Ikusasa
Sjava Lyrics


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Ling'phatheleni iksasa lami
Zonke inhlelo zami
Lento yophelelaphi
Impendilo ngizotholaphi

Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni
Ikusasa aliziwa
Ikusasa aliziwa
Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni
Ikusasa aliziwa
Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni

Ngishaywa uvalo mangicabanga ling'phatheleni iksasa lami
Izinto zami mile ngididekile
Moshakele zonke inhlelo zami
Ngihlale ngibuza ukuthi ngempela lento yophelelaphi
Imbuzo yami iphelela emoyeni
Impendilo ngizotholaphi

Kanti yini impilo
Mayinje
Kanti yini impilo

Kazi lempi ngiyomqoba na
Noma iyonghlula na
Ilanga liyashona nothukela liyangenisa na
Ngabe ngiyoluwela na
Amaphupho enginawo ngimisele ukuwasebenzela
Ngabe ayofezeka
Futhi ngimisele nokuwafela wa

Ikusasa aliziwa
Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni
Ikusasa aliziwa
Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni

Ngishaywa uvalo mangicabanga ling'phatheleni iksasa lami
Izinto zami mile ngididekile
Moshakele zonke inhlelo zami
Ngihlale ngibuza ukuthi ngempela lento yophelelaphi
Imbuzo yami iphelela emoyeni
Impendilo ngizotholaphi

Kanti yini impilo
Mayinje
Kanti yini impilo

Yazi inzima impilo yokuhlalela ovalweni
Abakhoni abanye induduzo bayithola ebhodleleni
Kunzima emalini kunzima futhi nasendlaleni
Inkinga ikhona yonke indawo ukuthi ayifani

Ikusasa aliziwa
Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni
Ikusasa aliziwa
Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni

Ngishaywa uvalo mangicabanga ling'phatheleni iksasa lami
Izinto zami mile ngididekile
Moshakele zonke inhlelo zami
Ngihlale ngibuza ukuthi ngempela lento yophelelaphi




Imbuzo yami iphelela emoyeni
Impendilo ngizotholaphi

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sjava's song Ikusasa are about the uncertainty of the future and the struggle to achieve one's goals and dreams. The singer is holding on to the hope of a better future, represented by the concept of Ikusasa, but is also aware of the challenges and obstacles that stand in their way.


In the first verse, the singer expresses their determination to pursue their goals, but wonders where they will find the inspiration and motivation to continue when faced with despair and uncertainty. The repetition of the line "Ikusasa aliziwa, Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni" emphasizes the idea that the future is unknown and unpredictable, and that one must have faith and perseverance to overcome obstacles and achieve success.


The second verse speaks to the struggles of everyday life, the doubts and fears that can undermine one's confidence, and the difficulty of navigating a world that is often hostile and unforgiving. The lines "Ngishaywa uvalo mangicabanga ling'phatheleni iksasa lami, Izinto zami mile ngididekile" suggest a sense of anxiety and vulnerability, while the refrain "Kanti yini impilo, Mayinje" asks a rhetorical question about the nature of life and why it can be so difficult.


The final verse speaks to the universality of the struggles depicted in the song, and the idea that no matter where one comes from or what their circumstances are, everyone faces challenges in their pursuit of happiness and fulfillment. The lyrics are poignant and heartfelt, reflecting the emotional struggles of the singer and the many people who share their experiences.


Line by Line Meaning

Ling'phatheleni iksasa lami
I'm chasing after my future


Zonke inhlelo zami
All my goals


Lento yophelelaphi
The mystery that awaits me


Impendilo ngizotholaphi
What revelations will I find?


Ngoba kusa kusa ezweni
As the world turns


Ikusasa aliziwa
The future is unknown


Ngishaywa uvalo mangicabanga ling'phatheleni iksasa lami
Fear overtakes me as I chase after my future


Izinto zami mile ngididekile
My possessions are scarce


Moshakele zonke inhlelo zami
All my plans have failed


Ngihlale ngibuza ukuthi ngempela lento yophelelaphi
I wonder what truly awaits me


Imbuzo yami iphelela emoyeni
My question goes unanswered


Kanti yini impilo
What is life?


Mayinje
Is it like this?


Kazi lempi ngiyomqoba na
Will I overcome this struggle?


Noma iyonghlula na
Even if it surpasses me?


Ilanga liyashona nothukela liyangenisa na
As the sun sets and rises, am I progressing?


Ngabe ngiyoluwela na
Should I give up?


Amaphupho enginawo ngimisele ukuwasebenzela
The dreams I have, I'm committed to working for


Ngabe ayofezeka
Will they come true?


Futhi ngimisele nokuwafela wa
And I'm ready to die trying


Yazi inzima impilo yokuhlalela ovalweni
Life is hard to survive in poverty


Abakhoni abanye induduzo bayithola ebhodleleni
Some find their breakthrough in the streets


Kunzima emalini kunzima futhi nasendlaleni
It's hard in the rural areas and hard in the city


Inkinga ikhona yonke indawo ukuthi ayifani
The problem exists everywhere, it's not unique to any area




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Marang Nyepetsi

just Beautiful!