Emtee - Roll Up (reup) Ft Wizkid & Aka (remix) Official

: The original "Roll Up" was produced by Ruff and reportedly written and recorded by Emtee in just two hours. It became an instant anthem in South Africa, blending trap beats with local vernacular.

The song is the official remix of South African rapper Emtee's breakout hit "Roll Up," featuring Nigerian superstar Wizkid and the late South African hip-hop icon AKA . Released in November 2015, this track is considered a pivotal moment in the "African Trap Music" (ATM) movement, bridging the gap between Southern and Western African music cultures. Origin and Background

: The title and chorus ("Roll up the weed one time") center on relaxation and partying, a common trope in trap music. Emtee - Roll Up (ReUp) Ft WIZKID & AKA (Remix)

The track serves as a celebratory anthem focused on success, lifestyle, and African pride.

: Lyrics frequently reference newfound financial freedom, such as Emtee mentioning giving large sums of money to his mother and sister. : The original "Roll Up" was produced by

: Emtee referred to the remix as the "Re-Up" to signify an upgraded version of the original "Roll Up". Thematic Analysis

: A key reason for the song's massive success was Emtee’s use of IsiZulu and other local languages over a standard trap beat, making the genre feel authentic to a South African audience. Cultural Impact Rapper Emtee on creating the ultimate trap anthem Roll Up Released in November 2015, this track is considered

: The remix came about after Wizkid expressed interest in working with Emtee. AKA, who was a mentor figure to Emtee early in his career, also joined to create a powerhouse collaboration often referred to as a "South Africa x Nigeria" link-up.