Solly Mahlangu - Obrigado Lyrics
Lyrics
Khanimambo Xikwembu xa Matimba, Khanimambo Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba, Hi khensile Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba, Hi khensile Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba, Hi khensile Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba, Hi khensile
Obrigado xikwembu xa matimba, obrigado Ha ku khensa Xikwembu xa Matimba, Ha ku khensa Ha ku khensa Xikwembu xa Matimba, Ha ku khensa Ha ku khensa Xikwembu xa Matimba, Ha ku khensa Ha ku khensa Xikwembu xa Matimba, Ha ku khensa
Unamandla uzim’ esimkhonzako, unamandla Hi kakaramba uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi kakaramba Hi ku tande uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi ku tande Hi ku tande uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi ku tande Hi ku tande uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi ku tande Hi ku tande uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi ku tande
Obrigado xikwembu xa matimba, obrigado Obrigado xikwembu xa matimba, obrigado Obrigado xikwembu xa matimba, obrigado Obrigado xikwembu xa matimba, obrigado
Video
Obrigado by Solly Mahlangu : LIVE DVD Part 1 (Official Videos)
Meaning & Inspiration
Solly Mahlangu's "Obrigado," released on January 17, 2020, as part of his LIVE DVD Part 1, is a profound declaration of praise that immediately draws the worshiper into an atmosphere of deep reverence. At its core, this powerful track is a journey into the heart of gratitude and adoration for the Almighty God, expressed through a blend of Tsonga and Portuguese. The message begins with an outpouring of thanks, "Khanimambo Xikwembu xa Matimba, Khanimambo," which translates directly to "Thank you, Almighty God, thank you." This sentiment is then reinforced with "Hi khensile Xikwembu xa Matimba, Hi khensile," meaning "We are grateful, Almighty God, we are grateful." The inclusion of "Obrigado," the Portuguese word for "thank you," alongside the Tsonga phrases "Ha ku khensa Xikwembu xa Matimba, Ha ku khensa" ("We thank You, Almighty God, we thank You"), brilliantly underscores the universal call to acknowledge divine goodness, reflecting the global church united in praise.
The song's depth is further revealed as it shifts from simple gratitude to a declaration of God's majestic power and the worshiper's devotion. "Unamandla uzim’ esimkhonzako, unamandla" proclaims, "You are powerful, the God whom we serve, You are powerful." This central assertion of God's omnipotence is not just a theological statement but a living truth that grounds all thanksgiving. Scripture consistently reminds us of God's boundless strength, as seen in Jeremiah 32:17, where it declares, "Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you." This recognition of an all-powerful God fosters true humility and confidence. The lyrics then soar into expressions of profound reverence with "Hi kakaramba uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi kakaramba," an emphatic Tsonga phrase conveying deep adoration and worship for "the God whom we serve." This echoes Psalm 96:9, which urges, "Worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness; tremble before him, all the earth!" Finally, the song culminates in an intimate declaration of love: "Hi ku tande uzim’esimkhonzako, Hi ku tande," meaning "We love You, the God whom we serve, we love You." This speaks directly to the greatest commandment, as Jesus taught in Matthew 22:37, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind."
What makes "Obrigado" so compelling is its unwavering focus on these core tenets of faith. It serves as a powerful reminder that our lives should be characterized by an incessant posture of thanksgiving, not just for specific blessings, but for who God is—Almighty, worthy of our deepest reverence, and deserving of our purest love. The repetitive structure, far from being monotonous, acts as a spiritual anchor, allowing these profound truths to saturate the soul, creating a meditative and deeply engaging worship experience. This intentional repetition strengthens the message, reinforcing the absolute truth of God's power and our eternal response of praise. The song stands as a vibrant testament to the scriptural call found in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, "give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." Solly Mahlangu, through "Obrigado," invites us not just to hear a song, but to participate in a timeless act of worship, inspiring a renewed commitment to live a life saturated with gratitude and devotion to the God whom we serve and love.