DJ Lag’s ‘Woza’ Redefines 3-Step with Gqom Roots

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South Africa’s DJ Lag, the undisputed architect of gqom, dropped his electrifying single ‘Woza’ on June 6th, 2025, now streaming everywhere. Known for chart-dominating tracks like ‘Hade Boss’ and the multi-platinum The Re-Up (boasting over 1 million streams), he’s a global icon. His collab with Beyoncé on The Lion King: The Gift and performances at Village Underground and Boiler Room cement his legacy. Right now, he’s dominating stages worldwide, from MTN Bushfire to Ultra South Africa, with upcoming shows at DC10 in Ibiza and Rush Festival in France.

‘Woza’ dives into the 3-Step sound, a genre DJ Lag has been molding with 3-Step innovator Thakzin. The track blends gqom’s visceral energy with a sleek Afro Tech bassline, delivering a propulsive, club-ready anthem. Sir Trill lays down raw, reflective lyrics, while Sykes’ ethereal vocals add a haunting depth, striking a balance between gritty emotion and dancefloor euphoria.

DJ Lag reflects, “I started making the beat for ‘Woza’ while playing b2b sets with Thakzin. I wanted to capture my take on 3-Step while channeling Afro-Tech influences I’ve been spinning during live sets. When Sir Trill and Sykes added their magic, I knew I had something that merged my gqom roots with a new sonic direction, it just felt right.” Sir Trill notes, “With the lyrics, I wanted to remind people who fathered the style, and how sometimes you can’t take things personally. It’s a message of resilience, pour a drink, let it be, and keep moving.” ‘Woza’ is a bold step forward, showing DJ Lag’s knack for evolving while staying true to his Durban sound.

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