Mellow, Sleazy, Tman Xpress, and CowBoii collaborate with lyricists Sibusiso Mokone and Tsiliso Tokoloho Molokoli on this stealth-focused Amapiano track. Their production combines understated intensity with programmed percussion. The composers frame a philosophy of concealed progress through layered synths.
Released: March 28, 2025
Ibhanoyi (feat. LastBornDiroba & TheBuu)
Mellow | Sleazy
Ibhanoyi (feat. LastBornDiroba & TheBuu) Meaning & Lyrics (Mellow | Sleazy)
Mokone and Molokoli contrast hidden preparation with sudden ascension. They reference airplane ownership unknown to observers: ‘They lack knowledge about your airplane ownership’ precedes the command to ‘rise but stay cautious.’ The lyrics move from disguise tactics to warning against envy during victory displays.
Shayela Phansi Bangak’boniStay low so they don’t see you.
Ngicela Uwenze Ngath’ Awusakhon’Please act as if you’re not even there.
Uvele Usukum’ Buka Njengo MkhumbiJust stand up and look like a great vessel.
Wena Udedel’ Umzimba Bangak’kholwiLet your body go so they won’t believe it.
Ulale Kwetransi ElingkhonaRest in the trance that’s right here.
Uqaphel’ Ilanga LingashoniMake sure the sun doesn’t set on you.
Bavele Bak’bone Usisela Njengento Ehamba Phezulu KwebhanoyiThey’ll just see you gliding like something moving high above an airplane.
Shayela Phansi Bangak’boniStay low so they don’t see you.
Ngicela Uwenze Ngath’ Awusakhon’Please act as if you’re not even there.
Uvele Usukum’ Buka Njengo MkhumbiJust stand up and look like a great vessel.
Wena Udedel’ Umzimba Bangak’kholwiLet your body go so they won’t believe it.
Ulale Kwetransi ElingkhonaRest in the trance that’s right here.
Uqaphel’ Ilanga LingashoniMake sure the sun doesn’t set on you.
Bavele Bak’bone Usisela Njengento Ehamba Phezulu KwebhanoyiThey’ll just see you gliding like something moving high above an airplane.
Kant’ Vele Abazi Ukuthi Usul’thengile IbhanoyiBut they really don’t know that you’ve already bought the airplane.
Vula Amaphiko Uphaphele Phezulu Wen’ Ugade Bangak’loyiOpen your wings and fly high, but watch out so they don’t ‘bewitch’ you.
Kant’ Vele Abazi Ukuthi Usul’thengile IbhanoyiBut they really don’t know that you’ve already bought the airplane.
Vula Amaphiko Uphaphele Phezulu Wen’ Ugade Bangak’loyiOpen your wings and fly high, but watch out so they don’t ‘bewitch’ you.
Bakubone Uphinde Ijazi Bay’tshele Ukuthi Awusena NtoThey see you wearing that old coat and tell themselves you’ve got nothing left.
Bayeke Bacabange Okwabo Phela Aw’ngeni NdawoLet them think whatever they want, because it’s none of your business.
Bakubone Uphinde Ijazi Bay’tshele Ukuthi Awusena NtoThey see you wearing that old coat and tell themselves you’ve got nothing left.
Bayeke Bacabange Okwabo Phela Aw’ngeni NdawoLet them think whatever they want, because it’s none of your business.
S’banyonyobela BangaboniWe’re sneaking past them so they don’t see.
BangaboniThey don’t see.
S’banyonyobela BangaboniWe’re sneaking past them so they don’t see.
BangaboniThey don’t see.
S’banyonyobela BangaboniWe’re sneaking past them so they don’t see.
S’banyonyobela BangaboniWe’re sneaking past them so they don’t see.
Ukuthi Bayosala BangaboniThat they’ll be left behind without seeing.
BangaboniThey don’t see.
Ukuthi Bayasala BangaboniThat they’re being left behind without seeing.
Ukuthi Bayasala BangaboniThat they’re being left behind without seeing.
BangaboniThey don’t see.
Ukuthi Bayasala BangaboniThat they’re being left behind without seeing.
Yaah Ayi YahYeah, oh yeah.
Haibo Izwaaa AyiWow, listen now, oh.
Bade Lam’ Sek’vele Ibhadi S’qala UbumnandiMy friend, bad luck’s vanished and we’re starting the fun.
Naba Abafuni Ukulala EmakhayaHere they are, they don’t want to go home to sleep.
Seng’qal I-party Mhlip’ I-tulas’ Ekse BayakhalaI’ve started the party, it’s wild now, and they’re crying out.
Bafuna ImaliThey want money.
S’dlal Abo Sleazy Speth’ I-panikiWe’re playing with Sleazy and we’ve got the ‘paniki’ bucket.
Banga-panic Mek’fika UtshwalaThey shouldn’t panic when the alcohol arrives.
S’fike S’baningi Sidlal’ EpaliniWe’ve arrived in numbers, playing at the spot.
Aibo T-man Udlala KanjaniHey T-man, how are you playing?
Sek’vele Ibhadi S’qala UbumnandiBad luck’s vanished and we’re starting the fun.
Naba Abafuni Ukulala EmakhayaHere they are, they don’t want to go home to sleep.
Seng’qal I-party Mhlip’ I-tulas’ Ekse BayakhalaI’ve started the party, it’s wild now, and they’re crying out.
Bafuna ImaliThey want money.
S’dlal Abo Sleazy Speth’ I-panikiWe’re playing with Sleazy and we’ve got the ‘paniki’ bucket.
Banga-panic Mek’fika UtshwalaThey shouldn’t panic when the alcohol arrives.
S’fike S’baningi Sidlal’ EpaliniWe’ve arrived in numbers, playing at the spot.
Aibo T-man Udlala KanjaniHey T-man, how are you playing?
BangaboniThey don’t see.
S’banyonyobela BangaboniWe’re sneaking past them so they don’t see.
BangaboniThey don’t see.
S’banyonyobela BangaboniWe’re sneaking past them so they don’t see.
BangaboniThey don’t see.
S’banyonyobela BangaboniWe’re sneaking past them so they don’t see.
S’banyonyobela BangaboniWe’re sneaking past them so they don’t see.
Ukuthi Bayasala BangaboniThat they’re being left behind without seeing.
BangaboniThey don’t see.
Ukuthi Bayasala BangaboniThat they’re being left behind without seeing.
Ukuthi Bayasala BangaboniThat they’re being left behind without seeing.
BangaboniThey don’t see.
Ukuthi Bayasala BangaboniThat they’re being left behind without seeing.
Ibhanoyi (feat. LastBornDiroba & TheBuu) Music Video
Silence drives this Amapiano strategy guide. Fans dissecting Ibhanoyi lyrics translation find meticulous steps for delayed revelation of achievements. The artists equate social invisibility with tactical freedom before unavoidable ascent.