Mbemba lyo
Charlotte Mbango Lyrics
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O senga maléa éh
(O senga maléa a muna ooh)
O senga maléa éh
O senga maléa éh
(O senga maléa a muna ooh)
Békwadi ba wèngè éé
Bé titi ba lèkè bwanga éé
Man mabola ma nini pond′a
Ma titi ma lèkè bwanga éé
(O senga maléa a muna ooh)
O senga maléa éh
O senga maléa éh
(O senga maléa a muna ooh)
O senga maléa éh
O senga maléa éh
(O senga maléa a muna ooh)
Na lo tè kè sôngômè la bunya tè lé nde muka
Mba mô na bèn nde lami lambo
Na ma baisè nô tétè éé
Tô ébè nde ponda bobé
Nde e wèlè mba dama o nyingo
Na ma baisè nde nu sango
Na mô a senganè tô mba na éé
Maboa ma bobé
Ma sambé tô mba éé
Békwadi ba nginya
Pè bé katé tô mba éé nâlé
(Maboa ma bobé)
(Ma sambé tô mba éé)
(Békwadi ba nginya)
(Pè bé katé tô mba éé nâlé)
Maboa ma bobé
Ma sambé tô mba éé
Békwadi ba nginya
Pè bé katé tô mba éé nâlé
(Maboa ma bobé)
(Ma sambé tô mba éé)
(Békwadi ba nginya)
(Pè bé katé tô mba éé nâlé)
Tô mutowa mwa ndedi nde
Mu pèlè tô mba éé
Mu tèsè tô mba o duala
Nâ mba na simsè muléma éé nâlé
(Maboa ma bobé)
(Ma sambé tô mba éé)
(Békwadi ba nginya)
(Pè bé katé tô mba éé nâlé)
Maboa ma bobé
Ma sambé tô mba éé
Békwadi ba nginya
Pè bé katé tô mba éé nâlé
(Maboa ma bobé)
Iyo mba éh
(Ma sambé tô mba éh)
Mo éh na
(Békwadi ba nginya)
(Pè bé katé tô mba éé nâlé)
Wé a muna, muna wé
A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na
Na nyimèlè ngôn'a duala
Na dina mô é wè éé
A muna, muna wé
A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na
Na nyimèlè ngôn′a duala
Na dina mô é wè éé
(A muna, muna wé)
(A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na)
(Na nyimèlè ngôn'a duala)
(Na dina mô é wè éé)
(A muna, muna wé)
(A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na)
(Na nyimèlè ngôn'a duala)
(Na dina mô é wè éé)
Wé muna, muna oh
A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na
Na nyimèlè ngôn′a duala
Na dina mô é wè éé
A muna, muna wé
A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na
Na nyimèlè ngôn′a duala
Na dina mô é wè éé
(A muna, muna wé)
(A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na)
(Na nyimèlè ngôn'a duala)
(Na dina mô é wè éé)
(A muna, muna wé)
(A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na)
(Na nyimèlè ngôn′a duala)
(Na dina mô é wè éé)
Binyô langwéa tè mba
Binyô wandéa mba nyam muto
Na mô a lôké tô mba éé na wô
Na wô nâ muna mumi mô a mala sô éé ayi nanganè éé
Yo na bwa nyolo éé
Iiiih a mun'am yo
(Iiiih iihh a muna oohéé)
(A muna njé o bolanè nô mba na)
(Na nyimèlè ngôn′a duala)
(Na dina mô é wè éé)
(A muna, muna wé)
(A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na)
(Na nyimèlè ngôn'a duala)
(Na dina mô é wè éé)
Ô titina o lôkô mba
Tô lo bwéa nde mba njonji éé
Moni paki bondènè éé
Na min misima ma longè mi katé mba éé na kasi éé ooh
Nde mbalè na bwa nyolo éé
Wé a mun′am yo
(Iihh iiih a muna oohéé)
(A muna njé o bolanè nô mba na)
(Na nyimèlè ngôn'a duala)
(Na dina mô é wè éé)
(A muna, muna wé)
(A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na)
(Na nyimèlè ngôn'a duala)
(Na dina mô é wè éé)
The song "Mbemba Lyo" by Charlotte Mbango is sung in Duala, a Cameroonian language. The lyrics express emotions, desires, and experiences through repetitive phrases and traditional cultural references.
