Golden
Peacock Lyrics

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Bayalithanda ngokulithanda elithemba
Bayalithanda ngokulithanda elithemba
Ugolden olithemba lam
Ugolden olithemba lam
Ugolden onobuso begolide
Ugolden onobuso begolide

Xalival' amehlo ndiyambona

Xalivul' amehlo bo ndiyambona
Xalilele ebusuku Ndiyambona
Xalihleli emini bo ndiyamcinga

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ndilihambile jikelele lonk' ilizwe
Andimbonanga ofana naye
Ndilihambile jikelele lonk' ilizwe
Andimbonanga ofana naye

Xaehleka indlathi zivela imingxonya
Xaehleka kukanya bonke ubuso bam
Ugolden olithemba lam

Ndilihambile jikelele lonk' ilizwe
Andimbonanga ofana naye
Ndilihambile jikelele lonk' ilizwe
Andimbonanga ofana naye

Xaehleka indlathi zivela imingxonya
Xaehleka kukanya bonke ubuso bam
Ugolden olithemba lam

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)
Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Mina ndiyamthanda (ndiyamthanda)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Golden" by Peacock celebrate a love that is strong and enduring even in the face of challenges. The song opens with the line "Bayalithanda ngokulithanda elithemba," which can be translated to mean "They love each other with a love that is based on hope." This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which speaks of a love that is deeply rooted and resilient.

The chorus of the song is a repetition of the word "Golden," which represents the strength and value of the love that the singer is describing. Lines like "Ndilihambile jikelele lonk' ilizwe / Andimbonanga ofana naye" reinforce the idea that this love is universal and transcends boundaries.

The bridge of the song introduces the idea of laughter breaking through the darkness, and light shining on the singer's face. This is a powerful image that suggests hope and optimism, even in difficult times.

Overall, "Golden" is a song about the power of love to endure and overcome challenges. The repeated use of the word "Golden" reinforces the idea that this love is precious and valuable, and should be treasured.

Line by Line Meaning

Bayalithanda ngokulithanda elithemba
They love because they hope

Ugolden olithemba lam
My hope is golden

Ugolden onobuso begolide
Golden with a face of gold

Xalival' amehlo ndiyambona
Open your eyes and see me

Xalivul' amehlo bo ndiyambona
Open your eyes and see me

Xalilele ebusuku Ndiyambona
I saw you sleeping at night

Xalihleli emini bo ndiyamcinga
I think about you even during the day

Holololo Golden (ndiyamthanda)
I love Golden

Ayiye Golden (ndiyamthanda)
Oh Golden (I love you)

Ndilihambile jikelele lonk' ilizwe
I have traveled through every corner of the world

Andimbonanga ofana naye
I have not seen anyone like you