Rising artist Danya Devs has shared an emotional tribute to his late mother, revealing how music became his way of saying goodbye while his song Ola Sbali continues to gain strong traction online.

In a heartfelt message posted on social media, the musician opened up about the loss, describing the day of her funeral as one of the most difficult moments of his life.

“Yesterday was the hardest day of my life. We laid my mother to rest,” he wrote.

Known for expressing himself through performance, Danya Devs said he chose to honour his mother in the way she best understood him, through creativity.

“I’m not someone who speaks much, but I honoured her the only way I know how, through song and dance. That’s how she raised me. That’s how she understood me.”

During the service, traditional leader Inkosi Mxolisi Buhlebezwe Wilson Xolo shared words that deeply resonated with the artist, reminding him of the love he witnessed growing up.

“I learned love from my parents. My father loved my mother sincerely and deeply,” Danya Devs reflected. “Even in her final days, he still remembered Valentine’s Day and brought her flowers just two days before she passed. That kind of love is something I will carry with me forever.”

The artist also expressed gratitude to friends, family, and supporters who stood by him during his time of grief.

“To my friends and family who showed up in numbers, who stood with me, prayed with me, and lifted me when I felt weak, thank you. It means more than I can put into words,” he said.

While mourning, Danya Devs assured fans that he intends to continue sharing his music, explaining that his mother strongly believed in his artistic journey and the path he is building.

“To my fans and supporters, please bear with me during this time. I am grieving, but I will try my best to continue giving you my art the way my mother would have wanted.”

Despite the personal loss, the musician confirmed that upcoming performances and media commitments will continue in her honour, including a scheduled appearance in Cape Town on 28 February.

Rising artist Danya Devs has shared an emotional tribute to his late mother, revealing how music became his way of saying goodbye while his song Ola Sbali continues to gain strong traction online.

In a heartfelt message posted on social media, the musician opened up about the loss, describing the day of her funeral as one of the most difficult moments of his life.

“Yesterday was the hardest day of my life. We laid my mother to rest,” he wrote.

Known for expressing himself through performance, Danya Devs said he chose to honour his mother in the way she best understood him, through creativity.

“I’m not someone who speaks much, but I honoured her the only way I know how, through song and dance. That’s how she raised me. That’s how she understood me.”

During the service, traditional leader Inkosi Mxolisi Buhlebezwe Wilson Xolo shared words that deeply resonated with the artist, reminding him of the love he witnessed growing up.

“I learned love from my parents. My father loved my mother sincerely and deeply,” Danya Devs reflected. “Even in her final days, he still remembered Valentine’s Day and brought her flowers just two days before she passed. That kind of love is something I will carry with me forever.”

The artist also expressed gratitude to friends, family, and supporters who stood by him during his time of grief.

“To my friends and family who showed up in numbers, who stood with me, prayed with me, and lifted me when I felt weak, thank you. It means more than I can put into words,” he said.

While mourning, Danya Devs assured fans that he intends to continue sharing his music, explaining that his mother strongly believed in his artistic journey and the path he is building.

“To my fans and supporters, please bear with me during this time. I am grieving, but I will try my best to continue giving you my art the way my mother would have wanted.”

Despite the personal loss, the musician confirmed that upcoming performances and media commitments will continue in her honour, including a scheduled appearance in Cape Town on 28 February.