The municipality has unveiled the Drakenstein anthem to encourage unity and promote local pride
Drakenstein Municipality, fresh off winning the Gold Award for Best Municipality in the Western Cape for service excellence, has launched an anthem to foster unity, promote local pride, and showcase the area's beauty.
“We already have a world-class offering and felt it was time to complement it with a song of equal calibre,” says Councillor Stephen Korabie, Executive Mayor of Drakenstein Municipality. “The goal was to market Drakenstein, introduce people to its distinctive assets and create a sense of belonging among our residents.”
The song’s lyrics and melody reflect the spirit of Drakenstein, aiming to inspire both residents and visitors.
“We believe this song will plant a seed in others to want to live in this wonderful place. It is about shared identity — ‘My destiny, your destiny, our destiny’,” the Executive Mayor says.
In line with its commitment to excellence, the Municipality collaborated with renowned South African artist Frieda van den Heever to write and compose the song. Her involvement guaranteed a professional and heartfelt production, which was further enhanced by skilled sound engineers and high-quality studio recordings.
“The final product is something everyone in Drakenstein can be truly proud of. The song captures our spirit and will stand the test of time,” says Dr Johan Leibbrandt, City Manager of Drakenstein Municipality.
Soon, the Drakenstein anthem will resonate throughout the valley as people of all ages learn the words and sing along.
Listen to the song here and download the song here.
SONG LYRICS:
Drakenstein
Drakenstein
where I can breathe again
between a river, a vineyard and a mountain
where I can breathe again
Drakenstein
where seasoned hearts can rest and play
where the children of our country can find their way
this is where I choose to stay
From Saron to Simondium,
from Paarl to Wellington,
Gouda, Hawequa,
Mbkweni, Val de Vie,
Thembani, Bergrivier,
Voorstraat, Dal Josafat
Newton, New Orleans,
Groenberg, Pearl Valley,
Windmeul, Charleston Hill,
Hermon, Courtrai,
Denneburg, Van Wyksvlei –
this is where we choose to stay
Sonop, Amstelhof, Lemoenkloof, Chicago
Bainsvallei, Bovlei, Diemersfontein
Peyton Place, Groenvlei, Uitsig and Champagne –
this is where we choose to stay
Drakenstein
where I can breathe again
between a river, a vineyard and a mountain
where I can breathe again
Drakenstein – my nest, my wings
you are my rock, you’re my wild and free
rich with culture, alive with unity
it’s our home, it’s our destiny
Drakenstein – my nest, my wings
where dreams become reality
we leave legacy in community
it’s your home, it’s your destiny
Drakenstein – my nest, my wings
see where the past and the future meet now
this is the place where my spirit sings
it’s our home, it’s our destiny
it’s my home, it’s my destiny
it’s your home, it’s your destiny
it’s our home, it’s our destiny
this is my home, it’s your destiny
it’s my home, it’s my destiny
it’s my Nkosi sikelel’ iAfrika
dis waar die kranse antwoord gee, ja
this is my home, it’s your destiny
