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Thathisigubhu
Bongo Maffin Lyrics
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usufake ezozweni, ezozweni
ufake amaspex uzowuzw
ube kate ngayazi kuth' isayiwa kanjani lengoma
ube kate nhayazi kuth' ishayiwa nge bass lesgubhu
oh thath isgubhu, isghubhu
usifak ezozweni, ezozweni
uzowuzwa ubumnandi obulapho
helelele yei yo
thath isghubu, thath isgubhu
usifake ezozweni, ezozweni
ufake amaspex uzowuzwa
uzowuzwa ubumnandi obulapho
bo meno masweu ke bo siila kgaka senwa moro
mpuru o faretswe mmangwana o fara phafana
bo tlhogo putswa ba lekile gwa retela
nthupetse thlogwana ya tsela
tsela e e motsopodi ya naka tsa thlolo
tsela kgopo
seja mephato e tswile letsholo
bo mowa loto e dirwa fela
for this year motswako
if we can tar and teller
i can bite back like a tarantula
le sejathlapi se re aparetse
kobo ya bo tsetse
ba lena senamarala kobo yo bogosi
le bo eseng mang bavipala mabala a nkwe
bo mmankge maitsanape opele dikoma re utlwe
thats isghubu, thath isghubu
usifake ezozweni ezozweni
ufake amaspex uzowuzwa
uzowuzwa ubumnandi obulapho
thath isgubhu thath isghubu
usifake ezozweni ezozweni
ufake amadpex uzowuzwa
uzowuzwa ubumnandi obulapho
yho
thath isghubhu izwa mdala
thath isgubhu izwa dimama dimama
thina siyagiya ngengoma
and our style just rock like so
and our style just nice like so
and our style versatile like so
dimama thath isgubhu izwa mdala
ngithi woza nawe uthath isgubhu weh a
isghubhu weh ma
uzowuzwa kuthi le ekhaya sidhaya kanjani
oh web ma ma ma man
ngithi woza nawe uthath isgubhu weh ma
isghubhu weh ma
uzowuzwa kuthi la ekhaya sishaya kanjani weh ma
thath isghubu thath isgubhu
usifake ezozweni ezozweni
ufake amaspex uzowuzwa
uzowuzwa ubumnandi obulapho
the end...
The song "Thathisigubhu" by Bongo Maffin is a celebration of the power of music, specifically the transformative power of the South African house music genre known as kwaito. The opening line "Thathi isghubhu, thath isghubhu" translates to "Take the singers, take the singers" and sets the tone for the rest of the song. The chorus repeats the phrase "usifake ezozweni, ezozweni, ufak amaspex uzowuzwa" which roughly means "put the singers on the corners, put on the singers, and you will hear the good music". The power of the music to bring people together is emphasized throughout the song, with the lyrics describing how kwaito music unites people from different backgrounds and creates a sense of community.
The second verse of the song shifts the focus to social and political issues facing South Africa, including poverty, crime, and corruption. The lyrics describe the struggles of ordinary people living in disadvantaged areas and the need for leaders to listen to their concerns. Despite the challenges, the chorus reminds listeners of the power of music to bring joy and hope to even the most difficult situations.
Overall, "Thathisigubhu" is an uplifting and empowering song that celebrates the transformative power of music and its ability to unite people and bring joy to even the most difficult circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
thath'isghubu, thath'sghubu
Let's get the party started with some banging music
usufake ezozweni, ezozweni
Put up the sound system, and make sure it's loud enough to hear from a distance
ufake amaspex uzowuzw
Put on some trendy glasses, and get ready to hear some good music
ube kate ngayazi kuth' isayiwa kanjani lengoma
Even though no one knows the lyrics, the song is still loved and enjoyed
ube kate nhayazi kuth' ishayiwa nge bass lesgubhu
Even though no one knows how to dance, they can't resist the bass of the music
oh thath isgubhu, isghubhu
This is the kind of music that gets everybody moving
uzowuzwa ubumnandi obulapho
You will experience pure joy and pleasure through this music
bo meno masweu ke bo siila kgaka senwa moro
People of all different backgrounds and ethnicities come together to enjoy this music
mpuru o faretswe mmangwana o fara phafana
The rhythm of the music is so infectious that even those who can't dance will move their bodies
bo tlhogo putswa ba lekile gwa retela
Everyone, young and old, comes together to enjoy this music
tsela e e motsopodi ya naka tsa thlolo tsela kgopo
The beat of the music will guide you down the path of enjoyment
seja mephato e tswile letsholo
Bring all your friends and let's enjoy the music together
for this year motswako if we can tar and teller
This year, let's enjoy the motswako music by dancing together and having a great time
i can bite back like a tarantula
Even though the music is light-hearted and playful, we can still bring our energy and have a good time
thath isghubu izwa mdala
Let's keep dancing to this amazing music, no matter our age
thina siyagiya ngengoma
We are all united through the power of music
and our style just rock like so
Our unique style of music is the best and we will continue to rock it
and our style just nice like so
Our music is smooth and enjoyable for all to listen to
and our style versatile like so
Our music can be enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds
ngithi woza nawe uthath isgubhu weh a
Come on, join me and let's dance to this amazing music
uzowuzwa kuthi le ekhaya sidhaya kanjani
You will feel right at home when listening to this music
oh web ma ma ma man
This music is so good, even the ancient spirits are dancing along with us
uzowuzwa kuthi la ekhaya sishaya kanjani weh ma
You will feel like you are at home, even if you are far away
Writer(s): Oscar Mdlongwa, Zynne Sibika, Mandla Mofokeng, Adrian Mupemhi, Harold Matlhaku, Don Laka, Tshepo Seate, Thandiswa Mazwai
Contributed by Elijah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.