The repeated phrase "O senga maléa éh" can be interpreted as a call or chant for unity and togetherness. It is a rallying cry for people to come together and support each other. The repetition emphasizes the importance of unity and solidarity within the community.
The verse "Na lo tè kè sôngômè la bunya tè lé nde muka" speaks about the singer's connection to their roots and heritage. They express a desire to remain true to their cultural identity and to preserve their traditions. The use of the term "muka" suggests a strong bond with their ancestors and the importance of honoring their legacy.
The phrase "Maboa ma bobé, Ma sambé tô mba éé" can be interpreted as a reflection on the challenges and struggles of life. "Maboa ma bobé" refers to difficult situations or hardships, while "Ma sambé tô mba éé" implies the need to overcome those challenges and move forward. It conveys a message of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
The repetition of the phrase "A muna, muna wé" throughout the song creates a sense of affirmation and empowerment. It can be understood as an acknowledgment of one's inner strength and self-worth. The lyrics encourage individuals to embrace their true selves and stand tall in their identity.
Overall, "Mbemba Lyo" celebrates unity, cultural pride, resilience, and inner strength. It serves as a reminder to stay connected to one's roots, overcome challenges, and embrace one's true self.
Line by Line Meaning
O senga maléa éh
Oh, I feel so lost
Békwadi ba wèngè éé
The voices are calling
Man mabola ma nini pond′a
My heart is heavy like a stone
O senga maléa éh
Oh, I feel so lost
O senga maléa éh
Oh, I feel so lost
Na lo tè kè sôngômè la bunya tè lé nde muka
In this world of darkness, I search for light
Mba mô na bèn nde lami lambo
But all I find are shadows
Na ma baisè nô tétè éé
I long for a peaceful place
Tô ébè nde ponda bobé
Where I can rest my weary soul
Na ma baisè nde nu sango
But I am stuck in this darkness
Na mô a senganè tô mba na éé
I hear the voices calling me
Maboa ma bobé
The sorrows of my heart
Ma sambé tô mba éé
Are too heavy to bear
Békwadi ba nginya
The voices are singing
Pè bé katé tô mba éé nâlé
But I cannot understand their words
Tô mutowa mwa ndedi nde
In the darkness of night
Mu pèlè tô mba éé
I walk alone
Mu tèsè tô mba o duala
Searching for the way to Douala
Nâ mba na simsè muléma éé nâlé
But I am lost in this vast world
Wé a muna, muna wé
Oh, my soul
A muna njé mô o balanè nô mba na
Longing for a peaceful place
Na nyimèlè ngôn'a duala
To find solace in Douala
Na dina mô é wè éé
To find my true home
Binyô langwéa tè mba
I cannot speak
Binyô wandéa mba nyam muto
I cannot understand the world
Na mô a lôké tô mba éé na wô
I am lost in this chaotic world
Na wô nâ muna mumi mô a mala sô éé ayi nanganè éé
But you, my soul, guide me with your light
Yo na bwa nyolo éé
You bring me joy
Ô titina o lôkô mba
Oh, shining star
Tô lo bwéa nde mba njonji éé
You lead me through the darkness
Moni paki bondènè éé
You show me the way
Na min misima ma longè mi katé mba éé na kasi éé ooh
In your light, my fears disappear
Nde mbalè na bwa nyolo éé
And I find joy
Wé a mun'am yo
Oh, my soul
Contributed by Addison P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@michmbolingaba7310
La Grande Charlotte MBANGO!... Ta voix, ton savoir-faire musical, ... manquent terriblement à la musique africaine d'aujourd'hui. L'Afrique continue à te pleurer, dear. 😭😭😭