Wombo Lombo
Angйlique Kidjo Lyrics
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Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo Gbogbo ènyan n' so houn kpé onindjo kan m'bè
Niboni mon léri ènikan odamin lohoun
Ilé onindjo wa lègbè odo
Inou gbèrèko oman tou oko akpèdja Have you ever seen this man moving ?
Do you think anyone else can do it ?
Something, no way you can't beat it. Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo Gbogbo ènyan n'so kpé onindjo kan m'bè
Niboni mon léri ènikan odamin lohoun
Ilé onindjo wa lègbè odo
Inou gbèrèko oman tou oko akpèdja Have you ever seen this man moving ?
Do you think anyone else can do it ?
Really this dance has got something,
Something, no way you can't beat it. Ho ham ham ho ham
Yélélé ho ham ham ho ham
Ho ham ham ho ham
Yélélé ho ham ham ho ham Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo Have you ever seen this man moving ?
Do you think anyone else can do it ?
Really this dance has got something,
Something, no way you can't beat it. Wombo lombo
Wombo lombo
The lyrics of Angélique Kidjo's song "Wombo Lombo" are sung in a language called Fon, which originates from Benin in West Africa. The song is an upbeat and energetic one with a catchy melody and a repetitive chorus of "Wombo Lombo." The song praises a man who is an excellent dancer and has a unique style that sets him apart from everyone else. The singer of the song asks if the listener has ever seen the man dancing and if they think anyone else can do it. The song describes his dancing as having something special about it, making it impossible to beat.
The lyrics of "Wombo Lombo" are a celebration of individuality and uniqueness. The song talks about how the man's dancing style cannot be replicated, emphasizing that everyone has their own individual gifts and talents that make them stand out from others. The use of the repetition of "Wombo Lombo" in the song emphasizes this idea and reinforces the idea of the man's uniqueness.
In summary, "Wombo Lombo" by Angélique Kidjo is a celebratory song that emphasizes the importance of individuality and uniqueness. The song praises the man's dancing style and sets him as an example of how everyone should celebrate their individual gifts and talents.
Line by Line Meaning
Wombo lombo
This is the title of the song and is repeated several times throughout to emphasize the uniqueness and importance of the dance being described.
Gbogbo ènyan n' so houn kpé onindjo kan m'bè
All eyes are fixed on the dancer, who is an expert in the art of Wombo Lombo, a style of dance that is difficult to replicate.
Niboni mon léri ènikan odamin lohoun
It is impossible to resist or ignore the rhythm and energy of the music, which compels the dancer to move with grace and precision.
Ilé onindjo wa lègbè odo
The dancer is from a community where traditional dance is celebrated and passed down from generation to generation.
Inou gbèrèko oman tou oko akpèdja
This dance style originates from a specific region, with unique steps and movements that reflect the culture and history of the people who created it.
Ho ham ham ho ham, Yélélé ho ham ham ho ham
These are joyful and expressive vocalizations that add to the celebratory mood of the song.
Lyrics © WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC FRANCE
Written by: JEAN LOUIS PIERRE HEBRAIL, ANGELIQUE KIDJO
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