Online Reporter
“UBUMNND is a piece of our heart,” said Amahle and Siphosethu Koom, the sisters behind SAI HLE.
“It comes from that incredible feeling of freedom and joy that you get when you are surrounded by people that you love.”
With those words, the duo set the tone for their latest single, a release that places connection and shared happiness at the centre of their sound.
“UBUMNND” captures a moment of lightness and belonging, drawing listeners into a space where joy is collective and music becomes a meeting point.
SAI HLE continues to position itself as one of South Africa’s most promising emerging acts. Their music reflects sisterhood, warmth and unity, themes that feel deeply rooted in their lived experience.
Sung in a fluid blend of Xhosa, Zulu and English, the track seamlessly transitions between intimacy and openness, mirroring the duo’s belief that happiness grows when it is shared with others.
The sisters described the song as coming from a place of pure feeling rather than overthinking.
“It comes from that feeling of pure vibes,” they explained. “Those moments where everything just feels right. We wanted to bottle that energy of joy, warmth and being surrounded by people who make you feel at home.”
For SAI HLE, the song is an invitation to pause and recognise the softer moments that exist even when life feels overwhelming.
“Life gets heavy, but there is always something beautiful, something worth dancing about,” they add.
“That is the heart of ‘UBUMNND’”.
The production plays a key role in translating that feeling into sound. Working with Jazz and INFERNO allowed the duo to expand their sonic palette while staying true to their identity.
“They really took the song to another level,” the sisters said.
“Lord Jazz brought that warm, soulful touch that makes the track feel familiar but still fresh. INFERNO added the fire, the bounce, the small details that make you want to move.” − IOL
Mathew Masinge