Samba Alla
Diogal Lyrics


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Anna wa kër gii()
Sàmba allar geesu warnala
Gni nga baayi kaw nga
Gno gni xol si yaw
Anna wa kër gii(6)
Sàmba allar geesu warnala
Gni gna baayi kaw nga
Gno gni xol si yaw




Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Diogal's song Samba Alla are in Wolof, a language spoken in Senegal, Gambia, and Mauritania. The song describes a joyful dance called Samba Alla that brings people together. The first line Anna wa kër gii means "Come and see." The second line Sàmba allar geesu warnala means "Samba Alla is the reason for the dance." The third line Gni nga baayi kaw nga means "Come and join us." The fourth line Gno gni xol si yaw means "Let's all dance together." The chorus is repeated with a slight variation in the sixth line where Anna wa kër gii(6) means "Come and see (again)."


The song is about celebrating life and finding joy in the simple things like music and dance. It is an invitation to join together in unity and dance away one's troubles. The repetitive nature of the lyrics is intentional as it creates a sense of community and togetherness. The use of the Wolof language adds cultural authenticity to the song and showcases the beauty of African languages.


Line by Line Meaning

Anna wa kër gii()
Come and see for yourself


Sàmba allar geesu warnala
Samba Alla, the ancestor, is watching us


Gni nga baayi kaw nga
What are you waiting for?


Gno gni xol si yaw
Don't stay there doing nothing


Anna wa kër gii(6)
Come and see it for yourself (repetition for emphasis)


Sàmba allar geesu warnala
Samba Alla, the ancestor, is watching us


Gni gna baayi kaw nga
What are you waiting for?


Gno gni xol si yaw
Don't stay there doing nothing




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