Itche Koutche
Angélique Kidjo Lyrics


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Ou yéyé, o yéyé
Ou yéyé, o yéyé

Oko to fé n'ko
Ko fé ran émon

Ou yéyé, o yéyé
Ou yéyé, o yéyé

N'tori éyin nin
Iwo ofé mon

Ou yéyé, o yéyé
Ou yéyé, o yéyé

Ofé gba owo étan
N'tori ifé kossi
Ofé ko dja lé
Koman foun é l'owo

Itché koutché, itché koutché
Itché koutché, itché koutché, itché koutché




Itché koutché, itché koutché
Itché koutché, itché koutché, itché koutché

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Angélique Kidjo's song Itche Koutche provide a glimpse into the life of a person who is going through struggles in their daily life. The first verse of the song talks about how the person is determined to keep going despite the challenges they face. The line "Oko to fé n'ko, Ko fé ran émon" roughly translates to "Even if I am tired, I will keep moving forward". This line captures the essence of the song - that despite the difficulties we face, it is important to keep pushing ahead and not give up.


The second verse of the song talks about the importance of love and relationships in our lives. The line "Ofé gba owo étan, N'tori ifé kossi" roughly translates to "We may struggle to make ends meet, but love is what keeps us together". This line emphasizes the importance of love and connection, even in the face of financial hardships. The chorus of the song, "Itché koutché", is a phrase in the Fon language of Benin (where Kidjo is from) that means "dance, dance". This line encourages listeners to let go of their worries and dance, even in the face of difficult circumstances. In this way, the song serves as a message of hope and encouragement, urging listeners to keep going and find joy in life despite their struggles.


Line by Line Meaning

Ou yéyé, o yéyé
Indicating excitement and enthusiasm


Oko to fé n'ko
Let's all come together in unity


Ko fé ran émon
And not allow greed to divide us


N'tori éyin nin
Because we all belong to the same human race


Iwo ofé mon
And we all have the ability to love


Ofé gba owo étan
Instead of chasing after material possessions


N'tori ifé kossi
We should focus on what truly matters - love and compassion


Ofé ko dja lé
And not forget that happiness is not found in materialism


Koman foun é l'owo
But in the simple things in life


Itché koutché, itché koutché
This phrase is an exclamation of joy and celebration


Itché koutché, itché koutché, itché koutché
Repeating the phrase emphasizes the importance of celebrating life


Itché koutché, itché koutché
And finding joy in the everyday moments


Itché koutché, itché koutché, itché koutché
Because life is too short not to celebrate and spread love




Writer(s): Angelique Kidjo, Jean Louis Pierre Hebrail Copyright: Warner Chappell Music France Sa, Aye

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Comments from YouTube:

Brent Hollingworth

less than 3,000 views??! Crazy that amazing music like this isn't more in the spotlight

Henry Williams

Who Cares? This Young Lady "JAMS"😍

Edgar Evans

Outstanding Funk

Maira Stefanakou

In what language is this song? :)

vnwaneri

Yoruba! There are a few variations of the language but it is Yoruba from Benin in west africa

Deyan Nedelchev

she is very famouus world famous singer from benin and has grammy!go and read about her on wickipedia!

Western-Way Music Company

@vnwaneri Yoruba is a Nigerian language but there are variations like you said. Some people from Benin (like Angelique) speak the language because of their relationship with the Yoruba people. I am a Yoruba man.

Aina odole

@Western-Way Music Company She is Yoruba herself,mum yoruba,dad Benin.