On This Day in Hip Hop: Teargas Drops “Num8er Num8er”

On this day in 2012, South African hip hop group Teargas (K.O, MaEzeedoesit, and Ntukza) dropped their fourth studio album titled “Num8er Num8er”. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to solidify Teargas’s status as one of the most popular hip hop groups in South Africa.

“Num8er Num8er” was produced by some of the best producers in South Africa, including DJ Clock, Gemini Major, and Da L.E.S. The album featured a mix of traditional hip hop tracks and more experimental sounds, and it showcased the group’s diverse musical talents.

The album was supported by the singles “Feeling You”, “Slyza”, and “Baddest”, all of which were successful on the charts. “Num8er Num8er” won the award for Best Hip Hop Album at the South African Music Awards in 2013.

The album was a landmark release in South African hip hop, and it helped to pave the way for the success of future generations of hip hop artists. It is a classic album that is still enjoyed by fans today.

Here are some of the things that made “Num8er Num8er” such a successful album:

  • The production was top-notch. The album was produced by some of the best producers in South Africa, and the beats were both catchy and innovative.
  • The songs were diverse. The album featured a mix of traditional hip hop tracks and more experimental sounds, which appealed to a wide range of listeners.
  • The group’s chemistry was evident. Teargas had been together for several years, and their friendship and camaraderie came through in the music.
  • The album was well-promoted. Teargas toured extensively in support of the album, and they also released several music videos.

“Num8er Num8er” is a classic album that is still enjoyed by fans today. It is a landmark release in South African hip hop, and it helped to pave the way for the success of future generations of hip hop artists.

If you are a fan of South African hip hop, then you should definitely check out “Num8er Num8er”. It is an essential album that every hip hop

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