Award-winning singer, influencer, and Liyema Pantsi has officially announced the release of her latest single, Lose Control, a collaboration with South African rapper Usimamane.
The highly anticipated track is scheduled to drop on June 5, 2026, and has already generated excitement among fans following its announcement on social media.
Liyema unveiled the official cover artwork for the song, a bold fashion statement that immediately caught her followers’ attention. In the promotional image, the reality TV star-turned-musician appears in a cheetah-print outfit, paired with matching heels and a fur coat, creating a striking visual ahead of the release.
Beyond the aesthetics, the singer revealed that the song represents something deeply personal to her.
According to Liyema, Lose Control marks another step in her commitment to creating Pop music despite the genre not always receiving the same level of mainstream attention in South Africa.
“Pop music has always been home to me,” she wrote.
“And in a space where Pop isn’t always accepted in SA or the loudest, choosing to make the music I love feels like believing in something before the world sees it.”
The singer explained that the project is dedicated to listeners who connect with emotional storytelling, powerful melodies, and music that inspires dreams.
“For every South African kid who grew up loving melodies, big feelings and songs that made them dream.
For the pop girls. For the ones who feel deeply and anyone who’s been waiting for something a little different.”
Liyema further described the release as a significant milestone in her artistic journey.
“This release means more to me than I can put into words. It’s proof that there’s room for every sound, every dream and every version of ourselves.
I hope it finds the people it’s meant for.”
Her heartfelt message resonated strongly with her fanbase, known as the Lilies, who quickly flooded the comments section with messages of support and anticipation.
One fan wrote:
“Going to lose Control Friday. Love that you believe in yourself before the world does. All behind you always.”
Another supporter added:
“I can’t wait my Liliza.”
The upcoming release follows the success of Someone to Love, a collaboration with Onesimus that Liyema released in May.
Since emerging as the winner of Big Brother Mzansi Season 6, Liyema has steadily expanded her presence in the entertainment industry, balancing her career as a content creator, influencer, and recording artist.
With Lose Control set to arrive this week, many fans are eager to see how the collaboration with Usimamane will further shape her evolving musical identity.
For Liyema, however, the release appears to represent more than just another single. It is a statement of belief in her chosen sound and a reminder that there is space in South African music for artists willing to follow their creative instincts.
As the countdown to June 5 continues, anticipation is building among fans eager to hear what could be another defining moment in her growing music career.
