Obrigado
Solly Mahlangu Lyrics


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Khanimambo Xikwembu xa Matimba
Khanimambo
Khanimambo Xikwembu xa Matimba
Khanimambo

Khanimambo Xikwembu xa Matimba
Khanimambo
Khanimambo Xikwembu xa Matimba
Khanimambo

Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba
Hi khensile
Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba
Hi khensile

Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba
Hi khensile
Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba
Hi khensile

Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Obrigado
Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Obrigado

Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Obrigado
Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Obrigado

Siyabonga Nkosi yamakhosi
Siyabonga
Siyabonga Nkosi yamakhosi
Siyabonga

Unamandla uZim’esimkhonzako
Unamandla
Unamandla uZim’esimkhonzako
Unamandla

Unamandla uZim’esimkhonzako
Unamandla
Unamandla uZim’esimkhonzako
Unamandla

Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Obrigado
Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Obrigado

Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Obrigado




Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Obrigado

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Solly Mahlangu's song "Obrigado" express gratitude and appreciation to God (Xikwembu xa Matimba in Tsonga language). The repeated refrain "Khanimambo" and "Hi khensile" both mean "Thank you" in Tsonga. The song emphasizes the awe and humility that comes with recognizing God's power and grace. The last verse of the song switches to isiZulu, another South African language, to praise and thank God further. The lyrics serve as a reminder of the importance of expressing gratitude and acknowledging the divine in everyday life.


The song "Obrigado" has roots in traditional Tsonga music and gospel music genres. The word "obrigado" itself means "thank you" in Portuguese, which is an official language of neighboring Mozambique. This cultural connection reflects the historical and cultural ties between the Tsonga people and Mozambique. The song has gained popularity in South Africa and beyond, and has been covered by various artists.


Line by Line Meaning

Khanimambo Xikwembu xa Matimba
We thank you, Almighty God


Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba
We recognize you, Almighty God


Obrigado xikwembu xa Matimba
Thank you, Almighty God


Siyabonga Nkosi yamakhosi
We give thanks to the King of Kings


Unamandla uZim’esimkhonzako
You have the power, God of our salvation




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@martharufu5918

Khanimambo Xikwembu xa Matimba, Khanimambo
(Thank you Almighty God, thank you)
(Merci Dieu tout-puissant, je vous remercie) x4

(In/en Tsonga (Xitsonga)
Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba, Hi khensile x4

(Obrigado is Portuguese for “thank you” // Obrigado est Portugaise pour “merci”)
Obrigado xikwembu xa matimba, obrigado
(Thank you Almighty God, thank you)
(Merci Dieu tout-puissant, je vous remercie) x4

(in/en Shangaan(a Tsonga variation))
Ha ku khensa Xikwembu xa Matimba, Ha ku khensa x4

(in/en Xhosa/Zulu)
Unamandla uzim’ esimkhonzako, unamandla
(The God we serve is powerful, he is powerful)
(Le Dieu que nous servons est puissant, il est puissant) x4

(Sung in Zulu – chanté dans Zulu)
Hi kakaramba uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi kakaramba
(The God we serve is mighty, He is mighty)
(Le Dieu que nous servons est puissant, il est puissant) x4

Hi ku tande uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi ku tande x4

Obrigado xikwembu xa matimba, obrigado x4
Here are the lyrics I found on google.



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It's 2024 and this song's still lifting our spirit's

@okechukwuhephzibah7358

I am a Nigerian I just started singing obrigado from nowhere only to check on the Internet for the meaning of obrigado this song pops up and its the song i was singing in my spirit. God is indeed good

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