lyrics
(Verse 1)
From the mountain’s peak, to the sea’s deep blue
A friendly face is waiting, just for you
Leave your worries at the border, let your heavy bags fall down
You’re a long lost son or daughter, in a brand new town
The sun is high above us, the dust is red and fine
Come and sit beside us, share a sip of this sweet wine

(Chorus)
Oh, this is the heart of Africa, a rhythm in the air
You feel it in the laughter, a kindness everywhere
No matter where you’re from, no matter what you’ve known
Here in South Africa, you’re never on your own
This is ubuntu, a feeling you can’t buy
In every hello, underneath this southern sky

(Verse 2)
The smoke from the braai is calling, a scent you can’t resist
Stories told and shared, sealed with a gentle kiss
Music on the breeze, a song from long ago
Let your feet begin to move, and just let your spirit flow
They’ll offer you their plate, a taste of home and grace
A smile is all it takes, to find your special place

(Chorus)
Oh, this is the heart of Africa, a rhythm in the air
You feel it in the laughter, a kindness everywhere
No matter where you’re from, no matter what you’ve known
Here in South Africa, you’re never on your own
This is ubuntu, a feeling you can’t buy
In every hello, underneath this southern sky

(Bridge)
From Soweto to the Cape, from the bushveld to the shore
There’s a spirit here that gives and gives, and asks for nothing more
A simple act of welcome, a hand held out to find
A brand new kind of family, a different state of mind

(Chorus)
Oh, this is the heart of Africa, a rhythm in the air
You feel it in the laughter, a kindness everywhere
No matter where you’re from, no matter what you’ve known
Here in South Africa, you’re never on your own
This is ubuntu, a feeling you can’t buy
In every hello, underneath this southern sky

(Outro)
Underneath this southern sky
Ubuntu…
Just feel the rhythm…
Welcome home.


Source by Ivory White