K.Keed claps back at DJ Speedsta's freestyle challenge

DJ Speedsta has been no stranger to controversy this year as he has been finding himself in heated debates over his takes on music and the industry.

- NOMATHAMSANQA SITHATHU

Recently, his comments about South Africans being "tired of Amapiano" drew backlash from fans, sparking a public back-and-forth with "Piano Pulse" co-host Thakgi Ledwaba.

Now, the “5 Hip Hop Nights” host is in the spotlight again, this time after an awkward on-air moment with rapper K.Keed.

During an interview on 5FM, DJ Speedsta challenged K.Keed to deliver a freestyle on the spot. The Cape Town-born rapper declined, telling him they should rather not go that route.

She said: “Nah, let’s not do that, Speedsta ...what do we think this is?”

DJ Speedsta pushed the issue, questioning why rappers in 2025 seem reluctant to freestyle.

“It's the young stars, man,” said the co-host.