Duo Venom and Shishiliza Confirm Return With “Love Is Pain II”

Duo Venom and Shishiliza Confirm Return With “Love Is Pain II.” The South African music landscape is once again alive with anticipation as celebrated amapiano collaborators Venom and Shishiliza officially signal their return with the announcement of their sophomore joint album, LOVE IS PAIN II.

The duo broke the news through a stylish social media reveal, with posts appearing on Shishiliza’s X account (@Shishiliza44) and across Venom’s platforms. The message was simple yet powerful: “LOVE IS PAIN II. Coming Soon.” Paired with bold promotional images.

This upcoming release serves as the long-awaited sequel to their 2022 collaborative album Love is Pain, which dropped under Sound African Recordings. That debut proved to be a defining moment in their careers, producing multiple fan favourites and standout records.

Chief among them was the gold-certified hit “Sondela,” featuring an all-star lineup of Yumbs, Raspy, Blxckie, the late Riky Rick, and Tshego. The song’s infectious sound and emotional pull helped solidify Venom x Shishiliza as a formidable force within amapiano, pushing the genre into new sonic and commercial territory.

Since then, fans have been eager for another full-length offering from the pair. While both artists have remained active through individual projects and strategic collaborations, demand for a follow-up never faded. Their 2025 single “weSthandwa,” which reunited them with Yumbs and included Blxckie, 031Choppa, and Shannon, felt like a clear sign that something bigger was on the way. The track’s smooth, romantic energy suggested a natural build-up toward a complete album experience.

Although details such as the release date, tracklist, and featured artists are still tightly guarded, the announcement alone has been enough to ignite excitement across the industry.

With Venom’s sharp production and A&R vision alongside Shishiliza’s songwriting depth and artistic direction, LOVE IS PAIN II is expected to dive deeper into the emotional contrasts of love. From tender moments to raw confessions, the album is poised to balance heartfelt storytelling with irresistible amapiano rhythms.