He has… Read Full Bio ↴Ballaké Sissoko (b. 1968), is a noted kora player, from Mali.
He has worked with many notable artists, including: Toumani Diabaté and Taj Mahal. Ballaké's father, Djelimady Sissoko, was a great kora master.
Kadidja
Ballaké Sissoko Lyrics
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Notè mousso teke somaye
Nana mousso debè soma wolo
Notè mousso teke somaye
Sisè be djimi nana Kadidja ye naye
Sisè be djimi nana Kadidja ye naye
Imi fèmiye barolla yalunge soro kele kele
Imi fèmiye barolla lomumbe soro kele kele
Nana Kadidja allaye ni kiye oh Kadidja
Nana Kadidja kilaye ni kiye oh Kadidja
Nana mousso debè soma wolo
Notè mousso teke somaye
Si sona djimi nana Kadidja ye naye
Sokona djimi nana Kadidja ye naye
Eminiye barolla yamumbe soro kele kele
Fèmiye barolla yalunge soro kele kele
Nana Kadidja allaye ni kiye oh Kadidja
Nana Kadidja kilaye ni kiye oh Kadidja
Nana mousso debè soma wolo
Notè mousso teke somaye
In Ballaké Sissoko's song "Kadidja," the lyrics are in the Bambara language and tell the story of a woman named Kadidja. The opening lines, "Nana mousso debè soma wolo, Notè mousso teke somaye," can be translated to "The woman who was gifted with beauty has gone far away, The woman who was worthy of praise has joined her." These lines highlight the beauty and worthiness of Kadidja, alluding to her departure or passing.
The chorus, "Nana Kadidja allaye ni kiye oh Kadidja, Nana Kadidja kilaye ni kiye oh Kadidja," can be translated to "Mother Kadidja, where are you going oh Kadidja, Mother Kadidja, where are you taking us oh Kadidja." Here, the song addresses Kadidja directly, questioning her destination and expressing the listeners' desire to be led by her.
The repetition of the lines "Si sona djimi nana Kadidja ye naye, Sokona djimi nana Kadidja ye naye" can be translated to "The strong woman Kadidja is here, The brave woman Kadidja is here," further emphasizing Kadidja's strength and bravery.
Overall, "Kadidja" is a tribute to a remarkable woman named Kadidja, highlighting her beauty, worthiness, strength, and bravery. The lyrics evoke a sense of admiration and longing, as well as a desire to follow in Kadidja's footsteps.
Line by Line Meaning
Nana mousso debè soma wolo
The beautiful lady with a graceful walk
Notè mousso teke somaye
The elegant lady with a mesmerizing voice
Nana mousso debè soma wolo
The beautiful lady with a graceful walk
Notè mousso teke somaye
The elegant lady with a mesmerizing voice
Sisè be djimi nana Kadidja ye naye
She is like a precious gem, this lady Kadidja
Sisè be djimi nana Kadidja ye naye
She is like a precious gem, this lady Kadidja
Imi fèmiye barolla yalunge soro kele kele
She plays the kora with skill and agility
Imi fèmiye barolla lomumbe soro kele kele
She plays the kora with enchanting melodies
Nana Kadidja allaye ni kiye oh Kadidja
Oh Kadidja, the beloved lady
Nana Kadidja kilaye ni kiye oh Kadidja
Oh Kadidja, the admirable lady
Nana mousso debè soma wolo
The beautiful lady with a graceful walk
Notè mousso teke somaye
The elegant lady with a mesmerizing voice
Si sona djimi nana Kadidja ye naye
She is like a precious gem, this lady Kadidja
Sokona djimi nana Kadidja ye naye
She is like a precious gem, this lady Kadidja
Eminiye barolla yamumbe soro kele kele
She plays the kora with enchanting rhythms
Fèmiye barolla yalunge soro kele kele
She plays the kora with skill and elegance
Nana Kadidja allaye ni kiye oh Kadidja
Oh Kadidja, the beloved lady
Nana Kadidja kilaye ni kiye oh Kadidja
Oh Kadidja, the admirable lady
Nana mousso debè soma wolo
The beautiful lady with a graceful walk
Notè mousso teke somaye
The elegant lady with a mesmerizing voice
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ballaké Sissoko
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Bergsonnebien
Ne vous arrêtez jamais...sinon, on va tomber ! Grand merci 🙏🦋
elise descotte
Album incroyable, spécial coup de cœur pour cette chanson pleine de douceur.
Louis Tavernier
Merci pour ce voyage harmonique! Super duo.
Ismaeil
Titre que j’ai découvert en écoutant un podcast « les pieds sur terre ». Les mélodies sont si apaisantes…sublime!
Chris Essoh
Merci infiniment ❤
Marielle Le Bezvoet
Superbe ! Je découvre la Kora et ses sonorités envoutantes
Tatjana
I love it … :‘) love from Germany.
May someone translate it for me please~?
Thieum Da
Ah la la...que dire quand on reste sans voix !? 😃🎶♥️♥️♥️🙏👍🙏♥️♥️♥️🎶💫
Derya Demiroglu
So beautiful... İs there anyone who can share or translate lyrics?
Paul
Heard for first time today on BBC Radio 'Night Tracks'. Beautiful.