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performing live since 2009, the project “kutu” is founded by utku öğüt (vocals, strings, guitars, synths) with purpose of embodying his compositions. after working with various musicians and lineup changes, the project is recently released its debut . (check : http://www.muzikhayvani.com/sanatcilar/sanatcilar.html)

current line-up consists of (alphabetically) :
matt loftin : bass
murat yakupoğlu : drums
tolga ayıklar : synths, sampler
utku öğüt : vocals, strings, guitars, synths
yaren eren budak : cello

for contact :
mail : utku öğüt / utkuogut@gmail.com

Heroes
Kutu Lyrics

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Tears on my face
Are tears of joy
Are tears of joy

Tears on my face
Are tears of joy
Are tears of joy

What they fought for is victory
Mothers are worried to bury them
To lay the bones to rest in the promised land
Oh the journey you took never reached destiny
It was so lonely (Sithi masihlezi s'phuzu utshwala)
(Siwakhohlwa amaqhaw'ezwelethu)
(Ngithi abalalanga ngoxolo)
(Kodwa silala sibakhumbula)

(Sithi masihlezi s'phuzu utshwala)
(Siwakhohlwa amaqhaw'ezwelethu)
(Ngithi abalalanga ngoxolo )
(Kodwa silala sibakhumbula)
(Kuthi ngeke sihlangane madoda)
(Sihlale phansi kubonisanwe)

Heroes wherever you are
Wherever you are
Heroes wherever you
Wherever you are

What they fought for is victory
Mothers are worried to bury them
To lay the bones to rest in the promised land
Oh the journey you took never reached destiny
It was so lonely
Hey hey hey hey mama
Heroes, heroes, heroes

(Sithi masihlezi s'phuzu utshwala)
(Siwakhohlwa amaqhaw'ezwelethu)
(Ngithi abalalanga ngoxolo )
(Kodwa silala sibakhumbula)
(Kuthi ngeke sihlangane madoda)
(Sihlale phansi kubonisanwe)

May their soul rest in peace
In Angola, Zimbabwe and Nigeria wherever you are
(Sithi masihlezi s'phuzu utshwala)
(Siwakhohlwa amaqhaw'ezwelethu)
(Ngithi abalalanga ngoxolo )
(Kodwa silala sibakhumbula)
(Kuthi ngeke sihlangane madoda)
(Sihlale phansi kubonisanwe)

Heroes
(Sithi masihlezi s'phuzu utshwala)
(Siwakhohlwa amaqhaw'ezwelethu)
(Ngithi abalalanga ngoxolo )
(Kodwa silala sibakhumbula)
(Kuthi ngeke sihlangane madoda)
(Sihlale phansi kubonisanwe)

I said tears on my face

Are tears of joy (Sithi masihlezi s'phuzu utshwala)
(Siwakhohlwa amaqhaw'ezwelethu)

Overall Meaning

The song "Heroes" by Kutu speaks about the concept of heroism and celebrates those who fought for victory, even if they were not able to reach their destiny. The tears on the singer's face are tears of joy for these heroes who made sacrifices to stand up for what they believed in. The lyrics acknowledge the sadness and hardship that mothers feel when they have to bury their children who died on the battlefield. Still, there is a sense of respect and reverence for the bravery of these fallen heroes, and their legacy is remembered with gratitude.

The song is a tribute to the soldiers who fought in Angola, Zimbabwe, and Nigeria, but it is also a more general acknowledgment of heroism. The chorus repeats the phrase "Heroes wherever you are" as if to say that heroism exists in every place and every time, and that it is worthy of recognition and celebration. The lyrics also include verses in Zulu and Xhosa, which are South African languages, indicating that the song has a specific cultural context that ties it to the history and struggles of the region.

Overall, the song "Heroes" is a powerful and emotional celebration of heroism, sacrifice, and the human spirit. It acknowledges the difficult and often tragic consequences of fighting for what you believe in, but it also celebrates the courage and resilience of those who do so.

Line by Line Meaning

Tears on my face
I am crying

Are tears of joy
I am crying because I am filled with happiness

What they fought for is victory
The people who fought were fighting to win

Mothers are worried to bury them
Parents are concerned about burying their children if they die

To lay the bones to rest in the promised land
To bury someone in the land they fought for

Oh the journey you took never reached destiny
Their journey did not reach their intended destination or purpose

It was so lonely
They were alone on their journey

(Sithi masihlezi s'phuzu utshwala)
We say drink until you're drunk

(Siwakhohlwa amaqhaw'ezwelethu)
We have forgotten our rural homesteads

(Ngithi abalalanga ngoxolo )
I say to those who have passed on rest in peace

(Kodwa silala sibakhumbula)
But we will never forget them