Chitsidzo
Leonard Dembo & The Barura Express Lyrics
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Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
Inini ndiriwako, nyangwe zvouya zvipingiridzo asi handikukanganwe
Inini ndiriwako, nyangwe zvouya zvipingiridzo asi handikukanganwe
Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
Zuva randakazvarwa wakasara wotozvarwa, vadzimu naMwari vakange vatozvironga
Zuva randakazvarwa wakasara wotozvarwa, vadzimu naMwari vakange vatozvironga
Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
Inini ndiriwako, nyangwe zvouya zvipingiridzo asi handikukanganwe
Inini ndiriwako, nyangwe zvouya zvipingiridzo asi handikukanganwe
Zuva randakazvarwa wakasara wotozvarwa, vadzimu naMwari vakange vatozvironga
Zuva randakazvarwa wakasara wotozvarwa, vadzimu naMwari vakange vatozvironga
Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
The lyrics to Leonard Dembo's song "Chitsidzo" convey a message of the importance of preserving one's cultural heritage, in the context of the impact of modernization and globalization on traditional practices. The phrase "zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya" translates to "there are many cultural practices," and the singer expresses a desire to protect and maintain these practices, symbolized by the term "chitsidzo chedu" which means "our way of life."
The repetition of the lines "uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu" emphasizes the singer's determination to safeguard the traditions and customs of his people. The second half of the song pays tribute to the ancestral spirits and God, acknowledging their role in guiding and protecting the community. The reference to being "randakazvarwa," meaning "the day I was born," suggests a connection to one's roots and a recognition of the importance of ancestral heritage.
Overall, "Chitsidzo" can be seen as a call to preserve traditional practices and values in the face of modernization, and a recognition of the role of spirituality and ancestry in shaping cultural identity.
Line by Line Meaning
Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
There are many challenges in life that I need to protect our dreams from
Inini ndiriwako, nyangwe zvouya zvipingiridzo asi handikukanganwe
I am alone in this journey, even though difficulties come my way I will not lose hope
Zuva randakazvarwa wakasara wotozvarwa, vadzimu naMwari vakange vatozvironga
From the day I was born until now, ancestors and God have been watching over me
Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
There are many challenges in life that I need to protect our dreams from
Inini ndiriwako, nyangwe zvouya zvipingiridzo asi handikukanganwe
I am alone in this journey, even though difficulties come my way I will not lose hope
Zuva randakazvarwa wakasara wotozvarwa, vadzimu naMwari vakange vatozvironga
From the day I was born until now, ancestors and God have been watching over me
Zvipingiridzo zviriko dhiya, uchindida chengetedza chitsidzo chedu
There are many challenges in life that I need to protect our dreams from
Contributed by Gabriel I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
LETEKE LUCHY
on Sarura Wako
Sarura wako anotamba zvaunoda ka
Choose yours who play how you like
Ndakasarudza wangu anotamba zvandinodawo
I will also chose mine who plays how i like
Ambuya vangu vanotamba nevezera ravo
My grandmother olays with her peers
Iwe tamba tione chisikana chezera rangu
You play, let's see our young girls dance
Dhiya wangu uchindidaka woitavo zvandinoda
My love, hug me, that's what I want
Kwete kungopa wese wese rudo rwaunondipa ini
Not just giving love to everyone, but to me only
Ndiri wako inini dhiya ndinokuda inini sweetie
I am yours my love, I love you my sweetie
Ndikakufunga ndinonzwa moyo neshungu
When I think of you, I feel both happiness and pain
Kune zvakawanda zvinotitadzisa
There are many things that bother us
Kuti tiwirirane nekuda kwevavengi mudiwa
Let's unite despite the community's opposition
Benedict
on Zvaunoda Handizvigoni
Best song/linwe la madinga mahulwane
Gift hamz
on Chitekete
We play these songs at the garage like everyday, legends are legends much respect to you mukomana
Collen ndlovu
on Mutadzi Ngaaregererwe
Sometimes I cry when I play Dembo but I don't understand the meaning of what he says, power of music I guess
Phuti hlako
on Mutadzi Ngaaregererwe
I am proudly south African ND I'm still Young bt my Grandfather used to play diz man,
Bvuma willard
on Vane Mazita Ngavaremekedzwe
Best of his latest songs