Butterworth duo Alter Kay and Amber Badu release soulful R&B single “Pick Up The 4ne”.

On image: The young and talented Alter Kay.

Butterworth, Eastern Cape – Rising talents Alter Kay and Amber Badu have joined forces to deliver a heartfelt R&B track titled “Pick Up The 4ne”, now available on all major streaming platforms. The single tells a deeply personal story of love, vulnerability, and the longing to reconnect.

In “Pick Up The 4ne”, listeners are drawn into the emotional world of a young man pleading for a second chance with the one he loves. Alter Kay, who penned the song from a real-life experience, describes the track as an entry from his musical diary. “I treat music like it’s my diary,” he explains. “This song was inspired by a real moment in my love life. When making it, I knew that many people would relate to what that song is about.”

New single artwork.

Amber Badu brings the story to life through her smooth vocals, taking on the role of the woman on the other end of the line. Her response, both tender and powerful, gives the track a layered emotional resonance that reflects the push-and-pull of complicated relationships.

Together, Alter Kay and Amber Badu create a nostalgic yet refreshing R&B sound that connects with listeners on a deep emotional level. Their Butterworth roots and raw storytelling make “Pick Up The 4ne” a standout track from two artists who are quickly becoming voices to watch in South African R&B.

“Pick Up The 4ne” is now streaming on all digital platforms.