Yeah, this one’s for you, Malome
From motlogolo wa hao,
Thabiso
It’s a celebration, let’s take it back
Oh, yeah
I’m looking back at all the steps I took
Like lines written in an open book
You were the guide when the road was steep
Promises you made, you always keep
Son of Daniel Rapetoa, you stand so tall
You caught me every time I’d fall
You raised me well, gave me the light
Guided me through the darkest night
Happy birthday, Malome Frans Rapetoa
You’re the foundation, the love that we know
Yeah, you cared for us when we were young
A melody of life that we’ve all sung
Oh, uncle, you’re the rock, you’re the strength today
Happy birthday, Malome, in every way
I see the wisdom in your tired eyes
A reflection of the sun as it starts to rise
You nurtured us with a steady hand
The finest man in all the land
I see your character in everything I do
A blueprint of the love I learned from you
Yeah, you’re the legacy, you’re the pride
With you right here, there’s nowhere to hide
Happy birthday, Malome Frans Rapetoa
You’re the foundation, the love that we know
Yeah, you cared for us when we were young
A melody of life that we’ve all sung
Oh, uncle, you’re the rock, you’re the strength today
Happy birthday, Malome, in every way
Grow in grace, grow in soul
Keep on reaching for the ultimate goal
Strong as the giant, standing so bold
A story of greatness that never gets old
Yeah, you’re the king of the house
Let Johanah Rapetoa proud
I need you to know, I love you, Malome
From Thabiso Masheoo to the man who gave it all
You answered every single beck and call
Today I bow with respect in my heart
Glad you were there right from the start
O hole, o hole, keep rising high
Touching the limits of the clear blue sky
Happy birthday, Malome Frans Rapetoa
You’re the foundation, the love that we know
Yeah, you cared for us when we were young
A melody of life that we’ve all sung
Oh, uncle, you’re the rock, you’re the strength today
Happy birthday, Malome, in every way
Yeah, for you, Malome Frans
Son of Daniel and Johanah, we salute you
Happy birthday, stay blessed
Yeah, o lekane le tlou
I need you to hear me, uncle
Love you always, oh