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Iphindlela
Bongo Maffin Lyrics
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You never know what across it
Until you cross it
You never know what across the mountain
Until you reach it
Now singa lady!!
Heleleh mama
Heleleh mama yoh
Thath' udali wami
Ngiyamthanda udali wami
Ngiyal'thanda isoka lami
Ngiyamthanda u-lovey wami
Ngiyamthanda ijuba wami
Um'engibonga uthi dudlu
Um'engibona uthi
Um'engibon' uthi hhay' i-cherrie yami
Yi-yi-yi-yind' indlela
The lyrics of Bongo Maffin's song Iphindlela speak about the unpredictability of life and the journey that we embark on. The opening lines - "You never know what across it, Until you cross it" - remind us of how life can throw challenges at us that we cannot anticipate, but we must face them as they come. The song encourages us to keep moving forward and to never give up. When we face a mountain, we may not know what's on the other side until we reach it. This could be a metaphor for the obstacles we face in life, and how we must push through them to overcome them.
The song also speaks about love and gratitude. The singer expresses their love and appreciation for their partner, with lines such as "Thath' udali wami, Ngiyamthanda udali wami" which means "Give me your hand, I love you my friend." Their love for soccer, or "isoka" in Zulu, is also expressed, as well as their love for the person they call "lovey" and even the rain, referred to as "ijuba."
Overall, the lyrics of Iphindlela evoke a sense of hope and perseverance, encouraging us to push through the challenges in life and appreciate the love and beauty around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Aah, yeah yoh you...
Sometimes you never know what's ahead of you until you get there.
You never know what across it
Sometimes you don't know what's on the other side.
Until you cross it
You won't ever know what lies on the other side unless you take action.
You never know what across the mountain
Similarly, you never really know what obstacles or challenges lie ahead of you unless you face them head-on.
Until you reach it
You have to actively pursue your goals and overcome challenges to truly understand what's on the other side.
Now singa lady!!
Now let's celebrate and sing together!
Heleleh mama
Expressing joy and excitement!
Heleleh mama iyoh mama
Expressing joy, excitement and also acknowledging the motherly figure.
Heleleh mama yoh
An exclamation of excitement or approval.
Thath' udali wami
I took my spear (a symbol of power, strength and masculinity).
Ngiyamthanda udali wami
I love my spear.
Ngiyal'thanda isoka lami
I love my soccer ball.
Ngiyamthanda u-lovey wami
I love my lover.
Ngiyamthanda ijuba wami
I love my rain (a symbol for blessing, growth and abundance).
Um'engibonga uthi dudlu
Someone who praises me for eating.
Um'engibona uthi
Someone who sees me.
Um'engibon' uthi hhay' i-cherrie yami
Someone who sees my girl and praises her beauty.
Yi-yi-yi-yind' indlela
Oh, this is the path!
Contributed by Carter A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@thethwayon
Old good memories. My girlfriend used to play this song for me when I come home drunk. Today she is my wife and a mother to my two children. I love her.
@judithntlantla3088
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@FrancoisVanrooyen-pz4ed
Our good days in capital 5
@lesegorafoneke6766
Nxooo beautiful memories indeed ❤may God bless your union and ur beautiful chidlren❤
@lesegoleach7872
You will never get enough with this song,forever classic 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽
@annahsjewel
2024 still here 💃🏼 a classic 🫶🏽
@sammlindytshuma5683
I love this song, it will definitely be on the playlist on my traditional Wedding Day!!!!!🥰! ..
@Ty111506
Man this took me back when my sister was alive 😢
@lindokuhlegcuma3690
Even now in 2019 I don’t see a way so please god show me the real one 🥰
@bryanbanda2305
I remember being like 6 years old and my parents playing this CD in the car. Good memories