Yes Lord
Black Umfolosi are a multi-discipline performing arts group, based in Bulaw… Read Full Bio ↴Black Umfolosi are a multi-discipline performing arts group, based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The group began as a means of entertaining themselves while still at school in 1982. They have since become an internationally acclaimed harmonic acappella singing and traditional African dance group. the original six members have developed their skills and their organization to a point where the now 18 members provide a multitude of services in the performing arts industry in Zimbabwe and internationally. Compared to the likes of Lady Smith Black Mambazo of South Africa, Black Umfolosi, tour extensively from their homeland Zimbabwe to the UK, Australia, Asia, Europe, Canada and the USA. They have released a number of recordings that feature singing styles of Imbube, Mbaqanga and Township songs. Their dynamic live performances showcase the traditional dancing styles of the Southern African region as well as the more contemporary styles and movements they develop themselves. Black Umfolosi is much more than a performing group; they are active in training others, particularly the youth, in dance and voice. They try to identify and develop up and coming groups and mentor them along their path to success. They provide workshops and residences in dance, voice, theatre, costume design, poetry, mime and also address various issues affecting society today. In short, Black Umfolosi are a community driven organization aiming to give back to people what they themselves have received. The group run various outreach programmes both at home and internationally, and does a lot of development educational work with universities, hospitals, prisons, community centres and other arts institutions.

Yes Lord
Black Umfolosi Lyrics


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Yes Lord yes Lord (Yes Lord hear my cry)
Yes Lord yes Lord (Yes Lord hear me crying)
(Yes Lord yes Lord hear my cry)

Yes Lord yes Lord (Yes Lord hear me cry)
Yes Lord yes Lord (Yes Lord hear me crying)
(Yes Lord yes Lord hear my cry)
Take a giant step today with mighty Jesus
And your life will never be the same again
Take a giant step today with mighty Jesus
(And your life will never be the same again)

Take a giant step today with mighty Jesus
And your life will never be the same again
Take a giant step today with mighty Jesus
(And your life will never be the same again)

(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more crying day and night)
(No more crying day and night)

(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more crying day and night)
(No more crying day and night)

(But with strength I shall walk with mighty God)
(But with strength I shall walk with mighty God)

(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)

(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)

(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)




(No more going back to the darkness)
(No more going back to the darkness)

Overall Meaning

The Black Umfolosi song "Yes Lord" is a powerful gospel tune that touches on themes of faith and redemption. The repetition of the phrase "Yes Lord" emphasizes the belief in a higher power and a need for divine intervention. The lyrics encourage listeners to take a "giant step" with Jesus, promising that their lives will be forever changed.


The verses touch on the struggles of life, including crying day and night and the darkness of despair. However, by walking with God and finding strength through faith, there is hope to rise above these struggles and leave the darkness behind. The song's overall message is one of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity, with a reliance on faith and the power of the divine.


Line by Line Meaning

Yes Lord yes Lord
Yes Lord hear my cry


Yes Lord yes Lord
Yes Lord hear me crying


Yes Lord yes Lord hear my cry
Yes Lord please hear and respond to my cry for help


Take a giant step today with mighty Jesus
Make a significant move forward in your life with the help of Jesus


And your life will never be the same again
Your life will be transformed for the better


No more going back to the darkness
No more returning to a negative or harmful state of being


No more crying day and night
No more experiencing constant emotional pain and sorrow


But with strength I shall walk with mighty God
I will have the power to walk with God on my side




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