They changed their name to Stimela after a life-changing experience in Mozambique when they were stranded in Maputo for three months. They had to sell all their belongings to take a train home. This trip was a watershed moment as it was where they conceived the new name for the band: train is translated as Stimela in Nguni languages.
Besides the change in name, the band also expanded with new members Charlie "Sam" Ndlovu, Nana Coyote, Thapelo Kgomo and Ntokozo Zungu. With soulful tunes and gripping lyrics, the band has recorded platinum-winning albums such as Fire, Passion and Ecstasy, Listen, Look and Decide as well as the controversial People Don't Talk, So Let's Talk. One of their most memorable tracks - "Whispers in the Deep" - was restricted for broadcast by the old South African Broadcasting Corporation.
Members
Ray Phiri - lead guitar, lead vocals (Raymond Chikapa Enock Phiri, 23 March 1947 – 12 July 2017)
Sam Ndlovu - Vocals
Isaac "Mnca" Mtshali - drummer
The late - Nana Coyote - lead vocals
Thapelo Kgomo - keyboards
Ntokozo Zungu - lead guitar
Bafana Khuzwayo - organ
Discography
1982: Fire, Passion and Ecstasy
1983: Rewind
1985: Shadows, Fear and Pain
1986: Look, Listen and Decide
1988: Live!
1987: Unfinished Story
1991: Siyaya
1983: Rewind (EP)
1985: Shadows Fear and Pain (EP)
1989: Trouble in the Land of Plenty
1994: Khululani
1995: Don't Ask Why
1995: Are You Ready (Live)
1987: The Unfinished Story
1996: Out of the Ashes
2000: Steam Tracks (Best of)
2001: Live At The Market Theatre - 1st Half (Live)
2002: The 2nd Half (Live)
2010: A Lifetime...
2011: turn on the sun
Raymond Chikapa Enock Phiri (23 March 1947 – 12 July 2017) was a South African jazz, fusion and mbaqanga musician born in Mpumalanga to Malawian immigrant worker and South African guitarist nicknamed "Just Now" Phiri. He became founding member of the Cannibals in the 1970s. When the Cannibals disbanded Ray founded Stimela, with whom he conceived gold and platinum-selling albums like Fire, Passion and Ecstacy (1991), Look, Listen and Decide (1992) as well as the controversial People Don't Talk So Let's Talk.
Singa Jindi Majita
Stimela Lyrics
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暖男製造機
Woo woo ya ya you know I love you woo woo ya ya
不知 從哪天 什麼垃圾你總是跟我說
可 聊啊聊 等我發覺早就愛慘了
哽咽 call我陪你 談著你的honey 能把我心疼碎
祈禱 你能夠識破 偏偏你就不識破～oh Oh baby
就算你不給機會 我願意這樣慢慢等
等你哪一天慢慢發覺
Oh 那時愛你就能大膽的說(大膽的說～)
Oh baby 浪漫隱瞞 溫暖陪伴
一切都是為了 愛上她 Woo woo ya ya～I love you woo woo ya ya～
不知從那天 我的垃圾也都會跟你說(跟你訴說)
可 聊啊聊 等我發覺早就愛慘了
哽咽 call我陪你 談著你的honey 能把我心疼碎
祈禱 你能夠識破 偏偏你就不識破 woo oh
Oh baby
如果 你痛哭 我陪你聊ㄧ整夜
就算你不給機會 我願意這樣慢慢等
等你哪一天慢慢發覺
oh那時愛你就能大膽的說(大膽的說)
Oh baby 浪漫隱瞞 溫暖陪伴
一切都是為了 愛上她～
When you happy When you scare
Rain or shine you know I'm there
You know I got you back
You can count on me
I will share your pain
Never lonely
Put you when you needs when I support you
I'll be your men like the suppor too
I will wait for you
Forever girl
Cause you are the one and only
Oh baby
如果 你痛哭我陪你聊一整夜
就算你不給機會 我願意這樣慢慢等
等你哪一天慢慢發覺
Oh那時愛你就能大膽的說(大膽的說)
Oh baby 浪漫隱瞞 溫暖陪伴
一切都是為了 you are my love
Woo woo ya ya～you know I love you
Woo woo ya ya～我愛你
The lyrics of "Singa Jindi Majita" by Stimela is a South African song that is done in the traditional Isicathamiya style. The song is about a man who is deeply in love with a woman, but she does not realize his feelings for her. The man is always there for her, supporting her through her good and bad times. He is willing to wait for her until she realizes his love for her. The first verse talks about how they started talking about random things, but he eventually fell deeply in love with her. He even goes on to say that when she talks about her love, it hurts him to hear it because he wishes that she knew how he really feels.
