Kenny G amused at being SA's unofficial 'wedding performer'

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Saxophone superstar Kenny G was thoroughly amused at the revelation that South Africans not only adored him but also enlisted him as their unofficial wedding performer.

The multi-Grammy-winning artist will perform in the country in three provinces later this year.

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KENNY G AMUSED BY SOUTH AFRICAN FANS

In a casual chat with Smile FM, Kenny G – known for his curly hair and jazzy saxophone tunes – was let in on a national secret.

Host Phil de Lange said: “Your music is used at weddings and family functions, specifically when people are waiting for the food to arrive.”

When asked if he was aware of it, the 68-year-old musician laughed and asked, “So, not when they’re walking down the aisle?”

He also asked: “Do my songs help with the appetite or something?”

Beaming, Kenny G continued: “I did not know that, and you know, it makes me smile. I’m happy to know that”.

In the comments section of a TikTok video posted by Phil, South Africans were also amused:

GuranR commented: “The biryani tastes better with Kenny G playing in the background!” while That Auntie posted: “Kenny G needs to see some people’s wedding videos to understand. He is such an important part of our culture”.

The curly-haired star – whose full name is Kenny Gorelick – is known for his hit songs like Songbird, Forever in Love, and Sentimental.

THIRD TIME’S THE CHARM

Kenny G will be performing in South Africa in 2025 for the third time. He last toured the country in 1998 and 2014.

He said in his concert announcement: “It’s been way too long since our last visit to South Africa. We had an incredible time performing for such a warm and passionate audience.

“We are really looking forward to finally coming back to share our music with all of you again.”