DJ Lady Amar Breaks Silence, Says She Never Got Paid for Hit Song ‘Hamba Juba’

Award-winning DJ Lady Amar has come forward, claiming that she has not received any payment for her hit song Hamba Juba — even though it was released two years ago.

Lady Amar, whose real name is Thando Duma, shared that despite the song’s massive success, she has not seen “even a cent” from it. Her shocking revelation came after controversial blogger Musa Khawula posted a video of the 32-year-old DJ explaining her side of the story.

Lady Amar reveals that she also never received any payment for her hit single 'Hamba Juba' alongside JL SA who has broken his silence. pic.twitter.com/e2gaZiuGUl

— Musa Khawula (@MsaKhawula) September 23, 2025

In the video, Lady Amar pleaded with social media users to stop attacking her online, making it clear that she is also a victim in the situation, just like fellow artist JL SA.

“Hai, guys, I also didn’t get paid for the hit song, I don’t know even a cent. It has been two years since we released the song, and just like JL SA, I didn’t receive any payment, and I haven’t said anything because I am not a person to speak up like how JL did, but I had to because you guys are now insulting me. Please stop, I’m also a victim. I’ve never, not even a cent. I have never received anything, me, primary artist of the song,” she said.

Her statement quickly went viral, sparking a heated discussion online. Many social media users shared their thoughts about her claims, with some sympathising   and others questioning why she stayed quiet for so long.

One user, @lucky_thedon1_, commented: “I rmmbr Amos interview with Mac g where he said he was broke when emcimbini was popping lapho he already had Zaka as a hit, someone please educate thz artists how long it takes to start getting paid and also does one hit record make one successful?”

Another, @_babybearr, criticised the situation, writing: “So, are all South African artists illiterate when it comes to music? Is this a case of people getting too excited about the opportunity without understanding what it entails, or are these broken promises?”

Meanwhile, @BlessMaBless questioned the timing of her revelation: “Why didnt she claim it when the song was released ….. why is she coming out now. Aayyy.”