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Maye Umphefumlo Wami (My Soul Thirsts)

By Joyous Celebration + Thobeka Mahlangu

1,684 views Jul 8, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Joyous Celebration and Thobeka Mahlangu's song is a worship piece that expresses a deep spiritual longing for God. Drawing from the imagery of a deer thirsting for water, the lyrics convey the soul's desperate need for the presence of God. The repetition of phrases like 'my soul thirsts for you' and 'needs you' emphasizes a heartfelt cry for divine fulfillment. The song is sung in Zulu, reflecting the artists' South African gospel roots, and invites listeners into a posture of humble dependence on God.

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Njengendluzela yomel' amanzi

(As the deer thirsts for the water)

Umphefumlo wami womele wena

(My soul Thirsts For you)


Njengendluzela yomel' amanzi

(As the deer thirsts for the water)

Umphefumlo wami womele wena

(My soul Thirsts For you)


Umoya wami/Impilo yami)

(My soul/ My life)

Uyakudinga, uyakudinga

(Needs You, Needs You)

Uyakudinga, uyakudinga

(Needs You, needs you)


Njengendluzela yomel' amanzi

(As the deer thirsts for the water)

Umphefumlo wami womele wena

(My soul Thirsts For you)


Maye, oh maye

Womile umphefumlo wami

(My soul is Thirsty)

Maye, oh maye,

Wugcwalise ngikhala kuwe

(fill it up, I cry to You)

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