The lyrics highlight how financial greed can break long-standing bonds.
The late South African Afro-soul icon Bulelwa Mkutukana , known as , released the soulful track "Imali" (meaning "Money") on her multi-platinum 2013 album Phendula . The song reflects on the corruptive and divisive power of money in society. The Lyrical Journey of "Imali" The Weight of Wealth Zahara - Imali
Her personal fight for "imali" owed to her turned her into a symbol for artist rights in South Africa, highlighting how young talent is often used and forgotten. Legacy of the Song The lyrics highlight how financial greed can break
In "Imali," Zahara explores how money often becomes a rather than a blessing. She sings about how people lose their humanity and turn against their own families and friends in the pursuit of wealth. Key Themes The Lyrical Journey of "Imali" The Weight of
She accused former labels of underpaying her, once stating she received only "a mere R10,000" despite the massive success of her albums.
It warns that the hunger for "imali" can lead one to forget their roots and values.