Tsika Dzedu
Oliver Mtukudzi Lyrics

The lyrics to Oliver Mtukudzi's song, "Tsika Dzedu," reflect on the challenges that the Zimbabwean people face in understanding the complexities of their society. The song begins with a series of rhetorical questions that emphasize the confusion and frustration that many Zimbabweans feel everyday. Ngano dzedu dziye dzakaendepi? (Where have our stories gone?), Tsika dzedu dziye dzakaendepiko? (Where has our culture gone?), Kudya kwedu kuye kwakaendepi? (Where has our food gone?), and Nyevhe yedu iye yakaendepiko? (Where have our beliefs gone?) These questions speak to the erosion of Zimbabwean cultural identity in the face of outside influences.

The chorus of the song, Aiye aiyere manhanga, Aiye aiyere magada, Umbee rinenge nyama, emphasizes the feeling of being lost and without direction. The verses continue with questions about the role of the individual in the face of societal pressure. Kusvikira rinhi, tichitiza mimvuri yedu? (Until when will we wait for opportunities?), Kusvikira rinhi? (Until when?), and Kusvikira rinhi, tichinyara mimvuri yedu? (Until when will we be afraid of our potential?) These questions mirror the frustration that many people feel with the lack of opportunities in Zimbabwe.

The final section of the song calls for people to take action, to embrace their cultural identity, and to be brave. The lines Dada nerudzi rwako, Chimiro chako nedzinza rako, Pembedza rurimi, pwere dzigoyemura (Your father and grandfather, your past and present, let your tongue be free, speak up) represent a call to action to speak up and take charge of their own destinies.

Interesting Facts about the song Tsika Dzedu:

1) Oliver Mtukudzi wrote and performed the song in Shona, one of the main languages of Zimbabwe.
2) Mtukudzi was a prominent cultural figure in Zimbabwe who used his music to address social and political issues.
3) The song was featured on the album "Tsivo," which was originally released in 1996.
4) "Tsika Dzedu" was later included on Mtukudzi's album "Vhunze Moto," which was released in 2002.
5) The song's lyrics have been interpreted as a critique of the Zimbabwean government's failure to address issues like poverty and unemployment.
6) The song was popular in Zimbabwe and other African countries, and helped to establish Mtukudzi as a leading voice on the continent.
7) Mtukudzi was awarded numerous honors during his career, including the Order of Merit by the Zimbabwean government.
8) Mtukudzi continued to write and perform music until his death in January 2019.
9) Mtukudzi also acted in several films and television shows, and was a respected human rights activist.
10) "Tsika Dzedu" has been covered by other artists, including Fally Ipupa and Afro Fiesta.

Chords (if known):
Unfortunately, the chords for the song "Tsika Dzedu" are not readily available.