The duo produces music that mixes traditional Mali sound with rock guitars, Syrian violins, Cuban trumpets, Egyptian ney, Colombian trombones, Indian tablas and Dogon percussion. All these elements put together have been referred to as "Afro-blues".
In 2004 they put out an acclaimed album produced by Manu Chao.
In 2006 they were acknowledged with BBC Radio 3 Awards for World Music in the two categories: Africa and Album of the Year (for the "Dimanche à Bamako" release).
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Sabali
Amadou & Mariam Lyrics
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Anw duya yé tolo kê
Anw bo kê ko yan
Anw bo kê ko yan
Djama
Sabali, sabali, sabali yonkontê
Sabali, sabali, sabali kayi
Ni kêra môgô fê sabali yonkontê
Ibi tiè fê sabali yonkontê
Ni kêra Mousso fê sabali yonkontê
Wo ouh wo, sabali, sabali, sabali kagni
Chéri, je m'adresse à toi
Avec toi chéri
La vie est belle
La la la la la la
Avec toi, chéri
Wo ouh wo, la la la la la la
Ça c'est pour la vie
Wo ouh wo, la la la la la la
Avec toi, chéri
La la la la la la
Ça c'est pour la vie
Chéri, je te fais un gros bisou
Ou bien je sais pas
Chéri, je te fais un gros bisou
Je t'embrasse fort
Je te fais un gros bisou
Je t'embrasse fort
Bye-bye
The lyrics of Amadou & Mariam's song Sabali are sung in a combination of Bambara and French, which adds to the cultural and linguistic richness of the song. The opening lines of the song, "Anw na ku yé foli de yé, Anw duya yé tolo kê, Anw bo kê ko yan," can roughly be translated to "I am searching for happiness, I am patient for it, I pray for it to come." These lines set the tone for the rest of the song, which is a poignant reflection on the need for hope and patience in the face of life's challenges.
The chorus of the song, "Sabali! Sabali! Sabali yonkontê, Sabali! Sabali! Sabali kayi," can be translated to "Patience! Patience! Patience is everything, Patience! Patience! Patience pays off." The repetition of the word "sabali" throughout the song underscores the importance of this message. The verses that follow describe how love and companionship can help one navigate the difficulties of life. The song ends with a playful and affectionate exchange between two lovers, expressing the joy and comfort that can come from a loving relationship.
Overall, Sabali is a beautiful and uplifting song about the power of patience, hope, and love. Its mix of languages and musical styles reflects the cosmopolitan backgrounds of the artists, and its timeless message of resilience and companionship continues to resonate with listeners around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Anw na ku yé foli de yé
I am a person who has a heart
Anw duya yé tolo kê
I don't know what's going on
Anw bo kê ko yan
I am not wanting anything
Anw bo kê ko yan
I am not wanting anything
Djama!
Let's go!
Sabali! Sabali! Sabali yonkontê
Patience! Patience! Patience little brother/sister
Sabali! Sabali! Sabali kayi
Patience! Patience! Patience big brother/sister
Ni kêra môgô fê sabali yonkontê
My little brother/sister, be patient
Ibi tiè fê sabali yonkontê
Everyone must be patient
Ni kêra Mousso fê Sabali yonkontê
My big sister, be patient
Wo ouh wo! Sabali, sabali, sabali kagni
Hey there! Patience, patience, patience little bird
Chéri, je m'adresse à toi
Darling, I'm talking to you
Avec toi chéri
With you, darling
La vie est belle
Life is beautiful
La la la la la la
La la la la la la
Avec toi, chéri
With you, darling
Wo ouh wo, la la la la la la
Hey there! La la la la la la
Ça c'est pour la vie
That's for life
Wo ouh wo, la la la la la la
Hey there! La la la la la la
Avec toi, chéri
With you, darling
La la la la la la
La la la la la la
Ça c'est pour la vie
That's for life
Chéri, je te fais un gros bisou
Darling, I'm giving you a big kiss
Ou bien je sais pas
Or maybe I don't know
Chéri, je te fais un gros bisou
Darling, I'm giving you a big kiss
Je t'embrasse fort
I'm embracing you tightly
Je te fais un gros bisou
I'm giving you a big kiss
Je t'embrasse fort
I'm embracing you tightly
Bye-bye!
Goodbye!
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SONY ATV MUSIC PUBLISHING FRANCE, BECAUSE EDITIONS
Written by: Damon Albarn, Marc-Antoine Moreau, Mariam Doumbia
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@PETER130681
Un seul mot ......MAGNIFIQUE !!!!!!!!
@PETER130681
Papa c toi
@UnicoNoco
🌟 Coming straight from the movie "Flatliners". Who else too..? 🌟
@loveanimals12321
Great song great movie❤️🔥
@roulasunrise369
My soul and body is flying ,♥️beautiful with all the meaning..
@devinbaker3734
I tripped listening to this and omg was it the most beautiful experience
@demianangsukaretto.8777
Guau _bien hecho _ bip bop bup _
@hectortirado2019
Hermosa canción ,de todo corazón pido que los artistas del mundo sigan inventando estas hermosas canciones , no importa el idioma ! Por el bien de la humanidad Amen !!
@ivanvillalba6907
LO MEJOR DE LO MEJOR EN EL 2020 A PESAR QUE VINO LA PANDEMIA A DESTRUIR TANTAS FAMILIAS EN EL MUNDO, UNA CANCION PARA UNIR NACIONES ENTERAS Y PEDIR A DIOS QUE ELIMINE EL VIRUS Y QUE REGRESE SONRISAS A QUIENES SE HAN MARCHADO POR CAUSA DE ESTE VIRUS...SALUDOS DESDE CHIHUAHUA MEXICO HERMANOS SOMOS TODOS...
@aysunstantes
La vie est belle! ♥ J'aime ta musique, merci Amadou & Mariam