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I was very touched by the tribute put together for Johnny Clegg where over 50 South African musicians recorded a song of his as a tribute to him. He is busy battling cancer now and I am guessing it must be getting very serious. To me, and I think of true South African legends and of course South Africa has been blessed with so many, and let’s not even start with Nelson Mandela, etc, but I always also think of very talented artists like Zapiro, the political cartoonist, and to me, Johnny Clegg is the most famous South African musician ever. He really has a brand of music that is all about South Africa and which I have spent many years of my life listening to all over the place, especially when I am in Kruger Park, not to mention going to his various concerts. In fact, when I was chairman of the Gauteng Law Council, the Chairman got to choose a year end function that all the councillors attend and I chose a concert of Johnny Clegg and Savuka which was of course the follow-up to his original band, Juluka.
In any event, it is well worth having a look at the video of the tribute song here: https://youtu.be/WKWEEpA0HkY.
His son apparently asked Johnny what song they would like him to re-record, and to their surprise he chose “The Crossing.” “The Crossing” is a song about passing from this world to another world - so it is about death.
Posted by Michael de Broglio on Thursday 10-Jan-19
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Kathryn said:
on Thursday 22-Aug-19 12:29 PM
The tribute is a wonderful homage to the memory of Johnny Clegg.
Bianca N said:
on Monday 22-Jul-19 08:39 AM
Such a big loss. RIP, you will be fondly remembered.
patrick said:
on Wednesday 17-Jul-19 08:43 AM
Rest in peace. You represented the country well.
Cornelie said:
on Tuesday 05-Feb-19 12:20 PM
He is a true icon and what a song to chose from very touching.
Tersia said:
on Tuesday 05-Feb-19 07:30 AM
Ah shame, that's very sad. It's always touching when all the artist come together to do a tribute like this. So special. It's nice that they have done the tribute now while he is still here and able to see it.
Liz said:
on Monday 04-Feb-19 05:08 PM
This such a touching tribute to a true South African icon.
Daniella said:
on Monday 04-Feb-19 09:24 AM
The video is so beautiful. Its amazing how people are brought together to make a awesome tribute.
Shristi said:
on Sunday 03-Feb-19 05:22 PM
This video is a beautiful representation of Ubuntu in our country... Everyone coming together to support a music icon in our country..
Tamaryn said:
on Friday 01-Feb-19 02:36 PM
It feels sad that he chose the song "the crossing" given his battle with cancer. To lose Johnny Clegg would be a terrible loss to South Africa, not only is he a brilliant musician but he gives so much back and is a true ambassador.
Zindy said:
on Thursday 31-Jan-19 08:54 AM
Johnny Clegg, What a legend! We also use to have his music playing on our trips to Kruger Park. Gives the real bushveld vibe with the drums and acoustic instruments that are being played. I have unfortunately never experienced seeing him preform live but I can only imagine what it would be like.
Zandelee said:
on Tuesday 29-Jan-19 07:47 AM
He is without a doubt one of the greatest!!
Henrietta said:
on Friday 25-Jan-19 03:51 PM
Wow, the video is amazingly done. I had goosebumps watching it. It's so great when people can come together and tribute a song they know would touch not only the artist but the world. I hate cancer, it takes so many lives and even when you are cleared you will always be a cancer patient.
Melissa said:
on Friday 25-Jan-19 01:19 PM
It is amazing how people care for each other, especially when someone has such an impact on your life through music
Lucretia said:
on Friday 25-Jan-19 08:50 AM
I have to say, i have never been a fan of Johnny Clegg, his music was never my style. They did, however, play the song on the radio over the December period and I have to say, it did send shivers down my spine hearing the various artist with one vision, to sing a song to someone they consider a legend......
Natasha said:
on Friday 25-Jan-19 08:14 AM
It is nice to have friends like that it is very beautiful,sad in a way,but i think he is very proud.
Thabitha said:
on Thursday 24-Jan-19 09:31 AM
I think he want us to understand what is happening in his life and always remember where we are coming from The Crossing what a choice
Prishani said:
on Thursday 24-Jan-19 09:13 AM
He is without a doubt a musical legend in our country, his music sums up our nation and sort of makes us feel united! He has definitely left a legacy his family can be proud of! I don’t think his music will ever grow old.
Jadine E said:
on Tuesday 22-Jan-19 12:47 PM
Siyawela lapheshaya lulezontaba ezimnyama (we are crossing over those dark mountains). Lapha sobheka phansi konke ukhulupheka(where we will lay down our troubles).
He knew what he was singing about in this song knowing very well the battle he would face.
Helen said:
on Monday 21-Jan-19 08:03 AM
Very sad that such as talented musician Johnny Clegg on 9 April 2015 was diagnosed with stage two pancreatic cancer. Within days, he had a 7 hour operation that removed half of his pancreas, his gallbladder, bile duct, duodenum as well as half of his stomach.
This was followed by six months of gruelling chemotherapy.
