Ladysmith Black Mambazo bid farewell to the late Joseph Shabalala

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[@manusamoa_91]

I only found out today though you passed away a while ago. Your music and your voice helped me get through my battles. Thank you Joseph Shabalala in Samoa we farewell these words, "Ia manuia lou malaga!". May you Rest In Peace ❤️🙏

[@nessymas]

I remember listening to the original DVD on my walkman back in highschool, so happy i grew up with such music

[@dasmana2237]

I am a Nigerian living in Singapore joseph shabala was a rare breed, the best musician on earth. I listen to his songs every day. May his beautiful soul rest in peace.

[@rev.franckyao3567]

Very correct. The best on earth.

[@kamanama3671]

Amen

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[@arianfinnegan252]

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[@buchuatum9000]

I am a cameroonian living in bamenda. My father made me to love this group. I listen and enjoy these songs everyday.

[@ngantelily867]

You're not alone another +237 here . Goosebumps

[@POPORAZZI]

Such a beautiful tribute to a man that influenced myself, a Samoan New Zealander and many many more the world over. Ia mauia lau malaga Joseph Shabalala. - Ez

[@dukemasengana]

Thank you for your warm words of support. Through music, we are made one. That is the Ubuntu, the essence of humanity that gives us our human face. 🎼🇿🇦🔥🔥❤️

[@euchariachimezie6631]

This group gives me so much joy, peace and even healing whenever I listen to their music. Since 1987 with Mariam Makeba in concert. My best forever. 💖💖💖💖😍😍 Rest in peace Sir Joseph Shabalala. I am a Nigeria.

[@gavalgroboshow2041]

I am a cameroonian i love this group, my father makes me to enjoy this beautifull group in Africa. So sad, rip great one

[@ajohmobile]

love from 237

[@ngantelily867]

You're not alone +237 fully represented

[@Prince_of_Winterfell]

Adieu Baba, you were loved all over the world, now go sing with the angels... With love from Nigeria 🇳🇬

[@Prince_of_Winterfell]

Great man.

[@rons.2335]

✊🏽 respect…the moon is dancing was my introduction to this group when I was 8…nothing but respect for this group..I’ve sang Acapella all of my life and I have to say that brotha Joseph and this group helped create that much more passion of acapella within me…I hope you and Michael J are dancing on the moon together. Peace sir

[@Cristobal-De-La-Sierra]

Joseph and Ladysmith Black Mombazo are larger than life. My respects from Chicago. I just found out that Joseph has gone to heaven. I hope to hear them in heaven some day. I picked up one of their albums 25 years ago and I figured out they are going to be big. After I played their music for my classes and the children loved there songs. They got Grammy nominated and became Grammy winners. Your music lives on brother. Great music is eternal. Love and peace to all who listen to Ladysmith Black Mombazo.

[@sonnyxlbright5904]

Watching the funeral of the great Shabalala, for the first time, and I'm struggling to hold back the tears. Gone is the great and unpretentious musical voice of Africa. You have left a void in the musical world that would be hard to fill. RIP, Sir.

[@daydreamer4407]

He was one of the reason I love AFRICAN folk music. Authentic and from the heart. Rest well daddy. Africa misses you❤

[@thembenincube3568]

In the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic...I am listening to "leli lungelo ngelakho.Thank you LSBM for taking me back to the late 80s. I played Mambazo Lps with my late husband, Joseph Ncube..

[@shiudifonyaimmanuel5459]

I grew up listening to his songs in combination with late Meriam Makeba RIP mama Africa, Paul Simon, Hugh Masekela During grace land album. Africa got Talent😎🙏

[@louisaablett5299]

Has mariam died my soul mourns their passing OMGOODNESS what losses

[@elmindaminda5412]

i didnt know he was dead,this was a routine for me while growing up with my late dad.may his soul rest in peace.A great musician he was.

[@tw_creative_media]

Rest on legend.. Your music heals, you still remain my fav🔥 thank you from Nigeria 🇳🇬

[@mrmkhosana6876]

That rendition of Homeless shut down the building🔥🔥 🕺🏿 Long live the spirit of Bhekizizwe Joseph Shabalala 🙏🏾💞

[@aminashady8210]

From Kenya I love the band since I was a kid,Rip Shabalala didn't know you are no more

[@hellenngoma7290]

These guys heal my soul, oooh even if I don't understand the language ❤️❤️❤️

[@richardlogan1021]

Most moving, beautiful, and meaningful funeral service I have ever seen. What a testament to the genius of Joseph Shabalala and Zulu music, to the beauty of LBM's work -- and to the healing wisdom of African music.

[@kamanama3671]

I truly hope that they can continue bringing new people into this group so we can have this beautiful music for generations to come. R I P.

