Lira - Something Inside So Strong (official Audio) (2025)

: Labi Siffre wrote the original in 1984 after watching a documentary on Apartheid-era South Africa that showed soldiers shooting at civilians.

: Beyond its political message, Siffre stated the lyrics were also influenced by his experiences of oppression as a gay man. Lira - Something Inside So Strong (Official Audio)

: Lira originally performed her rendition as a special tribute to Nelson Mandela for his birthday, as it was noted to be one of his favorite songs. Musical Interpretation : Labi Siffre wrote the original in 1984