Busta 929 and Mpura join forces in ‘Umsebenzi Wethu,’ a track that celebrates dedication and resilience. Featuring Zuma, Mr JazziQ, Lady Du, and Reece Madlisa, the song brings together a powerhouse of Amapiano talent. The lyrics, penned by Clive Tshikosi, Duduzile Ngwenya, Sabelo Calvin Zuma, and Tumelo Manyoni, mix confidence with a touch of spiritual pride.
Released: December 11, 2020
Umsebenzi Wethu (feat. Zuma, Mr JazziQ, Lady Du & Reece Madlisa)
Busta 929 | Mpura
Umsebenzi Wethu (feat. Zuma, Mr JazziQ, Lady Du & Reece Madlisa) Meaning & Lyrics (Busta 929 | Mpura)
The song repeats the phrase ‘Our work, it’s our work,’ emphasizing ownership and focus. Clive Tshikosi and the team mention ancestral fire and spiritual gifts, adding depth to the message. The lyrics also highlight defiance, with lines like ‘Even if you try to ruin it for us, it’s our work.’
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Umsebenzi Wethu Umsebenzi WethuOur work, it’s our work.
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Umsebenzi Wethu Umsebenzi WethuIt’s our work, our work.
Ngithi Noma UngasimoshelaI’m saying even if you try to mess things up for us.
Noma UngasimoshelaEven if you try to ruin it for us.
Umsebenzi Wethu Umsebenzi WethuIt’s our work, our work.
Sik’vumela Umsebenzi WethuWe’re all about our work.
Sicacela Umsebenzi WethuWe’re clear about our work.
Usibhedela Awededele MalacostaYou’re messing with us, let go of the ‘malacostas’.
Delela Wena NgiyakubonaGo on and disrespect us, I see you.
Umsebenzi Wethu Sicacela Umsebenzi WethuOur work, we’re clear about our work.
Sivuk’melaWe stand up for it.
Noma UngasimoshelaEven if you try to ruin it.
Umsebenzi Wethu Umsebenzi WethuOur work, it’s our work.
Sik’vumela Umsebenzi WethuWe’re on it for our work.
Sicacela Umsebenzi WethuWe’re focused on our work.
Usibhedela Awededele MalacostaYou mess with us, just let the ‘malacostas’ go.
Delela Wena NgiyakubonaKeep disrespecting, I see you there.
Umsebenzi Wethu Sikuvemel’We’re all about our work.
Umsebenzi Wethu Sivuk’melaOur work, we stand up for it.
Yey Ngithi Udloza Umntana Khabo Hloni UdlozaHey, I’m saying Hloni, their protege, has that ancestral fire.
Eh Ngithi Udloza Umtwana Khabo Hloni UdlozaEh, I’m telling you, their child Hloni has that ancestral spirit.
Sengisho Udloza Aw UdlozaI’m talking about that fire, oh, that fire.
Sengisho Udloza Aw UdlozaI mean that ancestral spirit, oh, that spirit.
Yey Ngithi Udloza Umntana Khabo Hloni UdlozaHey, I say that Hloni, their child, has that spiritual gift.
Eh Ngithi Udloza Umtwana Khabo Hloni UdlozaEh, I say their own kid, Hloni, has that ancestral calling.
Sengisho Udloza Aw UdlozaI’m talking about that gift, oh, that gift.
Sengisho Udloza Aw UdlozaI mean that calling, oh, that calling.
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Umsebenzi Wethu Umsebenzi WethuOur work, our work.
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Umsebenzi Wethu Umsebenzi WethuOur work, it’s our work.
Ithini Ng’cela Nithi HoorayWhat’s up? Please say hooray!
Sekuvuliwe Ama-blesser AvukileThe gates are open, the ‘blessers’ are up.
Ashiya Komile Wena UsasepoziniThey left you high and dry while you were still posing.
Ugade NencosiYou’re watching every little thing.
Udan’ehotel Ubloome UtshwalaYou’re drunk at the hotel, flowing with booze.
Heh Udan’ehotel Bloome UtshwalaHeh, drunk at the hotel, Bloome with the booze.
Bloome No Reece No ReeceBloome and Reece, and Reece.
Bathi Zekhethe ZeketheThey say, ‘Let them choose, let them choose’.
Zekhethe ZekhetheLet them choose, let them choose.
Ng’cela Nithi HoorayPlease, just say hooray!
Sekuvuliwe Ama-blesser AvukileIt’s open now, the high-rollers are awake.
Ashiya Komile Wena UsasepoziniThey’ve left you behind while you’re still striking a pose.
Ugade NencosiYou’re minding every tiny detail.
Udan’ehotel Ubloome UtshwalaYou’re wasted at the hotel, Bloome is swimming in alcohol.
Heh Udan’ehotel Bloome UtshwalaHeh, wasted at the hotel, Bloome is with the drinks.
Bloome No Reece No ReeceBloome and Reece, and Reece.
Bathi Zekhethe ZeketheThey say let them pick and choose.
Zekhethe ZekhethePick and choose, pick and choose.
Ngithi Noma UngasimoshelaI’m saying, even if you try to spoil it for us.
Noma UngasimoshelaEven if you want to ruin it.
Umsebenzi Wethu Umsebenzi WethuOur work is our work.
Sik’vumela Umsebenzi WethuWe’re here for our work.
Sicacela Umsebenzi WethuWe’re clear about what our work is.
Usibhedela Awededele MalacostaYou’re a problem for us, let go of the slackers.
Delela Wena NgiyakubonaGo on and be disrespectful, I see you.
Umsebenzi Wethu UzecacelaOur work, it makes itself clear.
Umsebenzi Wethu Sivuk’melaOur work, we stand up for it.
Nom’ungasimoshelaEven if you try to mess it up.
Umsebenzi Wethu Umsebenzi WethuIt’s our work, our work.
Sik’vumela Umsebenzi WethuWe are all for our work.
Sicacela Umsebenzi WethuWe make our work the priority.
Usibhedela Awededele MalacostaYou’re a problem to us, let go of the hangers-on.
Delela Wena NgiyakubonaKeep on disrespecting, I can see you.
Umsebenzi Wethu SikuvemelWe’re on board with our work.
Umsebenzi Wethu Sivuk’melaOur work, we’ll defend it.
Zekhethe ZeketheLet them choose, let them choose.
Zekhethe ZekhetheLet them choose, let them choose.
Zekhethe ZekethePick and choose, pick and choose.
Zekhethe ZekhethePick and choose, pick and choose.
Zekhethe ZekhetheLet them decide, let them decide.
Zekhethe ZekhetheLet them decide, let them decide.
Zekhethe Zekhethe ZeketheLet them choose, let them choose, let them choose.
Umsebenzi Wethu (feat. Zuma, Mr JazziQ, Lady Du & Reece Madlisa) Music Video
‘Umsebenzi Wethu’ lyrics offer a bold statement about staying true to your craft. The Amapiano hit, featuring Busta 929 and Mpura, is a reminder to stand firm in your purpose.