[@peterdenew7459]

Truly a sad day for the music world..... the world is a lesser place. Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Joseph let the world hear the amazing harmonies and music of South Africa. May the Peace and Grace be with him.... his legacy is the amazing music library he leaves behind with us.

[@lulumapoma2330]

What a Befitting and an Amazing send off for BABA SHABALALA may his soul rest in peace proudly South African all the way from Ireland 🇿🇦❤ Ndiyazingca ngo Mzantsi

[@ernestomoregie7370]

I cried listening to the “NUMATHEMBA” and “HOMELESS” part. It’s so emotional

[@juniorchirindza3078]

His voice will live upon the coming generations. May your soul Rest In Peace. Much Love from Mozambique 🇲🇿

[@deonjohnson9659]

A great singer is gone but his voice will echo for generations to come, I grew up loving this group ,R.I.P

[@jallapennoali5555]

I can't stop crying 😭 RIP Shabalala Love from Cameroon 🇨🇲🇿🇦

[@KarmaX10]

I'm from America and remember this group coming to The Heritage Festival as youngin. And every since then I was amazed with their voices. Rest well Joseph.😔😇

[@dukemasengana]

Thank you so much. Joy shared is joy shared, but grief shared is grief halved. Ubuntu (humanity) demands that of us. No man is an island. 🇿🇦🔥🎼

[@KarmaX10]

@@dukemasengana 🙏🏽

[@tebogocliffordmanewe1297]

And the son's voice nearly like his father's 😍 Sleep well baba Shabalala With love from 🇧🇼

[@Lastship]

So emotional

[@Oguantape]

Rip peace Legend. You will never be homeless ok. From Ghana

[@lilianflynn198]

He is ALREADY in God's safe keeping

[@jacknife991]

Rest in peace Dr Shabala I wish the younger generation knew more about our local musical heroes than they know about all these American singers

[@hakeema7554]

The younger generation of ladysmith black mambazo do know south African Music

[@AndrewKwabula]

He lived by Music and 'left by Music', a fitting tribute to one of Africa's greatest sons. Joseph Shabalala put Africa (not just South Africa) on the World Map. Singing on such a sad day, turned a sad day into a celebration of Joseph's life, nice to see the President (Cyril doing the Mambazo dance).

[@humphreychigwedere1211]

Wow!!! What an awesome send off to an African and Zulu Warrior. MHDSRIP. So touching...Homeless

[@jimmakola4393]

Music indeed can heal broken hearts and troubled soul... I'm deeply touch by the performance... You're real therapists... Long live Ladysmith Black Mambazo that was great sendoff your father deserve. REST IN ETERNAL PEACE DR. TSHABALALA.

[@freddychauke7749]

I didn't manage to reach his funeral and I've playing his music from last night till now, it's about to be 24hrs playing the music as a way of mourning and commemorating him.May his soul get eternal rest in GOD'S HANDS and his legacy be kept till the return of CHRIST, amen!

[@simphiwek6321]

Me too I've been playing his music for i think the whole week..😭

[@sweetaliena]

I just found out the news😢 RIP to this great man. What a way to celebrate his life. Love from Canada.

[@Mutezz1]

THE DEEPER THE ROOTS THE STRONGER THE TREE.... LET'S RETURN TO OUR AFRICAN CULTURE

[@marcustraore545]

Oh our papa is gone😭😭😭. He will always be remembered as a legend. May the Lord comfort the bereaved families!

[@SherryGlaserLove]

We had the honor and pleasure of seeing Ladysmith Black Mambazo on February 16th in Healdsburg CA just a few days after the death of Joseph Shabalala. The spirit and beauty in their voices was miraculous. I was changed by their performance. Truly the most inspiring, perfection of men in majestic harmonies and movement. I will never forget their love and admiration for their father and founder of Ladysmith Black Mambazo. My Joseph Shabalala always rest in peace and praise.

[@shed911cookiesgarage2]

Only just found out, sadness from Australia, a true legend is gone from us, but rest in peace my friend, and may heaven's ears enjoy your music now

[@maliktanzilkaleemel4995]

My heart is heavy, as I was not aware of this. the tears I shed today are for the love and joy he shared with me... Although I never met him in the flesh he has touched me deeply.

[@pentouchgalleria]

I'm in tears... Never aware of the demise of the leader of this great heavenly voices. As a Nigerian who doesn't understand or even seen ur group in real life but the melodies always put some unexplainable tears of joy in me. I love u guys and once more I say to ur lovely leader in igbo language "Mkpuru obigi la ndukwa"😥

[@anietieakpan7256]

He Was a great voice to the voiceless through his inspirational and motivational music of hope to the hopeless, love listening to the Black Mambazo Group, Rest in Peace Joseph Shabalala.

[@jamesmartin9401]

Man, one of the most distinctive and smoothest voices ever. Thanks to his having shared his talent with the world. His son sounds astoundingly close to him. I love that the gathered participated and enjoyed the music he and the rest of the group brought to the world.

