Asimbonanga
1987 song by Savuka / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
"Asimbonanga", also known as "Asimbonanga (Mandela)",[1] is an anti-apartheid song by the South African racially integrated band Savuka. It was first released as a 12" single in 1986, and then included in their 1987 album Third World Child. It alluded to Nelson Mandela, imprisoned on Robben Island at the time of song's release, and other anti-apartheid activists. "Asimbonanga" is a Zulu phrase that may be translated as "We have not seen him".[2] It was well received, becoming popular within the movement against apartheid, and was covered by several artists including Joan Baez and the Soweto Gospel Choir.
Quick Facts Song by Savuka, from the album Third World Child ...
"Asimbonanga" | |
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Song by Savuka | |
from the album Third World Child | |
Language | Zulu, English. |
Released | 1987 |
Recorded | 1986 |
Genre | Afro-pop, Worldbeat, South African traditional.[1] |
Length | 4:51 |
Label | Capitol |
Songwriter(s) | Johnny Clegg[1] |
Producer(s) | Hilton Rosenthal[1] |
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