Cowards
Patricia Majalisa Lyrics
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After we have fought so bravely,
Give a enemy no breathing space at all
There's no easy way to freedom, we have to make ourselves.
Just like our ancestors tried,
Let's proceed from where they left i say we shall
I say we shall one day overcome thy war
(Iya ho a a a, ho ahiya)×7
The song Cowards by Patricia Majalisa is a highly political and uplifting piece of music that speaks to the theme of bravery and courage. In the song, the singer sings about the cowards who are now shivering and how they believe it is better to retrieve. However, she encourages people to fight bravely and not to give the enemy any breathing space. She reminds people that there is no easy way to freedom and that they must make themselves.
The singer highlights the importance of following in the footsteps of our ancestors and taking up the fight where they left off. She is optimistic that one day they shall overcome the war and declares this in the phrase "I say we shall one day overcome thy war." Overall, this song is a message of hope and encouragement to those who might be facing difficult times or feel like giving up. It reminds listeners that they have the strength and resilience to push through and emerge victorious.
Line by Line Meaning
The cowards are now shivering, they say its better to retrieve
The weak individuals are now trembling in fear and suggest it is wise to retreat
After we have fought so bravely,
Despite our tremendous courage during battle,
Give a enemy no breathing space at all
We must not allow our opponents any opportunities to recover or regroup
There's no easy way to freedom, we have to make ourselves.
Freedom is not easily attained, we must work to achieve it ourselves
Just like our ancestors tried,
As our forefathers attempted before us,
Let's proceed from where they left i say we shall
We should continue from the point where they left off and we shall do so
I say we shall one day overcome thy war
I confidently declare that we will one day conquer this battle
(Iya ho a a a, ho ahiya)×7
This is a chant of encouragement and motivation
Writer(s): tshanda daniel
Contributed by Zoe L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@user-mn1qj5em7p
the talent was so amazing
@user-bs1gg2pq8s
She is always good.
@ThembaMayekiso-vk7us
Dec 1991 the date was 20 Dec 1991 when we played this song it was Friday....a bit chilly day but we had a good time ...I still remember that day vividly of what I was doing 32 years later. 13/12/2023
@siphodhliwayo9154
Cowards are shivering....I remember with my brother ejoza before every Christmas....lala ngoxolo cc wa'm🎉
@georgerichard9679
From Tanzania. Patricia Majalisa Na Dan Tshanda Mpumzike Kwa Amani (Rest In Peace). Cowards Nikati Ya Nyimbo Nayoikubali Sanaa. Nakumbuka 90's Ilkukua Balaaa
@magdelinekhoza8428
back the old days
@thembinkosidube3918
We are four actually,
Matshikos
Splash
Dalom kids
Patricia Majalisa.
God bless
Thank you 💕
@rhulanifitnessjourney3680
No easy way to Freedom . Let’s keep fighting 🇿🇦🇿🇦
@pulengnthoba-vg3bh
Back to my roots 😂kwaku mnandi🙏
@karabochaba7752
Post more. Thanks