By Nomali Cele
“How To Ruin Christmas” on Netflix is a series about the festive season. And the South African festive season is defined but the music. The new Netflix series did not miss a beat! Proceed with caution, may contain spoilers.
Malaika’s “Destiny”
One of the most romantic songs from one of our Afro-Pop greats is an ongoing thread in the series.
Master KG’s “Jerusalema”
It’s not a South African wedding without istep and “How To Ruin Christmas” does not disappoint! The producers gives the people what the want using one of the biggest viral songs of the year.
Brenda’s “Vula Indlela”
Over 20 years ago, Brenda Fassie’s comeback move, “Vula Indlela”, came charging onto the airwaves and December was never the same. in “How To Ruin Christmas” the song punctuates an anxious moment for the sister duo, Tumi and Beauty as they pull a runaway bride.
Bongeziwe Mabandla’s “Khangela”
Just before lockdown, Bongeziwe Mabandla released a gem of an album filled with songs about longing and heartbreak. This song from the album plays in the background as Tumi’s relationship to her bestfriend, Khaya, evolves.
Boom Shaka’s “Thobela”
Boom Shaka were pioneers in South African music and it was a joy to hear this rarely played classic from the group.
Langa Mavuso performance
All we will say is that the young prince of Afro-Soul has a cameo live performance.
Mapaputsi’s “Kleva”
The braggadocio of Mapaputsi’s voice and lyrics tells you everything you need to know about uncle Siya, who, fresh out of prison, drives up the Four Seasons cobbled driveway with the top down on his gusheshe.
What were your favourite music moments from “How To Ruin Christmas” on Netflix? Tweet us @KayaFM95dot9


