Cardinal X25 brings a heartfelt melody to life with ‘Phakade,’ a song that celebrates enduring love. Temba Gwenzi writes the lyrics and composes the tune, blending gratitude and devotion. The artist opens with a prayerful tone, setting the stage for a story of love and faith.
Released: March 12, 2026
Phakade
Cardinal X25
Phakade Lyrics Translation – Cardinal X25
Temba Gwenzi describes a love that begins in loneliness and transforms into a lifelong bond. ‘You came into my life, and brought the light,’ the musician sings, highlighting the transformative power of love. The lyrics also touch on marriage, family, and building a home together.
Yebo NkosiYes, Lord.
Namhlanje siyabongaToday, we give thanks.
Uthando luyaphilaLove is alive.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Ngakuthola ngisodwaI found you when I was alone,
Ngithwele izinhlungu zamicarrying all of my pain.
Wafika empilweni yamiYou came into my life,
Waletha ukukhanyaand brought the light.
Ngathi ngiyakubongaI said I’m thankful for you,
Ngathi angisoze ngikushiyeI said I’ll never leave you.
Uma nginawe sthandwa samiWhen I’m with you, my love,
Ngizwa ngipheleleI feel complete.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Ngiyakuthanda sthandwa samiI love you, my sweetheart.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Sizohamba ndawonyeWe’ll walk this path together.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Ngiyakuthanda my babyI love you, my baby.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Siyakha ikhayaWe’re building a home.
Ngikhumbula mhla sihlanganaI remember the day we met,
Inhliziyo yami yathuthumelamy heart began to tremble.
Ngabona ikusasa lamiI saw my future,
Lapho ngibona wenathe moment I saw you.
Abantu bathi uthando lunzimaPeople say that love is difficult,
Kodwa mina nawe siyakwazibut you and I know the truth.
Ngoba uthando lwethuBecause our love,
Luphuma kuNkulunkuluit comes from God.
Namhlanje siyashadaToday, we’re getting married,
Imindeni ihlangeneour families have come together.
Izandla zethu zibambeneOur hands are held as one,
Senza isifungo sothandoas we make this vow of love.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Ngiyakuthanda sthandwa samiI love you, my sweetheart.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Sizohamba ndawonyeWe’ll walk this path together.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Ngiyakuthanda my babyI love you, my baby.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Siyakha ikhayaWe’re building a home.
Uma izulu linaWhen the sky is raining,
Ngizoba naweI’ll be with you.
Uma ilanga liphumaWhen the sun comes out,
Ngizoba naweI’ll be with you.
Kuze kube phakadeUntil the end of time,
Sthandwa samimy love.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Ngiyakuthanda sthandwa samiI love you, my sweetheart.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Sizohamba ndawonyeWe’ll walk this path together.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Ngiyakuthanda my babyI love you, my baby.
Ngiyakuthanda phakadeI will love you forever.
Siyakha ikhayaWe’re building a home.
Phakade Music Video
The meaning behind ‘Phakade’ is a declaration of love that lasts forever. Cardinal X25 delivers a touching tribute to faith and partnership in this soulful track.