Medley
the choir Lyrics

Mandela Mandela (Mandela please fight for freedom)
Oh great leader Mandela, we beseech you to lead us in fighting for the independence of our land and people.

Mandela send freedom now (Mandela send freedom now)
Dear Mandela, we urgently implore you to take action and grant us freedom from our oppressors.

All we says away with slavery (All we says away with slavery)
We demand an end to slavery and all other forms of exploitation, and seek to chart our own path as a free and sovereign people.

In our land of Africa (In the land of Africa)
This is a song of our beloved Africa, the cradle of our civilization and heritage.

Rolihlahla (Rolihlahla Mandela)
Rolihlahla is a name given to Mandela as a youth, and reminds us of his humble beginnings and his journey to greatness.

Freedom is in your hands (Freedom is in your hands)
We believe that you, Mandela, hold the destiny of our freedom within your grasp, and we look to you for guidance and inspiration.

Show us now the way to freedom (Show us now the way to freedom)
We urge you, Mandela, to show us the path towards liberation, and to lead us with your wisdom and courage.

Nelson Mandela
Calling out his name is a sign of reverence for the great man and leader that he is.

(Usilethela uxolo) Nelson Mandela
We pray for peace and reconciliation, which Mandela embodies and seeks to impart upon us all.

(Usibizela uxolo) Nelson Mandela
We call out for Mandela to bring us peace, and to help us find common ground in the midst of our struggles.

(Usilethela uxolo)
A refrain reminding us that we must strive for peace, and that Mandela is a beacon of hope for that endeavor.

Hhayi uMandela madoda
An expression of deep respect and admiration for Mandela, recognizing his immense contribution to our cause and our country.

Iyoh ha ha ha ha ha (Usilethela uxolo)
A repeated refrain urging us to make peace a central part of our struggle and our message, and recognizing Mandela's role in that endeavor.

(Iyoh haa usilethela uxolo) Hhayi uMadiba madoda
A refrain reminding us of Mandela's other name, Madiba, and expressing our deep reverence and gratitude towards him.

Nelson Mandela
Another calling out of his name, which represents the power and influence that he holds over our collective consciousness.

UMandela
A shorthand way of referring to Mandela, which is used to express familiarity, closeness, and respect.

(Usilethela uxolo)
The refrain that reminds us of the centrality of peace to our struggle, and the importance of unity and reconciliation in achieving our goals.