South Africa is on the rise in terms of its music scene, which is constantly evolving on both the local and global scale. We are seeing a movement of artists dive into a different offering, which is refreshing our playlists on a regular basis. One such artist who prides herself on being different is none other than Bethe.
Meet the Artist
Bethe is an Afro-alt singer-songwriter who has been showcasing raw emotion and 'a sound that doesn't play by the rules' (as she defines it) since her debut with the single 'ENEMY' on August 8, 2025.
Starting as a YouTuber, Bethe loves telling stories through videos, song, and dance. She is a Hallyu fan who has performed at world-famous events such as Comic Con and has recently taken the leap of releasing her first track.
Bethe is an authentic artist who blends her experiences and dreams into music, hoping that it will convey her intent through the power of melodies.
This is clearly visible in the official teaser of 'ENEMY'.
Meet the Music
'ENEMY' is a blend of Afropop and alternative music that boasts an intoxicating rhythm that simultaneously ebbs and flows between a delicate genre-bending sound.
Bethe wrote 'ENEMY' during a time when she felt powerless and silenced, but the song in itself is nothing but empowering to listen to. The music builds up in a way that makes something grow inside the listener, promising them an uplifting outcome.
Bethe explains that this very music experience mimics the journey that creating this song took her on. She recalls how the song is an anthem that pulled her out of a dark place and helped her work through times of despair. 'ENEMY' is about reclaiming and owning a power that everyone should be aware that no one can take from them.
Check out the full 'ENEMY' music video below.
To top off the magic of this release, Bethe recently teased new music on her Instagram stories, raising anticipation for her follow-up single. Stay tuned to her official channels for more releases.
Follow Bethe on the following channels: Bethe's YouTube | Bethe's Instagram
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