrant party atmosphere to life.
Beyond the numbers, ZEP has positioned itself as one of the defining cultural moments of 2025 and 2026, proving the power of collaboration, social media influence and street culture in shaping modern South African music.
With the movement still growing rapidly, fans can expect even more music and exciting moments from the artists behind one of the country’s hottest records.
