Farewell Oliver "Samanyanga" Mtukudzi

Farewell Oliver "Samanyanga" Mtukudzi

A gifted musician, magnificent and unique
Stood staunch against social and political injustice
Shed beauty, grace, and source of strength
Within the depths and flow of his songs laid hope & might

The veil that covered plight, you shredded it into pieces
With a blend so raw, your words implored
Shedding light, an ebb of words of comfort
Towering arms of mastery and courage stand, erect & unwavering

Although our hearts are broken, we celebrate your life

“Death is not extinguishing the light. It is putting out the lamp because the dawn has come.”  - Rabindranath Tagore



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  1. GavinJanuary 24, 2019 at 1:04 PM

    Farewell Nzou Samanyanga you will be missed you changed so many minds through your music

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  2. ValzJanuary 28, 2019 at 10:07 PM

    May his soul rest in peace
    Nice piece Munae

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