From a God to a King

From a God to a King
Studio album by Kelly Khumalo
Released	23 April 2023 (2023-04-23)
Recorded	2021–2023 [1]
Length	34:15
Label	Universal Music South Africa
Producer	Mondli Ngcobo
Kelly Khumalo chronology
The Voice of Africa (2020) From a God to a King (2023)
Singles from From a God to a King
"Bazokhuluma" Released: 4 November 2022

From a God to a King is the tenth studio album by South African singer Kelly Khumalo, released on 14 February 2023 through Universal Music South Africa. ^[1] Production was handled by Mondli Ngcobo. ^[1]

Release and promotion

The Standard edition of From a God to a King was released on 14 February 2023.

To further promote the album Khumalo performed her first annual Gospel Explosion Concert from 15–16 April at Johannesburg's Lyric Theatre. ^{[2] [3]}

On 28 April, following the success of the two dates, she added one more date that was held at Vaal on 28 May. ^[4]

In late August 2022, Kelly announced the From a God to a King tour, which began on 17 September, Carnival City, Boksburg. ^{[5] [6]}

The album's lead single, "Bazokhuluma" featuring Zakwe and Mthunzi was released on 4 November 2022. ^[7]

From a God to a King's deluxe edition was released on 31 May 2024.

Track listing

From a God to a King track listing

No.	Title	Length
1.	"Akathintwa"	5:15
2.	"Uzoma"	4:13
3.	"Ngisize" (featuring Sbu Soule)	4:42
4.	"Uyathandwa"	4:59
5.	"Mina Nawe" (featuring Mondli Ngcobo)	3:29
6.	"Isivikelo" (featuring Mbuso Khoza)	5:53
7.	"Bazokhuluma" (featuring Zakwe and Mthunzi)	5:44
Total length:		34:15

Deluxe edition bonus tracks

No.	Title	Length
8.	"Amazwi"	4:02
9.	"Ngibambe"	4:51
10.	"Emaweni"	4:50
Total length:		47:58

Personnel

Credits for From a God to a King are adapted from AllMusic. ^[8]

• Kelly Khumalo - Composer, Primary Artist, Vocals
• Mbuso Khoza - Composer, Primary Artist, Vocals
• Mondli Ngcobo - Composer, Musical Producer, Primary Artist, Producer, Vocals
• Mthunzi - Primary Artist, Vocals
• Mthunzi Ndimande - Composer
• Ntokozo Zakwe - Composer
• Sbu Soule - Primary Artist, Vocals
• Sibusiso Nkwanyana - Composer
• Zakwe - Primary Artist, Rap

Awards

From a God to a King received two nominations for Female Artist of the Year and Best Afro-Pop Album at 29th South African Music Awards.

Year	Nominee / work	Award	Result
2023	From a God to a King	Female Artist of the Year	Nominated
		Best Afro-Pop Album	Nominated

Release history

List of release dates, showing region, formats, label, editions and reference

Region	Date	Format(s)	Label	Edition(s)	Ref.
South Africa	14 February 2023	Digital download Streaming	Universal Music	Standard
	31 May 2024			Deluxe

References

1. Maako, Keitumetse (22 April 2023). "'It's about me': Kelly Khumalo shares 'self-introspection' while making 'best work to date' | Life" . South Africa: Life. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
2. Shumba, Ano (16 March 2022). "SA: Kelly Khumalo to host Gospel Explosion concert | Music In Africa". Music In Africa. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
3. Naidoo, Sonri (15 March 2022). "Kelly Khumalo talks about hosting 'Gospel Explosion'". Independent Online. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
4. Maliba, Amanda (18 April 2022). "Khumalo extends run of Gospel Explosion concert to the Vaal". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
5. Darangwa, Shingai (24 August 2022). "Kelly Khumalo set to embark on her From a God to a King tour – IOL". Independent Online. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
6. de Wee, Naledi (22 August 2022). "From a God to a King: Kelly Khumalo set to kick off music tour". The South African. Retrieved 16 September 2022.
7. "Kelly Khumalo Releases Bazokhuluma ft Zakwe & Mthunzi! | Trace". Trace. 4 November 2022. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
8. "From a God to a King - Kelly Khumalo | Credits | AllMusic". AllMusic. Retrieved 8 June 2024.