Somgqali’s ‘Lona Owamanje’ tells the story of finding love after heartbreak. The song, written and composed by Nkosinathi Sabelo Mabizela and CELUKUTHULA MABIZELA, mixes soothing melodies with heartfelt lyrics. It’s a warm declaration of trust and gratitude for a partner who brings healing and peace.
Released: January 15, 2026
Lona Owamanje
Somgqali • From “USIZI LUKAMAHLALELA”
Lona Owamanje Lyrics Translation (from “USIZI LUKAMAHLALELA”)
The lyrics writer mentions glowing skin and weight gain as signs of being cared for, ‘If you see I’ve put on some weight, know it’s because my love treats me well.’ This physical imagery highlights the joy and security the narrator feels in their new relationship, contrasting with past pain.
Bashana Seninomalume Wenu OmushaKids, you have a new uncle now.
Lona Owamanje Ngyamthemba Ungiphethe KahleThis new man, I trust him, and he treats me so well.
Bashana Seninomalume Wenu OmushaKids, you have a new uncle now.
Lona Owamanje Ngyamthemba Ungiphethe KahleThis new man, I trust him, and he treats me so well.
Ngaze Ngahappy Ngomuntu WamiI’m just so happy with my person.
Abanye Benyiswa Umjolo Ngapha Nangapha NginethezekileWhile others are being failed by love left and right, I’m completely at peace.
Ngiyasola Nguye UbambolwamiI really think he’s ‘my rib’.
Bashana Seninomalume Wenu OmushaKids, you have a new uncle now.
Lona Owamanje Ngyamthemba Ungiphethe KahleThis new man, I trust him, and he treats me so well.
Bashana Seninomalume Wenu OmushaKids, you have a new uncle now.
Lona Owamanje Ngyamthemba Ungiphethe KahleThis new man, I trust him, and he treats me so well.
Ngaze Ngahappy Ngomuntu WamiI’m just so incredibly happy with my person.
Abanye Benyiswa Umjolo Ngapha Nangapha NginethezekileWhile others are being failed by love left and right, I’m completely at peace.
Ngiyasola Nguye UbambolwamiI really think he’s ‘my rib’.
Umaningibona NgikhulupheleIf you happen to see I’ve put on some weight,
Anokwazi Umuntu Wami Ongiphethe Kahleyou should know it’s because my love is treating me so well.
Umaningibona Ngi GlowAAnd when you see me glowing,
Anokwazi Empatho Yakhe Udalijust know it’s all because of my darling’s care.
Ngiyasola Nguye UbambolwamiI really think he’s ‘my rib’.
Umaningibona NgikhulupheleIf you happen to see I’ve put on some weight,
Anokwazi Umuntu Wami Ongiphethe Kahleyou should know it’s because my love is treating me so well.
Umaningibona Ngi GlowAAnd when you see me glowing,
Anokwazi Empatho Yakhe Udalijust know it’s all because of my darling’s care.
Ngiyasola Nguye UbambolwamiI really think he’s ‘my rib’.
Bashana Seninomalume Wenu OmushaKids, you have a new uncle now.
Lona Owamanje Ngyamthemba Ungiphethe KahleThis new man, I trust him, and he treats me so well.
Sebengihethile(Sekukaningi)I’ve been hurt so many times,
Umjolo Usungihlulile(Sekukaningi)this whole game of love has defeated me over and over.
Kepha Sengipholile ManjeBut I’m all healed now.
Iskhathi Sami SokubuyelaIt’s my time to come back.
SebengihethileThey’ve hurt me before,
Umjolo Usungihlulileand love had me beat.
Kepha Sengipholile ManjeBut I’ve found my peace now.
Iskhathi Sami SokubuyelaIt’s my time to return to it.
SebengihethileSo many have hurt me,
Umjolo Usungihlulileand I felt so defeated by love.
Kepha Sengipholile ManjeBut I’m finally feeling healed.
Iskhathi Sami SokubuyelaIt’s my time to come on back.
Sekukaningi BengigilaThey played with my heart so many times.
Sekukaningi BengigilaAgain and again, they were just playing games.
Manje Ngyekeni Ngibuyele OthandweniSo now, just let me return to love.
SekukaningiSekukaningiSo many times, so many times.
Manje Ngiyekeni Ngibuyele OthandweniNow, just let me get back to being in love.
Manje Ngyekeni Ngizule NayeNow, just let me go on this journey with him.
Manje Ngiyekeni Ngibuyele OthandweniPlease, just let me return to love.
Uyena Yedwa UdaliHe’s my one and only darling.
Uyena Yedwa Ongiphethe KahleHe’s the only one who treats me this well.
Uyena Yedwa UbambolwamiHe’s the only one who is ‘my rib’.
Isthandwa SamiMy beloved.
Uyena Yedwa UdaliHe’s my one and only darling.
Uyena Yedwa Ongiphethe KahleHe’s the only one who treats me this well.
Uyena Yedwa UbambolwamiHe’s the only one who is ‘my rib’.
Isthandwa SamiMy sweet beloved.
Uyena Yedwa UdaliHe’s truly the only one, my darling.
Uyena Yedwa Ongiphethe KahleHe’s truly the only one who treats me so perfectly.
Uyena Yedwa UbambolwamiHe’s truly the only one who is ‘my rib’.
Isthandwa SamiMy one and only love.
Engani SyathandanaI mean, it’s clear we’re in love.
Engani SyathandanaIt’s obvious that we just love each other.
Umaningibona NgikhulupheleSo if you happen to see I’ve put on some weight,
Anokwazi Umuntu Wami Ongiphethe Kahleyou should know it’s because my love is treating me so well.
Umaningibona Ngi GlowAAnd when you see me glowing,
Anokwazi Empatho Yakhe Udalijust know it’s all because of my darling’s care.
Ngiyasola Nguye UbambolwamiI really think he’s ‘my rib’.
Ngaze Ngahappy Ngomuntu WamiI’m just so happy with my person.
Abanye Benyiswa Umjolo Ngapha Nangapha NginethezekileWhile others are being failed by love left and right, I’m completely at peace.
Ngiyasola Nguye UbambolwamiI really think he’s ‘my rib’.
Bashana Seninomalume Wenu OmushaKids, you have a new uncle now.
Lona Owamanje Ngyamthemba Ungiphethe KahleThis new man, I trust him, and he treats me so well.
Bashana Seninomalume Wenu OmushaKids, you have a new uncle now.
Lona Owamanje Ngyamthemba Ungiphethe KahleThis new man, I trust him, and he treats me so well.
Sebengihethile(Sekukaningi)I’ve been hurt so many times,
Umjolo Usungihlulile(Sekukaningi)this whole game of love has defeated me over and over.
Kepha Sengipholile ManjeBut I’m all healed now.
Iskhathi Sami SokubuyelaIt’s my time to come back.
SebengihethileThey’ve hurt me before,
Umjolo Usungihlulileand love had me beat.
Kepha Sengipholile ManjeBut I’ve found my peace now.
Iskhathi Sami SokubuyelaIt’s my time to return to it.
SebengihethileSo many have hurt me,
Umjolo Usungihlulileand I felt so defeated by love.
Kepha Sengipholile ManjeBut I’m finally feeling healed.
Iskhathi Sami SokubuyelaIt’s my time to come on back.
Lona Owamanje Music Video
‘Lona Owamanje’ lyrics offer a message of renewal and joy in love. The song, sung by Somgqali, is a touching anthem for anyone who has found their way back to happiness.