Kanda Bongo Man still tours frequently in Europe and the United States. On July, 2005 he performed at the LIVE 8: Africa Calling concert in Cornwall.
Nzambe
Kanda Bongo Man Lyrics
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Nakumisayo
Na kombo ya tata
Ya mwana mpe elimo santu
Nzambe ee, Nzambe ee
Nzambe ee
Nayembela yo
Kolo yesu
Zonto bokasi
Mosala malamu
Nzambe ee, Nzambe ee
Nzambe ee
Talaka mwana nayo
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Kolo yesu
Pemisa mwana nayo
Nzela malamu
Mosala malamu
Zonto bokasi
Malady te ee
Nzambe ee, Nzambe ee
Nzambe ee
Talaka mwana nayo
Nzela malamu
Mosala malamu
Zonto bokasi
Talaka mwana nayo
Nzambe nanga
Nalelaka yo
Nasambela yo
Nzambe ee, Nzambe ee
Nzambe ee
Talaka mwana nayo
Mosala malamu
Zonto bokasi
Malady te ee,
Nzambe ee, Nzambe ee
The lyrics to Kanda Bongo Man's song "Nzambe" express a deep sense of devotion and gratitude towards God. "Nzambe ee" translates to "God" or "Father God" and the repetition of this phrase underscores the central theme of the song. The singer is expressing his heartfelt praise and thanksgiving to God for the blessings he has received in life.
The lyrics also mention the importance of family and the role of parents in guiding their children. "Na kombo ya tata, ya mwana mpe elimo santu" can be understood as acknowledging the wisdom and teachings passed down from the father to the child, which ultimately lead to the betterment of society. The singer is grateful for the positive influence of his father and recognizes the importance of such guidance.
The song also contains references to Jesus and the importance of following his teachings. "Kolo yesu, nzela malamu, mosala malamu" alludes to the paths of Jesus, the good road, and the good discipline. By mentioning Jesus, the lyrics emphasize the spiritual aspect of the singer's relationship with God.
Line by Line Meaning
Nzambe ee
Oh Lord
Nakumisayo
I praise you
Na kombo ya tata
With the name of the Father
Ya mwana mpe elimo santu
And the Son, and the Holy Spirit
Nzambe ee, Nzambe ee
Oh Lord, Oh Lord
Nayembela yo
I worship you
Pemisa mwana nayo
Bless your child
Kolo yesu
In the name of Jesus
Zonto bokasi
With all my heart
Mosala malamu
In righteousness
Talaka mwana nayo
Guide your child
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Free me from my sins
Nzela malamu
On the right path
Malady te ee
Without trouble
Nzambe nanga
My God
Nalelaka yo
I trust you
Nasambela yo
I pray to you
Contributed by Andrew N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@velmakadiori5363
Nzambe ee
Nakumisa yo
Nakombo ya Tata ye
Ya mwana bilei Mosantu
Nzambe, Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Nayembela yo
Belisa mwana nayo
Kolo Yesu
Nzoto Bokasi
Mosala Malamu
Nzambe, Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ndalaka mwana nayo
Limbisa masumu ma ngai
Kolo Yesu
Belisa Mwana nayo
Nzela malamu
Mosala malamu
Nzoto bokasi
Maladi te
Nzambe Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ndalaka mwana nayo
Nzela malamu
Mosala malamu
Nzoto bokasi
Talaka mwana nayo ye
Nzambe nanga ye
Nalelaka yo ye
Nasambelayo ye
Nzambe Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ndalaka mwana nayo
Mosala malamu
Nzoto Bokasi
Maladi te
Nzambe, Nzambe
@velmakadiori5363
Nzambe ee
Nakumisa yo
Nakombo ya Tata ye
Ya mwana bilei Mosantu
Nzambe, Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Nayembela yo
Belisa mwana nayo
Kolo Yesu
Nzoto Bokasi
Mosala Malamu
Nzambe, Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ndalaka mwana nayo
Limbisa masumu ma ngai
Kolo Yesu
Belisa Mwana nayo
Nzela malamu
Mosala malamu
Nzoto bokasi
Maladi te
Nzambe Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ngalaka mwana nayo
Nzela malamu
Mosala malamu
Nzoto bokasi
Talaka mwana nayo ye
Nzambe nanga ye
Nalelaka yo ye
Nasambelayo ye
Nzambe Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ndalaka mwana nayo
Mosala malamu
Nzoto Bokasi
Maladi te
Nzambe, Nzambe
@velmakadiori5363
Nzambe ee
Nakumisa yo
Nakombo ya Tata ye
Ya mwana bilei Mosantu
Nzambe, Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Nayembela yo
Belisa mwana nayo
Kolo Yesu
Nzoto Bokasi
Mosala Malamu
Nzambe, Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ndalaka mwana nayo
Limbisa masumu ma ngai
Kolo Yesu
Belisa Mwana nayo
Nzela malamu
Mosala malamu
Nzoto bokasi
Maladi te
Nzambe Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ndalaka mwana nayo
Nzela malamu
Mosala malamu
Nzoto bokasi
Talaka mwana nayo ye
Nzambe nanga ye
Nalelaka yo ye
Nasambelayo ye
Nzambe Nzambe
Nzambe ee
Ndalaka mwana nayo
Mosala malamu
Nzoto Bokasi
Maladi te
Nzambe, Nzambe
@ndeyewalydiouf2162
Et kesk sa signifit svp
@mwatungunzi8679
thanks alot
@oscarmichel403
i came all the way on youtube looking for what you have done * lyrics* thanks alot
@godlovemasamakibatandu2092
plz jesus will be with you,my mother died ten yrs ago but for this song and lyrics i feel good from tanzania dar es salaam
@giftmusa6543
Waoooo😋😋😋😋
@ernestmwanalinze2612
Daaaah aiseee nakumbuka mbali sana fresh back,nakumbuka miaka ya 1991 nilikuwa napenda kusikiliza taarifa za habari kupitia idhaa ya kiswahili yaa radio chanel afrika ya afrika kusini.Watangazaji walikuwa wanazicheza sana hizi nyimbo za kanda bongo man,nzambe,mchana,sana, my love elizabeth....leo hii 2september 2020 nausikiliza umenikumbusha matukio ya mwaka 1991
@fatmatakamara7769
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@jumamganga5136
Mie naukumbuka,1991,nimetoka ktk interview ya barabara,chalinze-segera-tanga,nikaambiwa nimefeli,jioni yake nausikia bar ya pendeza,ulikuwa Kama unanifariji,maneno yake,vyombo nk,Hadi nililia,mungu si athumani,kesho yake nikaitwa na wazungu,kumbe ulikuwa unafiki wa wa tz wenzangu,nikaingia kazini Kama building and structure technician in charge,daaahh,sijui Yuko hai kandabongoman?
@calvinoire8583
This is my best song from the legend himself oooh nooo the beats in Kenya we say ni moto meaning fireeeeeeeww❤❤❤❤