Kalimba
Dr. Victor (South Africa) Lyrics
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matandaooo*2
say olalalalalala oyayayayayy
oyayaya
we goin south we goin east ...
we goin north we goin south...
Come on Journey Come on have some fun,
Tryna party each and every one
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The song, Kalimba by Dr. Victor, is a rhythmic and lively tune that celebrates the African instrument, the Kalimba. The lyrics are simple yet catchy, as they repeatedly sing the phrase "Kalimba" throughout the song. The song's upbeat tempo and playful lyrics are an invitation for listeners to have some fun and enjoy the journey. The repetitive beat of the Kalimba creates a tribal and enthusiastic mood, transporting the listener to a festive and celebratory atmosphere.
The song speaks of traveling to different directions, south, east and north, urging the listener to come along and join the journey. The lyrics suggest that life is a journey, and the Kalimba is a reminder to celebrate and have fun along the way. "Matanda" is repeated in the song, which means "old" in Zulu, possibly referring to the age-old tradition of playing the Kalimba. The instrument being a part of traditional African music, and the song celebrates that tradition and its significance.
Overall, Dr. Victor's song Kalimba is a playful and rhythmic tune celebrating the Kalimba instrument and traditional African music. Its festive and energetic tone conveys the importance of enjoying the journey of life and cherishing traditions.
Line by Line Meaning
kalimba kalimbaa ooooo kalimba!...
The artist is introducing the song with the sound of the kalimba, an African instrument played with the fingers, and creating a catchy phrase to raise attention and call everyone to listen.
matandaooo*2
He repeats the word 'matandao' twice, which is a Swahili word that means 'very big' or 'huge', to give more emphasis to the beauty of the kalimba's sound and the joy it gives him.
say olalalalalala oyayayayayy
oyayaya
He chants 'olala' and 'oyaya', interchanging them to create an upbeat rhythm, inviting the listener to sing along and dance to the sound of the kalimba.
we goin south we goin east ...
we goin north we goin south...
By saying that they are going in different directions, the artist is symbolically representing the diversity and richness of African culture, which can be celebrated and enjoyed in any part of the world.
Come on Journey Come on have some fun,
Tryna party each and every one
The artist is encouraging the listener to join him in a journey of joy and celebration, promoting a message of inclusiveness and unity that transcends cultural and ethnic barriers.
Contributed by Joseph F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kenniekoita9641
its 2024....and still listening to kalimba ....love from uganda kenya😄😄😄
@pdglikuyanimichael1563
Ati uganda Kenya 😂😂😂😂
@BilalFarooq-ql6tm
Love from Pakistan .... My father went to Sierra Leone in 2002 for UN ... came back with this song and it became my childhood fav
@mattdathew2794
wow so cool, am happy it reached pakistan
@daudaconteh7144
@@mattdathew2794 it was very popular in sierra leone, all school bands played it during thanks giving including Tsoang Tsoang Tsoang and also Brenda Fassie and Shaka Bundu songs and Yvonne Chaka Chaka
@KhalidMoaLid
Wow
It's was a vibe in Sierra Leone🇸🇱
I remember when I was young
@violakabigabwa9240
Ohhhh that is sweet. I grew up in Uganda and we used to play this every party club pub and restaurant and it is still a bit. We played in our reunion great memories. Wow wow
@chernoralphajalloh9684
Wow ❤
@ReptileandAmphibianProgr-cl8pl
Kalimba
Enjoying the tune this morning live from Freetown Sierra Leone
@KIRWA_BETT
I first heard this hit in 2001 april..thanks to our south african motherland..love from kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