The chorus is all about how he is willing to wait for her no matter how long it takes. The second verse is similar to the first, talking about how even his "trash" talks to her and how he is always there for her, even when she needs someone to vent to. He still loves her, and he prays that she will eventually realize his feelings for her. The bridge of the song is an affirmation of his love and support for her, no matter what she goes through. He will always be there, willing to wait for her until she realizes his love for her.
Overall, "Singa Jindi Majita" is a beautifully written song that expresses the pain and longing of unrequited love in a way that is relatable to many people.
Line by Line Meaning
不知 從哪天 什麼垃圾你總是跟我說
I don't know from when, but all of a sudden, you started telling me about everything, even things that seem like garbage to others.
可 聊啊聊 等我發覺早就愛慘了
We kept chatting until I realized that I had already fallen deeply in love with you.
哽咽 call我陪你 談著你的honey 能把我心疼碎
When you're choked up and can't speak, I'll be there to listen and talk about your 'honey', no matter how much it hurts me inside.
祈禱 你能夠識破 偏偏你就不識破～oh Oh baby
I pray that you can see through my love for you, but unfortunately, you don't seem to understand.
如果 你痛哭我陪你聊 一整夜
If you cry, I'll be there to talk with you all night long.
就算你不給機會 我願意這樣慢慢等
Even if you don't give me a chance, I'm willing to wait for you slowly.
等你哪一天慢慢發覺 Oh 那時愛你就能大膽的說(大膽的說～)
I'll wait for the day when you slowly realize how I feel, and then I can confidently tell you that I love you.
Oh baby 浪漫隱瞞 溫暖陪伴 一切都是為了 愛上她 Woo woo ya ya～I love you woo woo ya ya～
Everything I do, including hiding my romantic feelings and being a warm companion, is all for the sake of loving you. Woo woo ya ya ~ I love you woo woo ya ya.
When you happy When you scare Rain or shine you know I'm there You know I got you back You can count on me
Whenever you're happy or scared, rain or shine, I'll be by your side. You can trust that I have your back and you can always count on me.
I will share your pain Never lonely Put you when you needs when I support you I'll be your men like the suppor too
I will share in your pain and never leave you lonely. I'll place you first and support you like a strong man should.
I will wait for you Forever girl Cause you are the one and only
I'll wait for you always because you're the only one for me.
Oh baby 浪漫隱瞞 溫暖陪伴 一切都是為了 you are my love Woo woo ya ya～you know I love you Woo woo ya ya～我愛你
Everything I do, including hiding my romantic feelings and being a warm companion, is for the sake of loving you. You are my love, and you know I love you. Woo woo ya ya ~ I love you woo woo ya ya.
Contributed by Jonathan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mpho
on See the World (Through the Eyes of a Child)
Love this song too much but never had an opportunity to know the rest of the message. i attended most of Stimela's concerts and this song has a special place in my heart. Thank you for sharing this message. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Nkini Moeng
on Zwakala (Come to Me)
I LOVE THE SONG VERY MUCH COULD YOU PLEASE ADD THE LYRICS.