A-Reece Reacts To Cassper’s Remarks That He’s Not an A-Lister. A-Reece has finally broken his silence following Cassper Nyovest’s recent remarks questioning his mainstream relevance — and in true Reece fashion, his response was brief, poetic, and piercing.
Taking to social media, the Pretoria-born rapper posted, “a ba re tshabe slimes 💔” and “nna di ntwa deng tapisitse maybe I’ll just take the advice and come outside ke tla reng?” The posts, written in a mix of Setswana and casual vernac, loosely translate to: “They don’t fear the Slimes,” and “These fights exhaust me, maybe I’ll just take the advice and come outside — what more can I say?”
Cassper had stirred the pot earlier by describing A-Reece’s career as “niche,” suggesting that while Reece has a loyal fanbase, it hasn’t translated into widespread, national commercial dominance. “A-Reece has a very healthy career.
“It’s niche, though. It’s good for him and his cult fans… but it’s not A-list,” said Cassper. He questioned Reece’s presence outside of major cities, asking when he last performed in towns like Venda, Newcastle, or KwaMashu. According to Cassper, true A-list status in South Africa involves reaching every corner of the country and pulling off large-scale events, including stadium shows.
While some interpreted Cassper’s comments as harsh but honest industry talk, others saw them as a challenge to one of the genre’s most respected lyricists. A-Reece’s response, subtle but powerful, struck a chord with his fanbase, known as Slimes, who quickly flooded the timelines in support of their leader. His message seemed to acknowledge the criticism while also hinting at a possible shift in approach — the idea that he might step outside his carefully curated mystique and engage more actively with the mainstream scene.
A-Reece has long been known for moving at his own pace. He rarely grants interviews, rarely courts controversy, and lets the music speak for itself. Yet even without aggressive promotion or industry politics, he has built one of the most devoted fan communities in South African music. His shows, while less frequent than those of more commercial acts, often sell out. His lyrics are dissected like scripture. His name trends with little effort.
Cassper, on the other hand, has built his legacy on visibility, brand partnerships, and undeniable commercial success. His ability to fill up stadiums and dominate charts is unmatched. His recent comments weren’t necessarily dismissive of A-Reece’s talent but more focused on the business of music and the pursuit of mass-market impact.
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