Malawian R&B artist Thandi Marie returns with ‘Sweetness’, a new collaboration featuring DXMI OLAN that blends the smooth textures of R&B with the rhythmic appeal of Afrobeats.
Born in Lilongwe, Malawi, Thandi Marie grew up surrounded by the country’s vibrant musical culture, an influence that continues to shape her developing sound. Since stepping onto the music scene with her soulful debut single, ‘Brand New’, in 2021, she has been steadily building her artistic identity through a sound centred on melody, emotion and contemporary R&B.
She followed her debut with the two-track release ‘what i should’ve said’, offering listeners another glimpse into her songwriting and helping establish her as an emerging voice worth watching.
With ‘Sweetness’, Thandi Marie takes another step forward, bringing DXMI OLAN into the mix for a collaboration built around the meeting point between R&B and Afrobeats. The combination creates room for both artists to contribute to a sound that feels smooth, rhythmic and accessible, with their collaboration adding a fresh dimension to Thandi Marie’s growing catalogue.
The single highlights the creative possibilities that emerge when contemporary R&B meets African rhythms. Rather than remaining within one musical lane, ‘Sweetness’ reflects Thandi Marie’s willingness to explore a broader sonic space while maintaining the soulful foundation that introduced her to listeners.
The addition of DXMI OLAN also gives the release a collaborative character, bringing two emerging artists together around a shared musical direction. Their pairing offers a new chapter in Thandi Marie’s journey as she continues to develop her sound and reach listeners through fresh releases.
Following the early promise of ‘Brand New’ and ‘what i should’ve said’, ‘Sweetness’ adds to Thandi Marie’s evolving body of work, reinforcing her interest in blending soulful expression with contemporary African influences.
With this latest release, Thandi Marie continues to build her presence as a Malawian artist exploring the intersection of R&B and Afrobeats, while her collaboration with DXMI OLAN introduces another layer to her musical journey.
