Amapiano Hits Different: South African Woman's Emotional Breakdown at Groove Goes Viral on TikTok

A woman's emotional breakdown during an amapiano groove has been captured on TikTok, showcasing the genre's profound impact on its listeners

The video highlights the deep connection South Africans share with amapiano, with many users relating to the emotional response it elicited

The clip also showcases the importance of friendships and support, as a friend comforts the crying lady, adding a heartwarming twist to the moment

Amapiano, one of Mzansi’s most beloved music genres in South Africa and across the globe, has once again proven its emotional impact after a TikTok video captured a woman breaking down in tears during a groove.

The footage, which has since gone viral, left many social media users amused, while others admitted to understanding the deep connection South Africans share with the genre.

The clip that was posted by the woman herself under the TikTok handle @gog_nkanyamba shows a crowd of people dancing and vibing to a popular amapiano track at a groove in South Africa. While everyone else appeared joyful and energetic, @gog_nkanyamba sat on a desk singing along, but was visibly overwhelmed by emotion.

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With tears streaming down her face, she broke into what many have described as an “ugly cry,” belting out the lyrics while clutching her chest.

Despite her raw display, the moment became heartwarming toward the end. Another woman, apparently a friend, walked up to comfort @gog_nkanyamba. She hugged the crying lady and even planted a kiss on her cheek while she continued to sob and sing. The gesture added a touching twist, showing how friendships often become a source of strength during emotional moments at social gatherings.

@gog_nkanyamba's video sparked mixed reactions online. Some users joked that the @gog_nkanyamba was going through mjolo problems, and that the lyrics had cut too deeply. Others sympathised, saying amapiano’s beats and lyrics often resonate with life’s struggles and joys, making the genre more than just music, it’s therapy.

The TikTok user @gog_nkanyamba's clip, posted on 13 August 2025, incidentally highlights how music, especially amapiano, continues to move South Africans beyond the dance floor, sometimes to laughter, or tears, but always to connection.

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South Africans react to woman's ugly cries at groove

People in South Africa took to the comments section to share their thoughts on the woman's ugly cry at groove, saying:

Micayla Mamo said:

"For her to heal from whatever she’s going through."

Sibongile Khotseng wrote:

"This looks funny, but crying is so relieving, shame."

Tlotlo Mekgwe expressed:

"Sorry mina I laughed."

Manjiya_the_1st stated:

"Yhu, that lady should have never touched her shoulder."

DT Sales replied:

"We are going through a lot straight."

Noms commented:

"May this spirit of gowishing never locate me."

Watch the video below:

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Source: Briefly News