Vuma Dlozi Lami (Feat. Ancestral Rituals) Lyrics English (with Translation): Issa Sisdoh

Issa sisdoh sings Vuma Dlozi Lami featuring Ancestral Rituals. Doreen Rabokhokho writes the lyrics. She also co‑composes the song with Ancestral Rituals. The piece blends ancient chant with modern sound.

Vuma Dlozi Lami (Feat. Ancestral Rituals) Lyrics English (with Translation): Issa Sisdoh
Released: September 12, 2024

Vuma Dlozi Lami (feat. Ancestral Rituals)

Issa Sisdoh

Lyricist
Doreen Rabokhokho
Composer
Doreen Rabokhokho, Ancestral Rituals

Vuma Dlozi Lami (feat. Ancestral Rituals) Lyrics English Translation by Issa Sisdoh

Issa sisdoh says darkness surrounds the speaker and pain pierces the night. Doreen Rabokhokho writes a desperate plea: ‘Agree, my ancestral spirit.’ The chant repeats the request for guidance.

Badimo BameMy ancestors.
Go BotlhokoIt’s painful.
Badimo BameMy ancestors.
Go BotlhokoIt’s painful.
Ha Ke RobaleI don’t sleep,
Ba Nkemetse Ka Dinaothey’re waiting for me.
Go Thata Ya Le NtsweIt’s just too hard.
Oh Baba Ume UmeOh Father, stand with me.
Oh Baba We Ng’yabongaOh Father, I’m thankful.
Oh Baba Ume UmeOh Father, stand with me.
Oh Baba We Messiah Ng’yabongaOh Father, Messiah, I’m thankful.
Oh Baba Ume UmeOh Father, stand with me.
Oh Baba We Ng’yabongaOh Father, I’m thankful.
Oh Baba Ume UmeOh Father, stand with me.
Oh Baba We Messiah Ng’yabongaOh Father, Messiah, I’m thankful.
Vuma Vuma Dlozi LangaAgree, agree, my ‘ancestral spirit’.
Ako Vuma Vuma Dlozi LangaPlease agree, agree, my ‘ancestral spirit’.
Kumnyama KumnyamaIt’s dark, it’s dark.
Awu Ngithi Vuma Dlozi LamiOh, I say agree, my ‘ancestral spirit’.
Kumnyama KumnyamaIt’s dark, it’s dark.
Awu Ngithi Vuma Dlozi LamiOh, I say agree, my ‘ancestral spirit’.
Awu Ngithi Vuma Dlozi LamiOh, I say agree, my ‘ancestral spirit’.
Oh Baba Ume UmeOh Father, stand with me.
Oh Baba We Ng’yabongaOh Father, I’m thankful.
Oh Baba Ume UmeOh Father, stand with me.
Oh Baba We Messiah Ng’yabongaOh Father, Messiah, I’m thankful.
Oh Baba Ume UmeOh Father, stand with me.
Oh Baba We Ng’yabongaOh Father, I’m thankful.
Oh Baba Ume UmeOh Father, stand with me.
Oh Baba We Messiah Ng’yabongaOh Father, Messiah, I’m thankful.

Vuma Dlozi Lami (feat. Ancestral Rituals) Music Video

The Vuma Dlozi Lami lyrics meaning offers insight into a prayer for ancestral guidance and gratitude.