Up (reup) Ft Wizkid & Aka (remix) - Emtee - Roll
The track serves as a celebratory anthem focused on success, lifestyle, and African pride.
The song is the official remix of South African rapper Emtee's breakout hit "Roll Up," featuring Nigerian superstar Wizkid and the late South African hip-hop icon AKA . Released in November 2015, this track is considered a pivotal moment in the "African Trap Music" (ATM) movement, bridging the gap between Southern and Western African music cultures. Origin and Background Emtee - Roll Up (ReUp) Ft WIZKID & AKA (Remix)
: The remix came about after Wizkid expressed interest in working with Emtee. AKA, who was a mentor figure to Emtee early in his career, also joined to create a powerhouse collaboration often referred to as a "South Africa x Nigeria" link-up. The track serves as a celebratory anthem focused
: The title and chorus ("Roll up the weed one time") center on relaxation and partying, a common trope in trap music. Origin and Background : The remix came about
: The original "Roll Up" was produced by Ruff and reportedly written and recorded by Emtee in just two hours. It became an instant anthem in South Africa, blending trap beats with local vernacular.
