South African rapper and songwriter Tokelo Moyakhe popularly known as Maglera Doe Boy shares the meaning of his song Makazana which he sings with Zackey Boi.
He explained the song before he performed it at a live concert, “Makazana is a song about how time can fly in the township,” he explained.
He also explained the term township and said that is not a Black concept but a concentration camp which is why the township is positioned the way it is, “from the bridges so it can cut us off if there was war, to the trees so they could burn them if we had war,” he said.
“In the chorus I say I spent my life in the township, but I don’t want to die here. Which is we do not have to stay in the hood,” he added.
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Fans and supporters commented that Maglera’s songs are not just songs, but they carry messages:
“Never just words but a critical message in it all, while we all get enjoy and vibe through it. You’re hella gifted ntjaka!”
“You are so knowledgeable it’s amazing [heart emoji] I can see my kids watching this for a history lesson. Thank you,” wrote another user.
Another one said: “The world needs more of your consciousness, Maglera.”
Makazana is available is at all music platforms. The music video is available on YouTube.
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