[@mhlomuli9957]

Bhekizizwe. What a man. Speechless. Aspire to inspire before you expire. You did it Joseph Shabalala.

[@collinsnoel6153]

The last dirge they are singing in this video clip, from the 17th minute onwards in the Xhosa language, is very nostalgic and traditionally magnetic in a sense of the word and African spirit.

[@flxnhrd]

I am a black American, I do not understand the words but my soul is touched. .......Maybe in response to another time.

[@dollface20100]

RIP Joseph much loved from around the world Tasmania Australia #onlylove

[@barend63]

Viva Natal! Few can sing like the Zulu. RIP.

[@xklantribe945]

Please dont tribalise this, he is our own too. Dont do this.

[@barend63]

@@xklantribe945 Don't make this political please. I grew up there

[@66TT88]

I am not Zulu but fully agree.

[@magaraedson8631]

Nostalgic! A man gets born. A man lives his life like man should. He touches the world. Rests peacefully. That man deserves such a funeral!

[@adamomondi6359]

Rest in peace Mzee shabalala your music will still hit even as you are gone will always be the fun of lady Smith black mambazo 🇰🇪

[@edilawani8399]

RIP, JOSEPH SHABALALA. YOU LEFT YOUR PRINTS IN THE SANDS OF TIME AND IN OUR SOULFUL HERATS. ADIEU !

[@alanmorris7669]

I took my mother to see them in concert at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center in Charlotte, NC. Rest in peace, lead singer Joseph Shabalala.

[@GerardBrown3]

Worked with him on the Spike & Co.: Do It Acappel[a PBS and BBC program for Great Performances. Great talent. Great human being,

[@shiudifonyaimmanuel5459]

RIP Big Man Dr. Joseph Shabalala condolences from Namibia.

[@taaniaklesso3599]

RIP

[@andrewpeterson5882]

His spirit lives on stronger than ever and continues to touch people with beauty and love. :)

[@Lastship]

Indeed he is a leader..a leader lives a legacy where during his absence the group can perform .

[@Lastship]

You are blessed Sir !

[@FewOursLive]

When he said “Emaweni we baba” 😭😭 Rest in Peace qhawe ❤️

[@lissakings6744]

Eyabantu TV Am a Ghanaian R.I.P. hero

[@alsapeur5055]

Lucky to have seen uBaba Joseph Shabalala perform Live. Ilungelo Ngelakho has always been my favorite rendition of his. I am so happy they sent him off with it. Lala kahle Mshengu!

[@sareljacobs7902]

Legends and heroes always go away fast but the sound of their music will always play in our minds, , may ur soul rest in peace Mr Shabalala,, we love you

[@clovismatos3838]

Eu creio em suas palavras

[@chisomiwunze2282]

I could watch them perform over and over again

[@christinekouaibi7841]

RIP. in price Baba shabalala I loved all his songs we are proud to be South Africa's

[@bonnechance6988]

Watched this group recently. Great group. May Shabalala's soul rest in peace. He made his mark on earth.

[@truthmatters6728]

Sad to see a powerful music legend pass on 😭but his music will remain with us in our hearts.⚘🤗👍

[@cc35506]

Rip. I love the way as Africans music soothes our souls in times of happiness and sadness

[@ciscotheinkboi]

Bless his family and friends. Rest in Peace to the founder of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, a powerful group that always chopped down the house as if an axe.

[@78625amginE]

I wish I could have been there to pay my respects. Like so many I grew up listening to his music.

[@mbhewenhlesitholembewu1105]

Nigel Williams dude same here it’s been a part of me may his soul Rest In Peace

[@louiseluk1541]

Grand respect à ce grand homme. C'est par lui que j'ai découvert et aimé la musique sud sud-africaine. You are and will stay a wonderfull son of Africa. RIP

[@puleerick280]

My the Lord give him so peaceful internal and we will see you in heaven My condolences from Tanzania 🇹🇿

[@dahliadordal476]

RIP great one, you have gone to join an eternal choir; your voice will resound throughout eternity.

[@imaginaryfriend9655]

Respect to the leader of this band who first brought this beautiful music to my ears... Rest in Paradise...

[@rogeliolago8947]

sou Brasileiro e aos sete anos eu pela primeira em ROOTS !! na tv ...sempre achei uma linda canção HOMELLES ....eu sempre fiquei pensando há anos ''' quem canta esta musica ??'" hoje com 50 anos descobri !! e fiquei muito triste com sua partida ,,,que Deus tenha em bom lugar !!!

