The Mahotella Queens first came to prominence in the 1960s as backing singers for the 'Lion of Soweto' Mahlathini. As well as recording with Mahlathini, they released a number of albums in their own right. They were able to use their fame to become highly influential figures in the fight against apartheid.
The death of Mahlathini in 2000 lead to them recording the album Sebai Bai in his honour. This album brought them even greater international attention and the Womex award.
Now in their 60s, The Mahotella Queens still record and regularly tour with their compatriots Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
I'm In Love With A Rastaman
Mahotella Queens Lyrics
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sama teman teman pada pacaran ke
kampung orang aku di tinggakalkan yih
meskipun sendiri aku tetap setia meskipun
sendiri ku tetap santai ah yiahh yiah yihh
(rastaman in love)tong hilap ka babaturan
(rastaman in love)didie urng sorangan
yiah yiah yiahhh
aku pun terluka di tingal mereka
tak tau kemana
aku pun kecewa euh
aku pun terluka di tinggal mereka
(rastaman in love)tong hilap ka babaturan
(rastaman in lovr)didie urng sorangan
tengah malam masih sendiri
yieahh yang ada cuman kpoi
mereka pacaran di kampung orang
kapan mereka pulang
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The lyrics to Mahotella Queens's song I'm In Love With A Rastaman depict the feeling of loneliness and abandonment by friends who have gone to their village to be with their loved ones. The singer is left alone in the city, feeling disappointed and hurt that they have been left behind. However, she finds solace in her love for a Rastaman who she is in love with, and who provides comfort to her in her loneliness. The chorus of the song is repetitive and emphasizes the singer's devotion to her Rastaman.
The verses suggest that the singer is feeling neglected and forgotten by her friends who have gone to their homes in the village to spend time with their loved ones. She feels left out and alone, but she chooses to remain faithful to herself and stay relaxed despite her situation. The use of the word 'Rastaman' in the chorus is symbolic and represents the singer's hope and comfort in love. The Rastaman is portrayed as a savior who helps the singer overcome her feelings of loneliness and abandonment.
Overall, the song is about the singer's struggle with loneliness and hurt caused by being left behind by her friends. However, she finds hope and comfort in her love for a Rastaman who provides solace and helps her overcome her emotional pain.
Line by Line Meaning
malam minggu aku bosan yeah
It's Saturday night and I'm feeling bored, yeah.
sama teman teman pada pacaran ke kampung orang
My friends are all off to their hometowns with their partners.
aku di tinggalkan yih meskipun sendiri aku tetap setia
I am left alone, but I will remain faithful.
meskipun sendiri ku tetap santai ah yiahh yiah yihh
Even though I'm alone, I'm still relaxed and cool, yeah.
(rastaman in love) tong hilap ka babaturan
I'm lost in love with a Rastaman.
(rastaman in love) didie urng sorangan
I'm lonely with my Rastaman love.
aku puj kecewa euhh
I praise and I'm disappointed, yeah.
aku pun terluka di tingal mereka tak tau kemana
I'm hurt being left behind and not knowing where they went.
aku pun kecewa euh aku pun terluka di tinggal mereka
I'm disappointed and hurt by their leaving me.
(rastaman in love) tong hilap ka babaturan
I'm lost in love with a Rastaman.
(rastaman in love) didie urng sorangan
I'm lonely with my Rastaman love.
tengah malam masih sendiri
In the middle of the night, still alone.
yieahh yang ada cuman kpoi
There's only me and my feelings, yeah.
mereka pacaran di kampung orang kapan mereka pulang
They're dating in their hometowns, I wonder when they will return.
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