Born in 1958 in Zebediela in South Africa’s Limpopo Province, he lost his sight at age five, and attended a school for the blind in Pietersburg. During his school years, he nurtured his love for singing, and was a member of amateur groups whilst a teenager.
In 1979 and 1980, Kekana won what was then known as the “SABC Black Music Award" for Best Male Vocalist. Further awards followed, with the singer taking the “Top Male Vocalist" award on Radio Zulu, and being the runner-up on the Tswana and Sotho Radio Stations.
Kekana and his music have been featured in movies. He has collaborated with several artists over the years, his duet with PJ Powers on the song "Feel So Strong" assisting him to cross to new audiences.
Since 2001, he has frequently collaborated with fellow vocalist Nana Coyote, and his links with a younger generation have been solidified through his association with the singer / producer Joe Nina, who produced his most recent album “African Lady? Kekana, Coyote and Nina regularly appear on stage together, and have recorded under the name “The Trio".
Kekana holds B Juris and LLB degrees, and has written on Intellectual Property from the perspective of a songwriter.
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Gloria
Steve Kekana Lyrics
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Phezulu ezulwini
Lapho bonke abaculi
Hey bafuneka khona
Abafuthi bezimpempe
Nabadlali beziginci
Bonke bayafuneka
Gloria
In excelsis deo
Gloria
In excelsis deo
Abadlali bamaharemba
Nabadlala izigubhu
Akukhethwa muntu yo
Sonke singabafanele
Sizocula ngokufanayo
Kungekho okhathalayo
Sicule ubusuku nemini
Hey, sithi glory hallelujah
Gloria
In excelsis deo
Gloria
In excelsis deo
Gloria
In excelsis deo
Gloria
In excelsis deo
Gloria
In excelsis deo
Gloria
The song "Gloria" by Steve Kekana is a celebration of faith and the power of community. The lyrics speak of a group of people united in their belief in God, singing praises to Him in unison. The opening lines describe a choir of angels in heaven watching over the congregants on earth, all of whom are seeking a deeper connection with the divine.
The next verse speaks of the different roles of people within the community – some are skilled musicians, while others are simply there to participate with their voices. Regardless of their abilities, everyone is welcome and necessary in order to create a harmonious experience. The chorus of "Gloria in excelsis deo" is a Latin phrase that translates to "Glory to God in the highest." The repetition of this phrase emphasizes the joyous celebratory spirit of the song.
The final verse speaks of the community's commitment to coming together to sing these hymns, day and night. The closing line, "sithi glory hallelujah," is a phrase that means "we say glory hallelujah". Taken together, this song is a powerful expression of faith, unity, and gratitude.
Line by Line Meaning
Kukhon'iqembu elivuliwe
There is a dark cloud looming above us
Phezulu ezulwini
It is high in the sky
Lapho bonke abaculi
Where all the sinners are
Hey bafuneka khona
They need to be saved
Abafuthi bezimpempe
Those who play penny whistles
Nabadlali beziginci
And young players
Bonke bayafuneka
All of them need
Hey bayiculel'iNkosi
To be called by the Lord
Gloria
Glory to God
In excelsis deo
In the highest
Gloria
Glory to God
In excelsis deo
In the highest
Abadlali bamaharemba
Players of mouthbows
Nabadlala izigubhu
And those who play drums
Akukhethwa muntu yo
No one is excluded
Sonke singabafanele
We all need it
Sizocula ngokufanayo
We will sing together
Kungekho okhathalayo
There will be no one left out
Sicule ubusuku nemini
We will sing day and night
Hey, sithi glory hallelujah
Hey, we say glory hallelujah
Gloria
Glory to God
In excelsis deo
In the highest
Gloria
Glory to God
In excelsis deo
In the highest
Gloria
Glory to God
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@nchimunyabboka8623
I never get tired of listening to these songs, no matter how much I'm troubled I come to believe there is God up there. God bless everyone listening to these songs. 2020
@willynamz3106
Grew up on them and still sound special to me almost thirty years later.
@johnkapela2128
Anyone with this whole album
@queeniekeendjele3608
🎉
@clayhankede4890
Never get Old. I was young now I have a family but still enjoying his songs.
@cindychinyemba5266
south African gospel songs always draw me very close to God Jehovah ❤️❤️ . My soul is always lifted up.listening from Zambia 🇿🇲 Cindy 🙏🙏🙏
@kelvinmwansa1145
I'm from Zambia, this song is always new, even though I don't understand the language, so touching.
@dariousmbunji3018
How I wish I could understand the language
@MaggieNaimbale
He was one of my mom's favorite musicians... I grew up listening to his songs because mom used play them loud. So whenever I miss my mom I would listen to his music. Rest in Peace mom❤️... Thanks uncle Steven Rest in peace too.
@mosestembo4339
My Dad loved his songs as well 🤦🏻♂️
RIP💔