: The lyrics mention "buses and trains" (ti bazi, switimela), celebrating the growth and modernization within South African regions like Gaza.
Source: Musixmatch Songwriters: West NkosiKazet lyrics © Gallo Music Publishers
: It emphasizes that sending messages through music is a core African tradition and rhythm.
: The song features multiple languages, including Tsonga (the "Ka Zet" refrain) and Zulu sections (the "Giya woza" calls to dance). Mahlathini & Mahotella Queens Gazette Kazet Lyrics
AfricaUkujabula kwakhoKushukuma zonk'izizweAy, ukugiya kwakhoKujabulisa zonk'izintaba
Hayi ku hluvukile ka hina n'wina (aha-ha-ha, heweno kuhluvukile kazet)Ayi nga langutani sweswi kuna ti bazi (aha-ha-ha, heweno kuhluvukile kazet)Se tsakani we magaza (aha-ha-ha, heweno kuhluvukile kazet)
The complete lyrics for by Mahlathini & The Mahotella Queens celebrate development and African tradition, using music to send messages across the continent.