While he went into remission until August 2016, the cancer returned and saw him go through another six months of chemo. He was once again in remission by February 2017 and decided it was time for one last tour.
Jolene said:
on Wednesday 16-Jan-19 09:24 AM
The video is amazing, Johnny Clegg is a true South African legend who has made an incredible mark on the music industry. He is one of a kind and very inspiring.
Bianca T said:
on Tuesday 15-Jan-19 02:58 PM
What a beautiful song, he made such a great impact in many peoples lives, he's legacy will live on
Mathilda Du Preez said:
on Monday 14-Jan-19 02:57 PM
This is amazing!
Such a beautiful tribute to an amazing South African musician.
Megan said:
on Monday 14-Jan-19 10:31 AM
The fact that people can come together for him is really amazing. It just goes to show that if you care enough to do something for a legendary artist, you can do the smallest thing for anyone.
Angelique Jurgens said:
on Friday 11-Jan-19 04:11 PM
I am almost sure that must have left him speechless! He truly is one of the greatest musicians and such a treat that he is South African! I remember learning about him in Primary school as "the white Zulu" and was truly fascinated. "Life into death lifes other shape, no rupture, only crossing". O Siyeza, o siyeza , sizofika webaba noma
Alexis said:
on Friday 11-Jan-19 10:37 AM
That is quite something and very nice for fellow artists to do something like this...He is a huge icon in SA and it must be really nice to know that what you did in life was appreciated
Melissa van Tellingen said:
on Friday 11-Jan-19 08:29 AM
This tribute just makes my heart melt. I think it's great to support each other when going through hard times especially this illness. I think having people around you that care really helps with getting better as well.
sarah Tissen said:
on Friday 11-Jan-19 08:03 AM
I agree it is very nice to see how many people actually care about you when you are going through a heard time or battling with a illness. The fact that it was done by South African artist is very feel.
Joyce said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 04:53 PM
I think what has just been done by South African musicians it’s a precious thanks to Johnny and his loved ones, it sounds like Johnny’s always been the love of the people, it is sad that Jonny is going through a not nice situation of cancer.
candice said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 04:30 PM
Johnny Clegg is a super awesome guy i had the privileged of working with him at my previous company, Very sad that he Cancer so many people battle with this illness. He is a true South African Icon and im glad they done a tribute to him.
Victoria said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 04:03 PM
That is truly so special that all those South African artists came together to do this wonderful tribute for Johnny.
Jadine Richards said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 02:08 PM
Johnny Clegg is definitely up there with the South African Greats. The tribute is a wonderful gesture of empathy and gratitude for all that Johnny has done for this country.
Fikile said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 12:41 PM
It is so nice to see so many musicians doing this for Johnny Clegg, it is always best to thank a person while they are still alive other than to thank them when they are gone. Johnny Clegg is mostly known as a person who loves maskandi music and mostly loves to perform with who can do Maskandi. He has performed with so many people like ladies black mambazo. It's a pity we will never get a chance to see him perform again but his last concert was the best
courtney said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 12:40 PM
You can actually see the spirit in that room! Actually got goose bumps! Well done South Africa!
Michelle D said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 12:34 PM
It is a beautiful cover. It's very sad that Johnny Clegg's time is coming to an end. But with all that he has accomplished, there is no doubt that his name and memory will outlive us all.
brumilde said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 12:32 PM
Interesting that he is an Anthropologists!! So he studies humans and their behavior, i wonder if he has a book. Im sure there are many other things we do not know, and as people are giving tributes, im sure an autobiography should follow shortly.
clare said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 10:44 AM
This is awesome I enjoyed it so much, this makes you proud. Even if the song is about Death its still positive that people can enjoy something together.
Dune said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 09:28 AM
I have only heard the song over the radio but after watching the video, wow it just makes it that must better. It brings tears to your eyes seeing how a bunch of diverse artists can come together in honor of a legend and make such great music! Truly touches by the song.
Ashleigh said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 09:21 AM
I watched the video and it is truly a great tribute Johnny Clegg. I actually enjoy some of his songs. One of my favorite songs from him is Great Heart.
Bianca N said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 09:09 AM
So proud to be a South African right now. This is incredible!
Angelica Canosa said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 08:54 AM
Talented and an inspirational artist. People like him make me proud to be a South African.
Michelle Smillie said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 08:50 AM
I always get chills when South African artists get together to create a tribute song. Another example is Shout SA. We have very good artists and tribute like this will be remembered for a long time.
Nina said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 08:48 AM
I really enjoyed this song. It is very well done and it just again makes me very proud to be a South African. Our country is really blessed with amazing world class talent.
Nicolle said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 08:22 AM
This is a lovely gesture. What a beautiful reminder that a country often described as being torn apart, can, in fact, be united. A beautiful cover!
david said:
on Thursday 10-Jan-19 07:51 AM
everyone lives, everyone dies.
not many leave a mark.
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