THEMBA Releases Afro-Tech Remix of David Guetta & Sia’s Hit ‘Beautiful People’

The electrifying reunion of David Guetta and Sia on ‘Beautiful People’ is still lighting up the global dance scene—and now, South African powerhouse THEMBA injects his signature magic into the mix with a fresh, must-hear remix dropping Friday, May 16th.

THEMBA doesn’t just remix the track—he reshapes it. He trades the high-gloss EDM pulse of the original for a hypnotic Afro-tech rework. Think: Sia’s soaring vocals gliding over earthy piano chords, layered with crisp percussive textures and a swirling stereo synth that dances through your ears. The result? A soundscape that feels both euphoric and deeply grounded, intimate yet explosive.

The original track is already a juggernaut. With over 88 million streams worldwide—7 million from the UK alone—‘Beautiful People’ has solidified its place as one of Guetta’s most-streamed records. It’s currently #58 on the Official UK Chart, surging on Shazam (#10 in the UK, #34 globally), and dominating playlists with A List rotation on BBC Radio 1, Capital, and beyond. The official video has also racked up more than 16 million views and counting.

This isn’t the first time Guetta and THEMBA have crossed musical paths. Earlier in 2024, THEMBA joined forces with Guetta’s JACK BACK alias on the soulful banger ‘Give Me Something To Hold’. Now, with this remix, THEMBA proves once again why he’s at the forefront of progressive dance music, fusing African roots with cutting-edge production. He also brought his spin to Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s viral anthem ‘Murder On The Dancefloor’, and dropped original releases like ‘Lucid Dreams’, ‘Alegria’, and ‘Sorofe’ this year.

Since bursting onto the scene in 2018, THEMBA’s blend of tribal house, deep grooves, and emotive rhythms has earned him over 8 million streams. He’s rocked stages at some of the biggest venues and festivals worldwide—from Pacha Ibiza and E1 London to Untold, Neversea, and the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

This remix follows a historic performance at Ultra Music Festival’s 25th anniversary in March, where Guetta and Sia delivered a spine-tingling live rendition of ‘Beautiful People’—alongside their timeless hit ‘Titanium’. You can catch the performance footage below.

THEMBA’s remix isn’t just a reinterpretation. It’s a transformation—a global sound, rooted in soul, designed for the dancefloor.
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