Lebo Morake was born on 11 July 1964 in the Apartheid-ridden Soweto in Johannesburg, South Africa and inspired by Nelson Mandela, he spent years working hard in the South African slums but was exiled from South Africa in 1979. He made his way to the U.S. and to Los Angeles where he worked in a variety of jobs, including begging and serving at McDonald's. He returned to South Africa 5 years after the elimination of the Apartheid regime after being gone for 20 years. He lives with his family in Johannesburg and Los Angeles. He founded the Lebo M Foundation and Till Dawn Entertainment.
Circle Of Life
Lebo M Lyrics
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(Sithi uhm ingonyama) yeah, ingonyama
Nants ingonyama bagithi baba
(Sithi uhm ingonyama)
Ingonyama (Ingonyama)
Siyo Nqoba
(Ingonyama)
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala
From that day we arrived on the planet
And blinking, stepped into the sun
There's more to see than can ever be seen
More to do than can ever be done
There's far too much to take in here
More to find than can ever be found
But the sun rolling high through the sapphire sky
Keeps great and small on the endless round
It's the circle of life
And it moves us all
Through despair and hope
Through faith and love
'Til we find our place
On the path unwinding
In the circle
The circle of life
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
(Ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
It's the circle of life (ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
And it moves us all (ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
Through despair and hope (ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
Through faith and love (ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
'Til we find our place (ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
On the path unwinding (ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
In the circle (ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
The circle of life (ingonyama nengw' enamabala)
The song "The Circle of Life" by Lebo M is a powerful and emotional tribute to the interconnectedness of all living things. The lyrics begin with the opening lines of the Zulu chant "Nants ingonyama bagithi baba" which means "Here comes a lion, Father" in English. The chant is ceremonially sung to honor the majesty and strength of the lion, often considered the king of the animal kingdom. This chant is then followed by the phrase "It's the circle of life," which reflects the song's central theme of the cyclical nature of existence.
The lyrics go on to describe the vastness and complexity of life, highlighting the wonder and beauty of the natural world. The song notes that there is "more to see than can ever be seen" and "more to do than can ever be done," emphasizing the infinite possibilities and opportunities that life presents. Despite the challenges and difficulties that we may face, the song encourages us to have faith and hope in the future, as we all move along "the path unwinding" towards our ultimate destiny.
The song's chorus repeatedly sings the Zulu phrase "Ingonyama nengw' enamabala" which literally translates to "A lion and a leopard come to this open place." This phrase symbolizes the diversity of life and the interplay between predator and prey. The song ultimately suggests that we are all a part of this larger ecosystem and that our individual roles, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem, are crucial to the overall balance of the natural world.
Line by Line Meaning
Nants ingonyama bagithi Baba
Here comes a lion, Father
(Sithi uhm ingonyama) yeah, ingonyama
(Oh yes, it's a lion) Yeah, a lion
From the day we arrive on the planet
As soon as we are born into this world,
And blinking, step into the sun
We open our eyes and are brought into the light
There's more to see than can ever be seen
The world is vast, and we can never observe every wonder that it holds.
More to do than can ever be done
There are countless tasks to accomplish in life, but one cannot complete everything.
There's far too much to take in here
The amount of information and opportunities present in life is unimaginable.
More to find than can ever be found
Even with the advancements in science and technology, there's still so much uncharted territory left to discover.
But the sun rolling high through the sapphire sky
Although the world is unfathomably large, the sun remains a constant, bringing light and providing life to all life on the planet.
Keeps great and small on the endless round
Life is a circle, with everything connected, and the sun is a reminder of the cycle of birth, life, and death.
It's the circle of life
Life moves in cycles, and everything is interconnected.
And it moves us all
Everyone is influenced by the cycle of life.
Through despair and hope
Despair and hope are two emotions that all living beings go through.
Through faith and love
Faith and love are two powerful emotions that give people strength and keep them going.
'Til we find our place
Until we discover our purpose in life,
On the path unwinding
We travel down a winding path,
In the circle
In the endless cycle of life,
The circle of life
The cycle of life, where we all must find our place.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Lebohang Morake, Hans Zimmer, Elton John, Tim Rice
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nkyryry
I hope this guy realizes he’s the voice of the greatest opening in cinematic history.
@AB-ix7ed
Super Viral Sick Vids for real! His voice is something else!
@whoistayah5899
Super Viral Sick Vids he’s still on show business in South Africa 🇿🇦
@dumang1704
His name is Lebo M
@marcuswilliams360
Super Viral Sick Vids no cap
@SeanTaylor21Mia
Repeat that again. IN HISTORY
@mr.mindfactory
The chills are still real. Who's still watching in 2023?
@mirelealberice1006
Eu aqui amigo, coisa linda essa voz, interpretação magnífica!
@jeremyzaretski2793
Indeed.
@lawabidingbaddie9595
Just watched the Broadway cast singing on an airplane. 😂