Eighteen year old vocalist Liora Music is building on the momentum of her debut with the release of “Othandweni kuyaphileka”, a new single that pairs her soulful voice with the production expertise of South African hitmaker Blaq Major.

The track dropped last Thursday and marks the first major cross-border collaboration for the Bulawayo-born singer, who is quickly gaining recognition as one of Zimbabwe’s most promising young voices.

“Othandweni kuyaphileka”, which translates to “Love is a place where one lives and thrives,” is a midtempo Afropop and house infused anthem about resilience and second chances.

The song’s lyrics explore the idea that love can become a sanctuary when both people are ready, a theme that resonates with Liora’s focus on heartfelt storytelling.

The production, handled by Blaq Major, layers warm basslines, syncopated percussion, and atmospheric synths beneath Liora’s clear, emotive vocals.

The partnership between the two artists started online after Blaq Major stumbled across Liora’s debut single Ngathemba Wena (I trusted you) on TikTok. He was struck by her vocal control and phrasing, which stood out even on a phone-recorded performance. What followed was a months-long creative dialogue conducted over voice notes, video calls, and shared project files.

Liora informed My Kasi Magazine that she recorded her vocals in Bulawayo, while Blaq Major handled arrangement and mixing from his studio in South Africa.

SThehe further said the process pushed her to refine her writing and delivery, and the final track reflects that back and forth exchange.

“Working with Blaq Major was an incredible experience; he is such a humble person and a true professional,” Liora Music said.

Talking to My Kasi Magazine ,Blaq defined the song,as a love song that is all about second chances.

“The song is about giving love a second chance. It carries the message that love is a sanctuary for everyone, provided you find the right person at the right time.” Blaq Major.

Blaq Major is known for producing “Sdakiwe Sbali” and working with several amapiano and Afro-house acts.

He said the collaboration felt natural because Liora brought a distinct Zimbabwean vocal texture to the beat.

Despite her rising profile, Liora remains focused on her education. She is currently completing her A-Level studies in Bulawayo, often recording and writing after classes and on weekends. Her management at Bongo Love Music International says the label has structured her schedule to prioritise school, with studio sessions scheduled around exams and coursework.

That discipline has become part of her public image, with fans and local media noting her maturity in interviews and her ability to separate her roles as a student and an artist.

“I try to treat music like a responsibility, not just a passion,” Liora explained.