Young music collective, Mahubo delivers a soulful cover of John Legend’s classic, showcasing harmony, warmth and talent to be on the look out for.
Soweto, South Africa (22 January 2026) – It takes a special kind of confidence to reinterpret a song as timeless and emotionally rich as John Legend’s Ordinary People. It’s a track built on vulnerability and MAHUBO handles it with a softness that immediately draws you in.
The young Soweto-based music collective recently shared their cover of the neo-soul classic, and it’s the kind of performance that makes you pause mid-scroll. Nothing feels rushed. Nothing feels forced. Ordinary People, released by John Legend in 2004, has long been celebrated for its raw take on love. MAHUBO leans into this song with the harmonies of their instruments.
MAHUBO is a collective born in the heart of Soweto, made up of young musicians from different corners of the township. Their musical identity blends neo-soul sincerity, jazz sophistication and touches of classical elegance, creating something that feels both grounded and forward-looking.
While their social media presence is still fairly new, MAHUBO has already begun building a catalogue of covers that showcase their range.
There’s a certain “sunrise energy” to MAHUBO’s sound. This is a reflection of young artists who understand the power of collaboration.
@m.a.h.u.b.o We’re back like we never left!!! We hope that you enjoy this cover. 💕#fyp #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp #neosoul #jazz #rnb ♬ original sound – M A H U B O
Sources: Mahubo
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