OBSERVE | Somizi, Abigail Kubeka & others remake Johnny Clegg's 'The Crossing'.

Fifty of Mzansi's most talented artists, including Somizi, Abigail Kubeka, Dorothy Masuka and Judith Sephuma have added their voice to a tribute song for veteran Johnny Clegg.

It was announced on Wednesday that the artists had collaborated on a remake of Johnny's iconic single The Crossing  to celebrate his life and work.

All proceeds from the single will go to the Friends of Johnny Clegg Fund and will be used for primary school education.

The fund aims to empower the youth through literacy programmes by using technology in education to help make a difference.

The fund is managed by The Click Foundation who will distribute funds to their various centers across South Africa.


Check out the list of illustrious artists on the song:

 Karen Zoid, Abigail Kubeka, Andre Venter, Andy Mac, Anna Davel, Ard Matthews, Arno Carstens, Bobby van Jaarsveld, Corlea, Craig Hinds, Craig Lucas, Dan Patlansky, Dave Matthews, David Kramer, Dorothy Masuka, Elvis Blue, Emo Adams, Francois van Coke, Franja du Plessis, Gloria Bosman, Jason Hartman, Jesse Clegg , Jimmy Nevis, Juanita du Plessis, Judith Sephuma, Kahn Morbee, Karlien van Jaarsveld, Kurt Darren, Laudo Liebenberg, Lira, Majozi, Mike Rutherford, Paige Mac, Patricia Lewis, Peter Gabriel, Ross Learmonth, Somizi, Stompie Ernesta Manana, Thandeka Campher, Thembeka Mnguni, Tresor Riziki, Vicky Sampson, Victor Masondo, Vusi Mahlasela, Yati Khumalo, Jack Parow, and Zolani Mahola.

 Social media was buzzing with hype around the song.

😭😭💜🧡💛💚💙 tears of joy!!! Thank you for honoring our legend Johnny Clegg💫💫💫💫💃💃💃
Thank you, this is so beautiful 🌏 https://t.co/ck0QdrzbI4

— PeloM (@Pelo88124045) December 6, 2018

🌿🎤❤️THIS, is THAT SONG!! THE one (for me) that will remind us of how precious life is and how important friendship, community, joy and real compassion are #vathandemense #friendsofjohnny @karenzoid @JohnnyCleggReal #TheCrossing #mothershipstudios https://t.co/YEJOxhBJWC https://t.co/uovxFpGjWB

— Minda (@myklankkas) December 6, 2018

Good Morning Beautiful People

This Has Been The Biggest
& Most Rewarding Project This Year.

See If You Know Any Of The Faces
What A Line Up I Must Say !!!

Available On Itunes - All Monies Going Towards Developing Of Education.https://t.co/ATkkzv7Q0n

— emo adams (@emoadams) December 6, 2018