[@albinomondlane5693]

Isso mostra que a música transcede fronteiras RIP Joseph shabalala

[@Olcool]

i know him with his legendary collabos with Oliver Mtukudzi. RIP. We Zimbabweans grief with you SAs as one family

[@couleurstropicale9881]

Dr Joseph Shabalala rest in peace , the Camerounians by my voice thanks for all . Un homme de votre classe ne meurt jamais , vous avez su marquer votre époque, en nous procurant des joies et du bonheur . Condoléances à sa famille nucléaire, à Blackmambanzo et en fin à toute la famille Sud africaine.

[@lesedihadman488]

Am Ghanaian and living in Germany 🇩🇪 for now ... RIP Father

[@browndada]

Menso saa.. we grew up on these songs. RIP father ampa

[@charwillz7270]

I can only imagine.. how much sweeter heaven will sound now that this earth angel has been called home.. No more pain in the physical.. You can take your rightful place on high..

[@zusiphesikayi2390]

He led this group with such grace and wisdom. RIP legend. I loved his music

[@jabuliledladla6610]

What a tribute, I am so emotional but music mends the broken hearts, condolences to Shabalala' family,. I Love the song. "silal'emaweni" 😭😭😭😭

[@noendlovu4788]

What a befitting sendoff. I am glad I saw them in person some years ago when they performed...fare well baba Tshabalala🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@hlengiwedumisile8900]

Rest in piece mshengu yoooo president😁😁😁😁

[@mbhewenhlesitholembewu1105]

I wish I was in SA to bid my farewell 😔 I’m in China I wanna day thanks to him that I found a friend in form of the group it’s self thanks you groomed me ❤️

[@mthokozisipeabo8126]

We're afraid of Corona virus sir

[@nelisiwebuthelezi2198]

NKR Emnambithi awumncane sbonge Baba J.Shabalala you put our small town on the map and made us proud!

[@jacobngozo9286]

A true legend and the symbol of pride to millions of SA's, and the gift to the entire world. Lala ngoxolo Mshengu ubile yindoda emadodeni Mshengu!!!

[@fatafehisuka6586]

My late parents favourite singer of all time RIP 🤙🏾

[@freshdesign2026]

Why is it only now I hear of this???? Your life has been of a great great meaning for the whole of Africa and the world!!!! THANK you sir! Rest in peace BABA!

[@liganiwau7667]

R. I. P🌹soul brother.... Respect from Fiji island South Pacific 🌺🐗.

[@vickynantume7850]

Very touching ,his legacy continue to live on through his amazing music may his soul R I P

[@ppierson-prah3672]

A hero has fallen. Notwithstanding the fact that we are saddened by your exit, we'll celebrate you now and forever for you paid your dues to mama Africa. I'm a Ghanaian and I do not understand your language but anytime I heard Baba Joseph Shabalala's voice, I knew Mama Africa was speaking to her children. Forever in our hearts.

[@bekezelapatience3699]

Beautiful send off! Lala ngokuthula baba Shabalala 🙏🏾🧡

[@ginnijo2526]

I didn't know Joseph Shabalala passed ☹️ RIP great soul!

[@markdeveney8450]

You must earn a funeral such as this - what an amazing send off. RIP Dr Joseph.

[@dmstewart66]

A beautiful tribute for a truly special soul. May he rest in peace, and may the vibrations he left us with echo throughout many future generation to come.

[@official.avdmj15]

Rest in Eternal peace Dr Joseph Shabalala!! Your spirit and your legacy will live forever!! I’m proud to be South African!!🇿🇦🇿🇦💙🕊️👑🤴🏾

[@Porusi98]

From Jamaica! A great influence on Jamaicans

[@reypasion8664]

Rest In Peace Joseph Shabalala. Thank you for the music...

[@vusiprofessor]

I am very emotional, may his soul rest in peace!

[@mummyvencatasu5755]

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[@daveyjoweaver6282]

A Beautiful tribute to a man who brought Beauty to All! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania

[@letswatchtogether2565]

May ubaba his soul rest in peace. He was an amazing entertainei, prefect singer, and an extraordinary Father.

[@liberte1334]

Love them so much. Respect so much.how I miss my Zulu friends.

[@asantekwame9675]

A big tree has indeed FALLEN..... RIP SIR.....

[@mannobazile8230]

ale an pe zanmim,mwen se yon gran fanatik ou ,mwen se yon afriken ke yo exile ,vye blan te al pran gran paranm yo an afrik yo pote yo an amerik se sak fem la kotem ye a,men lakay mwen se afrik,mwen renmenw anpil shabalala,depi 1987 map swiv ou,mwen pa janm bouke tande mizik ou,ale anpe gran papa

[@lindieditshwane8648]

My number one music group RIP we will never forget you

[@alextagbo7504]

The corona news has been so overwhelming in all stations the past weeks that I didn't know the great and beloved Shabalala passed away😢😢😢 May u continue to rest in the Lord🙏

[@kgosiserame]

Same here it's so sad