Indoda Yejazi Elimnyama
Amaswazi Emvelo Lyrics

The lyrics of Amaswazi Emvelo's song "Indoda Yejazi Elimnyama" speaks about the struggles and challenges faced by a man who is labeled as the 'dark man' or the 'black man'. The repetitive verses in the song emphasize the weight of society's negative perceptions of a man with a darker skin tone. The chorus, "Ngihlushwa yindoda, Indoda yejaz'elimnyama" means "I am looked down upon because I am a dark-skinned man".

The song describes how the singer has been affected by prejudice and how it has impacted his life. He is filled with shame, and his attempts to prove himself are met with rejection from society. The lines "Ithi excuse me, Qhamuka weh mbhemu angisebenzi" which mean "He says excuse me, get up lazy person, I don't work" is a representation of this struggle. The singer is met with further judgement and is misunderstood, even when making an attempt to prove his worth.

The overall message of the song is about societal discrimination and its effect on those who are stereotyped, ostracised, and belittled. It speaks specifically to how African stereotypes have been formed and perpetuated, affecting people’s perceptions of one another. The song encourages society to reevaluate its perception, and to acknowledge and embrace diversity, regardless of skin colour.