Ingqondo
Busiswa Lyrics
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Ndithathwe singcingo zam
Ndibona uncumo lwakho lodwa
Ndivele ndincume nam
Ndisuke ndicinge intsuku zethu zokuqala
Ndikukroba ngelihlo elinye
Ndivele ndincume nam
Ndisakudlala ingqondo
Ndithi ndiyakuthanda
Ndiphinde ndithi anditsho
Uncumo lowakho lindibek'emoyeni andisakwazi nokucinga lento oyenzayo iWrongo x2
Ndifuna sibe sodwa elizweni elingaziwayo
Apho kunentyatyambo zodwa inyembezi zingaziwayo
(Churos)
Ndisakudlala inqondo ndithi ndiyakuthanda
Ndiphinde ndithi anditsho
Ncumo lwakho lindibeka emoyeni
Andisakwazi nokucinga lento uyenzayo iWrong x2
Ndifuna sibe sodwa elizweni elingaziwayo
Apho kunentyatyambo zodwa inyembezi zingaziwayo
Asoze siphinde sihambe sishiyane(shiyane shiyane shiyane)
Ixesha elide esizolihlala
Sofa silahlane
(Chorus nyana)
Ndikudlala inqondo
Thanda phinde ndithi anditshongo
Ncumo lwakho lindibeka emoyeni
Cinga lente oyenzayo iWrong x2
The song "Ingqondo" by Busiswa talks about being alone and reflecting on life while also being aware of one's strength and uncanny ability to keep pushing forward. The first verse starts with "Ndihleli ndodwa," which means "I am sitting alone," and goes on to talk about being aware of one's strength ("Ndibona uncumo lwakho lodwa"). The chorus repeats a few phrases, one of which is "ndisakudlala ingqondo," which means "I am playing with mymind," referring to the act of introspection and self-reflection.
The next verse talks about the desire to be alone in a place "elingaziwayo," which means "unknown," where one can freely shed tears without anyone noticing. It is followed by the chorus which repeats the same phrases as before, emphasizing the importance of understanding oneself and one's abilities.
The final verse talks about the inevitability of change. The phrase "Asoze siphinde sihambe sishiyane" means "We will never go back together," signifying the acceptance of moving on from past experiences. The song ends with the chorus.
Overall, "Ingqondo" is a song about solitude, reflection, and perseverance. It acknowledges the significance of understanding oneself and being aware of one's capabilities. The lyrics communicate a message of hope and self-acceptance, regardless of the challenges faced.
Line by Line Meaning
Ndihleli ndodwa
I am alone sitting by myself
Ndithathwe singcingo zam
My heart was stolen
Ndibona uncumo lwakho lodwa
I see your strength alone
Ndivele ndincume nam
I also want to be brave like you
Ndisuke ndicinge intsuku zethu zokuqala
I remember the days we first met
Ndikukroba ngelihlo elinye
I will search for you with my eyes
Ndisakudlala ingqondo
I am playing with my mind
Ndithi ndiyakuthanda
I say I love you
Ndiphinde ndithi anditsho
I repeat, but I don't say it
Uncumo lowakho lindibek'emoyeni andisakwazi nokucinga lento oyenzayo iWrongo x2
Your strength is so high that it leaves me bewildered, I can't think straight with what you're doing wrong
Ndifuna sibe sodwa elizweni elingaziwayo
I want us to be alone in an unknown world
Apho kunentyatyambo zodwa inyembezi zingaziwayo
Where there are no witnesses and tears are unheard of
(Churos)
Chorus
Ndisakudlala inqondo ndithi ndiyakuthanda
I am playing with my mind saying I love you
Ndiphinde ndithi anditsho
I repeat, but I don't say it
Ncumo lwakho lindibeka emoyeni
Your strength leaves me breathless
Andisakwazi nokucinga lento uyenzayo iWrong x2
I can't understand why you do what you do wrong
Asoze siphinde sihambe sishiyane(shiyane shiyane shiyane)
We will never walk together again
Ixesha elide esizolihlala
Time is running out, but we will remain
Sofa silahlane
We will sleep separately
(Chorus nyana)
Small chorus
Ndikudlala inqondo
I am playing with my mind
Thanda phinde ndithi anditshongo
I love you, but I don't say it
Ncumo lwakho lindibeka emoyeni
Your strength leaves me breathless
Cinga lente oyenzayo iWrong x2
Think about why you do what you do wrong
Writer(s): J.B. Mdlongwa, Thabo Tshepe, Busiswa Gqulu
Contributed by Kaitlyn C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@legend_harajuku
The only xhosa love song that matters❤❤❤ !!!
@mathandierado5578
Still here in 2024❤
@sipho_mate
2023 I still enjoy this song
@fortunequinton3420
I think i heard this song in 2020, I've been listening to it ever since. Number 1 of my top 3 of busiswa's songs
@funtasiakhuhlane8717
“Ndifuna sibe sodwa elizweni elingaziwayo ....” 🌸🌸🌸🌸
@ElizabethRampheri
I still come back from time to time to listen to this masterpiece and boost the views coz it went under the radar yoh!
@chrismasondo6170
I just dont understand why this amazing song was not promoted enough
@fanisamhloli152
Mxolisi Ndamase I still don't understand nam
@venusmaraj3464
I never thought I would ever hear a beautiful xhosa love song!🥺💘🦋
@sibusisodavis337
2020 and this song is still on my playlist ❤️