Lintonto leads ‘Hooo Woza’ with a mix of rhythm and storytelling. The lyrics writer Lihle Phemelo Masibi pens a tale of resilience and burden, while Thabo Musa, Bukzin Keyz, Djy Biza, and Al Xapo craft the tune. The song blends Afro-Soul beats with a narrative that dives into personal struggles and community ties.
Released: February 6, 2026
Hooo Woza (feat. Optimistic Music ZA, Bukzin Keys, Djy Biza & Al Xapo)
Lintonto
Hooo Woza (feat. Optimistic Music ZA, Bukzin Keys, Djy Biza & Al Xapo) Lyrics Translation – Lintonto
Lihle Phemelo Masibi writes about carrying family burdens, as seen in the line, ‘I’m carrying my father’s burdens now.’ The performer uses vivid images like Bree Street and the logdrum to ground the story in a specific place and time. The lyrics mix vulnerability with strength, showing how kindness and responsibility intersect in tough situations.
Kanti Wenze NjanBut what did you do?
Bathe Bang’funa Bau 10They said they wanted me, all ten of them.
Ngabenzel’umusa Ngabanikez’itheloI showed them kindness and gave them ‘blessings’.
Baze Bang’meleUntil they finally stood up for me.
Ekhonen IhlangeneIt’s all coming together in the corner.
Uthukuthel’ Unukelwa Ijele Awung’yekeYou’re angry and reek of ‘prison’, so just leave me alone.
Wenze NjanWhat did you do?
Bathe Bang’funa Bau 10They said they wanted me, all ten of them.
Ngabenzel’umusa Ngabanikez’itheloI showed them kindness and gave them ‘blessings’.
Baze Bang’meleUntil they finally stood up for me.
Ekhonen IhlangeneIt’s all coming together in the corner.
Uthukuthel’ Unukelwa Igazi Awung’yekeYou’re angry and reek of ‘violence’, so just leave me alone.
Hooooo WozaHooooo, come here.
Wozo Bona UmhloloCome and see this spectacle.
Hooooooo Bang’bambaHooooooo, they’ve caught me.
Sengithwele Inkinga ZikababaI’m carrying my father’s burdens now.
Haaaaa SometimesHaaaaa, sometimes,
Ngathi Ngamyeke UmbaliI think I should’ve just left Mbali.
Hooooo WozaHooooo, come here.
Wozo Bona UmhloloCome and see this spectacle.
Hooooooo Bang’bambaHooooooo, they’ve caught me.
Sengithwele Inkinga ZikababaI’m carrying my father’s burdens now.
Haaaaa SometimesHaaaaa, sometimes,
Ngathi Ngamyeke UmbaliI think I should’ve just left Mbali.
Haaa WashoHaaa, say it.
Faki Logdrum BukzinDrop the logdrum, Bukzin.
Faki Logdrum Phethe Amashwam-shwamDrop the logdrum, I’ve got the ‘snacks’ ready.
Kadi Pum-pum Ngagibel’ EbreeI hopped on a taxi at Bree Street.
Emaquatimini Anything PossibleIn the ‘neighborhood’, anything’s possible.
Many Things ImpossibleMany things are impossible.
Haaaa WehHaaaa, hey.
Wozo Bona UmhloloCome and see this spectacle.
Hooooooo Bang’bambaHooooooo, they’ve caught me.
Sengithwele Inkinga ZikababaI’m carrying my father’s burdens now.
Haaaaa SometimesHaaaaa, sometimes,
Ngathi Ngamyeke UmbaliI think I should’ve just left Mbali.
Hooooo WozaHooooo, come here.
Wozo Bona UmhloloCome and see this spectacle.
Haaa Bang’bambaHaaa, they’ve caught me.
Sengithwele Inkinga ZikababaI’m carrying my father’s burdens now.
Haaaaa SometimesHaaaaa, sometimes,
Ngathi Ngamyeke UmbaliI think I should’ve just left Mbali.
Kanti Wenze NjanBut what did you do?
Bathe Bang’funa Bau 10They said they wanted me, all ten of them.
Ngabenzel’umusa Ngabanikez’itheloI showed them kindness and gave them ‘blessings’.
Baze Bang’meleUntil they finally stood up for me.
Ekhonen IhlangeneIt’s all coming together in the corner.
Uthukuthel’ Unukelwa Ijele Awung’yekeYou’re angry and reek of ‘prison’, so just leave me alone.
Wenze NjanWhat did you do?
Bathe Bang’funa Bau 10They said they wanted me, all ten of them.
Ngabenzel’umusa Ngabanikez’itheloI showed them kindness and gave them ‘blessings’.
Baze Bang’meleUntil they finally stood up for me.
Ekhonen IhlangeneIt’s all coming together in the corner.
Uthukuthel’ Unukelwa Igazi Awung’yekeYou’re angry and reek of ‘violence’, so just leave me alone.
Hooooo WozaHooooo, come here.
Wozo Bona UmhloloCome and see this spectacle.
Hooooooo Bang’bambaHooooooo, they’ve caught me.
Sengithwele Inkinga ZikababaI’m carrying my father’s burdens now.
Haaaaa SometimesHaaaaa, sometimes,
Ngathi Ngamyeke UmbaliI think I should’ve just left Mbali.
Hooooo WozaHooooo, come here.
Wozo Bona UmhloloCome and see this spectacle.
Hooooooo Bang’bambaHooooooo, they’ve caught me.
Sengithwele Inkinga ZikababaI’m carrying my father’s burdens now.
Haaaaa SometimesHaaaaa, sometimes,
Ngathi Ngamyeke UmbaliI think I should’ve just left Mbali.
Haaa WashoHaaa, say it.
Faki Logdrum BukzinDrop the logdrum, Bukzin.
Faki Logdrum Phethe Amashwam-shwamDrop the logdrum, I’ve got the ‘snacks’ ready.
Kadi Pum-pum Ngagibel’ EbreeI hopped on a taxi at Bree Street.
Emaquatimini Anything PossibleIn the ‘neighborhood’, anything’s possible.
Many Things ImpossibleMany things are impossible.
Haaaa WehHaaaa, hey.
Wozo Bona UmhloloCome and see this spectacle.
Hooooooo Bang’bambaHooooooo, they’ve caught me.
Sengithwele Inkinga ZikababaI’m carrying my father’s burdens now.
Haaaaa SometimesHaaaaa, sometimes,
Ngathi Ngamyeke UmbaliI think I should’ve just left Mbali.
Hooooo WozaHooooo, come here.
Wozo Bona UmhloloCome and see this spectacle.
Haaa Bang’bambaHaaa, they’ve caught me.
Sengithwele Inkinga ZikababaI’m carrying my father’s burdens now.
Haaaaa SometimesHaaaaa, sometimes,
Ngathi Ngamyeke UmbaliI think I should’ve just left Mbali.
Hooo Woza (feat. Optimistic Music ZA, Bukzin Keys, Djy Biza & Al Xapo) Music Video
The translation of ‘Hooo Woza’ lyrics highlights themes of struggle and responsibility. Lintonto’s performance in the Afro-Soul track is both heartfelt and powerful.