In a twist that has the internet buzzing, the iconic American songstress, Alicia Keys, found herself entranced by a unique rendition of her 2013 hit, “Unthinkable”. The artist behind this fresh take? None other than TikTok sensation and Amapiano singer, Khanyisa Jaceni.
Alicia Keys, a timeless talent whose songs like “Fallin”, “You Don’t Know My Name”, “Girl on Fire”, and “No One” have resonated across generations, recently stumbled upon Jaceni’s captivating performance. The South African artist’s vocal prowess and undeniable talent left Keys spellbound.
In a move that sent ripples across the digital landscape, Keys filmed her reaction to Jaceni’s performance and shared it on X (formerly known as Twitter). The clip quickly went viral, sparking a flurry of mixed reactions. While some netizens were awestruck, others found themselves cringing at the spectacle.
But who is Khanyisa Jaceni? This 28-year-old starlet is no stranger to the limelight. From her humble beginnings creating TikTok videos for fun, Jaceni’s star has been on a meteoric rise. Recently, she made headlines for gracing a New York Times Square billboard – a testament to her growing fame. This achievement came on the heels of Spotify selecting her as their Equal Africa ambassador.
Reflecting on her journey from TikTok to television, Jaceni was quoted by Mail & Guardian saying, “I’m the TikToker who’s now on TV.” Indeed, this rising star is reaching for the stars and shows no signs of slowing down.