House Anthem

In 2018 and 2019, extensive consultations were held throughout the house, leading to the creation of a new and improved house anthem. This process involved gathering input from residents to ensure the anthem truly reflected the spirit and values of Helshoogte Men’s Residence. The new anthem captures the essence of our traditions, unity, and pride, serving as a rallying cry that brings together past, present, and future generations of Helshoogte residents. It stands as a testament to our commitment to continuous improvement and our dedication to fostering a strong, cohesive community. This anthem, much like the residence itself, symbolizes the rich history, the dynamic present, and the promising future of Helshoogte, reinforcing our identity and inspiring us to uphold the legacy of excellence and brotherhood.

I am a Helshoogter (2020) Translation
We stand as Helshoogte in the heart of Stellenbosch:
Reis bo tot die hemel, Helshoogte my trots.
Ukuqala kobuhlobo, nomanyano oluhle,
Ngembeko kunye nentembeko.

Hellies, saam sal ons veg en baklei,
Op die kampus kraai ons koning,
here as brothers we will stand
Helshoogte my trots en my eer.

Hellies, saam sal ons veg en baklei
Ndizophila ndiyifele,
and forever we will strive
To give you our honour and pride.

We stand as Helshoogte in the heart of Stellenbosch:
Rise up to the heavens, Helshoogte my pride.
It’s the beginning of a great brotherhood and unity
Approached with respect and honesty.

Hellies, together we will fight and brawl,
We are the kings of the campus,
here as brothers we will stand
Helshoogte my honour and pride.

Hellies, together we will fight and brawl
For Helshoogte I will live and die,
and forever we will strive
To give you our honour and pride.