Prince Kaybee gives producers the green light to remix his old hits
Prince Kaybee invites producers to remix his classic hits, sparking a new wave of creativity around the tracks that defined his career.
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Prince Kaybee, born Kabelo Motsamai, has opened the door for producers to remix his classic hits, inviting a new wave of creativity to reinterpret the tracks that shaped his career.
The move came after a producer sent him a direct message saying, “Sawbona, bhuti Kabelo. Maninga dropa iRemix yeCharlotte uzongishaya? (Hello, brother Kabelo. If I dropped the Charlotte remix, would you beat me?)”
“Charlotte” is a track Kaybee released in 2017 featuring Lady Zamar.
Kaybee shared the message on social media with the caption: “Lol shame man, I just wanna say to all producers that I do not mind if you remix any of the hits we did back in the day. If it helps you get where you need to be, get in there and be as creative as you possibly can. Good luck.”
One user reminded him, “Remember what Ralf said to you, Kabelo. That, ‘All the classics must remain untouched?’”
This refers to a 2023 moment when Ralf GUM refused Kaybee permission to remix his hit “Take Me To My Love”, which features Monique Bingham.
Kaybee had expressed interest in reworking the track, but GUM responded simply: “DON’T.”
GUM explained that remixes often do not benefit the owners of the original song and stressed the importance of preserving classics. He said that he meant no harm in his response, but that some songs should remain as they are.
Kaybee addressed the reminder on social media, offering his perspective on music and creativity.
“If you think I am an a**hole, that’s fine,” he wrote.
“Just say you don’t like Prince Kaybee instead of hiding behind ‘classics can't be touched.’ Ralf GUM’s response was personal. He responded with his emotions based on what the industry has made me look like. Music evolves because of remixes."
"The reason we have amapiano is because of remixing house music by slowing it down. The reason we have house music is because of remixing pop music back in Chicago with up-tempo beats. That’s why Ralf GUM even exists - because of remixes.”
He continued, “Gatekeeping music or the creative process prevents innovation. Even if it’s not remixing a classic, taking a shot at someone else’s idea that inspired you can open a whole new world of ideas and even birth a new genre altogether.”