Chaka Chaka started singing at 19 in 1985 when Phil Hollis of Dephon Records discovered her in Johannesburg. Shortly after, her debut album "I’m in Love With a DJ", sold 35,000 copies, and the title track became an instant hit.
Songs like "I'm Burning Up", "I Cry for Freedom", "Makoti", "Motherland" and the ever-popular, "Umqombothi" immediately ensured Chaka Chaka's status as a star on South Africa's mbaqanga music scene.
Chaka Chaka had it tough growing up. Her father died when she was 11 and her mother, a domestic worker, brought up three daughters on her meagre 40 Rand a month salary.
She has two diplomas from the University of South Africa, one in adult education, another in local government, management and administration. She also studied speech and drama at Trinity College, London, qualifying in 1997.
Releasing hit after hit, Chaka Chaka's subsequent award winning albums include "Burning Up", "Sangoma", "Who’s The Boss", "Motherland", " Be Proud to be African", "Thank You Mr DJ", "Back on my Feet", "Rhythm of Life", "Who's got the Power", "Bombani ( Tiko Rahini), "Power of Afrika", "Yvonne and Friends" and "Kwenzenjani".
Chaka Chaka owns a limousine company together with her husband, Dr Mandlalele Mhinga, has her own music label and her own production company. She teaches literacy part time at the University of South Africa, sits on several boards of charitable organisations and NGOs, and serves on the board of the Johannesburg Tourism Company.
Throughout her illustrious career Chaka Chaka has met people like Nelson Mandela (singing at his 85th birthday party), the Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom and Oprah Winfrey.
Chaka Chaka's continuing legacy as "Princess of Africa" is a testament to her connection to everyday people as well as royalty. Whether she is performing for Kings and Queens, Presidents and First Ladies or corporate concerts; she always returns to those she loves - her fans and family of listeners in South African cities, townships and rural areas.
"Mama Africa", the late Miriam Makeba described her as "She’s my baby!", Hugh Masekela adds that Yvonne is "my mad niece". Legends Dolly Rathebe and Dorothy Masuka describe Yvonne's music as "something that all should listen to".
Thank You Mr Dj
Yvonne Chaka Chaka Lyrics
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I thought you'd lost my number again
It drove me crazy it made me mad
I stayed at home felt so sad(felt so sad)
Felt so sad(felt so sad)
I sat next to the phone
But when you played my special song
I knew that you would find my man
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you I have been waiting so long
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you my love is so strong
There is one thing I'd like you to know
When I really love I'll never let go
As long as I live
I'll never give up
I find my man as fast as I can(fast as I can)
Yes fast as I can(fast as I can)
Can't feel the cold of the night anymore
I don't suffer like I used to before (suffer, suffer)
Thank you for being helpful and kind
Without you I would never have found my man
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you I have been waiting so long
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you my love is so strong
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you I have been waiting so long
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you my love is so strong
Thank you Mr. DJ
Thank you thank you
Thank you Mr. DJ
Thank you thank you
It's been a pleasure for you anytime bébé (anytime bébé) (anytime bébé)
I sat next to the phone
My heart was broken I was alone
But when you played my special song
I knew that you would find my man
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you I have been waiting so long
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you my love is so strong
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you I have been waiting so long
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you thank you my love is so strong
The lyrics to "Thank You Mr. DJ" by Yvonne Chaka Chaka tell a story of a woman who was feeling sad and lost because she thought her man had forgotten about her. She sat next to the phone with a broken heart, waiting for him to call. However, when the DJ played her special song, she found hope that her man would return to her. The song expresses the idea that music has the power to bring people together and heal broken hearts.
The lyrics also show the woman's determination to find her man and never let go of him. She promises to find him as fast as she can and to never give up on their love. The song is a tribute to the power of love and the role that music can play in bringing people together.
Overall, "Thank You Mr. DJ" is a romantic and uplifting song that celebrates the power of music to heal broken hearts and bring people together.
Line by Line Meaning
It felt so sad how I missed you
I was sad because I thought you had forgotten about me
I thought you'd lost my number again
I believed that you had lost my contact information
It drove me crazy it made me mad
It was frustrating and caused me to feel angry
I stayed at home felt so sad(felt so sad)
I remained indoors and continued to feel unhappy
I sat next to the phone
I waited by the telephone for news or a call
My heart was broken I was alone
I felt isolated and heartbroken
But when you played my special song
When you played the song that held special meaning for me
I knew that you would find my man
I had confidence that you would help me find my soulmate
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you for playing the track that made me feel happy
Thank you thank you I have been waiting so long
I had waited a long time for the song to be played, thank you
There is one thing I'd like you to know
I have something important to share with you
When I really love I'll never let go
I will not give up on a relationship that I truly care about
As long as I live
For the rest of my life
I'll never give up
I will continue to persist and strive for what I want
I find my man as fast as I can(fast as I can)
I will do my best to find my soulmate as quickly as possible
Can't feel the cold of the night anymore
I no longer feel lonely or cold during the night
I don't suffer like I used to before (suffer, suffer)
I don't experience the same type of pain that I did previously
Thank you for being helpful and kind
I appreciate your assistance and kindness towards me
Without you I would never have found my man
I am grateful to you for helping me find my soulmate
It's been a pleasure for you anytime bébé (anytime bébé) (anytime bébé)
It has been a pleasure to work with you any time, baby
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@mmapasekaranko1863
It's sad, so sad, how I missed him
I thought he’d lost my number again
He drove me crazy, it makes me mad
I stayed at home, I felt so sad
Uhuuu, felt so sad, felt so sad
I sat here next to the phone, my heart was broken
I was alone, but when you played my special song
I knew that you would find a moment
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you, thank you I’ve been waiting so long
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you, thank you, my love is so strong
There is one thing I’d like you to know
When I really love, I never let go
As long as I Live, I’ll never give up
I’ll find my man as fast as I can
(Fast as you can) Yeeees, fast as I can
(Fast as you can)
I don’t feel the cold of the night anymore
I don’t suffer like I used to before
Thank you for being helpful and kind
Without you I would never have found my man
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you, thank you I’ve been waiting so long
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you, thank you, my love is so strong
Thank you Mr. DJ, thank you, thank you
Thank you Mr. DJ, thank you, thank you
(It’s been a pleasure, for you, anytime babe)
I sat here next to the phone, my heart was broken
I was alone, but when you played my special song
I knew that you would find a moment
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you, thank you I’ve been waiting so long
Thank you Mr. DJ for playing my song
Thank you, thank you, my love is so strong
Ooh, ooh, ooh, Mr. DJ...!
@jennyrhein3031
2024...Still a Gem💎 😘 .Who agree with me🔥👍
@user-zj6vs2gi8b
Awe I'm here enjoying every beat!!!
@HarittinaRANDRIAM
Yes !
@chickmiranda5350
❤❤
@MurphyNthul
We're there
@tshwarelomabe8120
I concur with you❤
@MisheckKambobe-ov1fn
2024 😊😊😊😊all the legendary show me your love 😊😊if you really enjoy this song in your childhood ,,,,,legends only like my comment ❤❤❤
@lwengalwenga
Who's listening to this song in 2024.? May i get i like
@user-sd7eq9rh7z
It's 2023 and I'm here to enjoy this evergreen song. My late father used to play it a lot and anything I hear the song I'm reminded of my time with him. ❤️
@user-yr3ex3zc2r
Now it's 2023 I'm here to enjoy this evergreen song