"Dançando Lambada" and "Mélodie d'amour" were the next two singles and were also hit singles, although they failed to earn the same success as "Lambada". "Lambada" peaked at number 46 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. It reached number 4 in the UK Singles Chart.
The same year, the band released its first album Worldbeat which achieved worldwide success,becoming,along with Beto Barbosa, one of the legends of Brazilian lambada. At the 1990 Lo Nuestro Awards, Kaoma won two awards for Pop Group of the Year and New Pop Artist of the Year.
In 1991, Kaoma released the album Tribal-Pursuit which provided the singles "Danca Tago-Mago" and "Moço do dende".
The band disbanded in 1998 but reformed again in 2006.
Loalwa Braz (3 June 1953 – 19 January 2017)
Lambada is a dance from Pará, Brazil, of African origin. The dance became internationally popular in the 1980s, especially in Latin America and Caribbean countries. It has adopted aspects of dances such as forró, salsa, merengue, maxixe and the carimbó.
Lambada is generally a partner dance. The dancers generally dance with arched legs, with the steps being from side to side, turning or even swaying, and in its original form never front to back, with a pronounced movement of the hips. At the time when the dance became popular, short skirts for women were in fashion and men wore long trousers, and the dance has become associated with such clothing, especially for women wearing short skirts that swirl up when the woman spins around, typically revealing 90s-style thong underwear.
Lambareggae
Kaoma Lyrics
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Why I feel so good
I can't watch my body
It's driving me crazy
Lambada reggae
Just you and me
Dancing on the beach
Grooving to the beat
Lambada reggae
Ole ole, ole ola
We're gonna dance lambada reggae through the night
Ole ole, ole ola
We're gonna dance lambada reggae through the night
Dance, oh dance lambada reggae
You don't need to think about tomorrow
Dance, oh dance lambada reggae
Together with love and emotion
Stand up and do it
Forget who you are
Just wanna see you dancing
Come on, get in the scene
Lambada reggae
Sound is alright
Now you have to try
Close your eyes, you've got it
Keep cool for a while
Lambada reggae
Ole ole, ole ola
We're gonna dance lambada reggae through the night
Ole ole, ole ola
We're gonna dance lambada reggae through the night
Dance, oh dance lambada reggae
You don't need to think about tomorrow
Dance, oh dance lambada reggae
Together with love and emotion
Choose a partner, keep her close if you can
Let the feeling grow, for sure you'll do it well
Move your feet, don't be afraid
Come on, let the music blow your mind
Lambada reggae
Come into the rhythm, let your body move around
You will find a way to do it right
If you're ready, we're gonna dance it night and day
We're gonna have some fun
Lambada reggae
Ole ole, ole ola
We're gonna dance lambada reggae through the night
Ole ole, ole ola
We're gonna dance lambada reggae through the night
Ole ole, ole ola
We're gonna dance lambada reggae through the night
Lambada reggae
Ole ole, ole ola
Wanna see you dancing
Moving to the beat
Lambada reggae
Ole ole, ole ola
I can't watch my body
It's driving me crazy
Lambada reggae
The lyrics to Kaoma's song "Lambareggae" describe the feeling of letting go and fully immersing oneself in the dance, specifically the combination of the Lambada and Reggae styles. The singer expresses feeling good and being driven crazy by their own body as they dance with their partner on the beach, rolling and moving to the beat. The refrain emphasizes the pure joy of dancing without worrying about tomorrow and encourages listeners to join in the fun.
The lyrics also include instructions for the dance, such as standing up and choosing a partner to keep close, letting the music blow one's mind, and coming into the rhythm. The song highlights the importance of love and emotion in the dance, as well as the power of music to connect individuals and create a sense of community.
Overall, "Lambareggae" celebrates the freedom and happiness that can be found in dancing, particularly when accompanied by the lively beats of Lambada and Reggae music.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me tell you
The singer is about to share a personal experience.
Why I feel so good
The singer is expressing their positive emotions.
I can't watch my body
The singer is feeling so good that they are losing control of their body.
It's driving me crazy
The artist is both excited and overwhelmed by their feeling.
Lambada reggae
The music style that is causing the artist's intense feelings.
Just you and me
The singer is addressing a partner, expressing their desire to dance with them.
Dancing on the beach
The singer is setting the scene for the dance, which takes place in a tropical setting.
We're rolling and moving
The artist is describing their dance movements.
Grooving to the beat
The artist is expressing their enjoyment of the music, which is influencing their dance moves.
Ole ole, ole ola
A repeated chant, or cheer, that is part of the music.
We're gonna dance lambada reggae through the night
The singer plans to continue dancing to the music style that is giving them so much joy.
Dance, oh dance lambada reggae
The artist is urging their partner to dance with them to the music.
You don't need to think about tomorrow
The singer is urging their partner to be present and enjoy the moment, without worrying about the future.
Together with love and emotion
The singer is emphasizing the importance of dancing together with a partner, and the feelings of love and joy that dancing can bring.
Stand up and do it
The singer is urging anyone listening to join in the dance and experience the joy for themselves.
Forget who you are
The artist is suggesting that the dance can be a freeing experience, where one can let go of their usual identity and simply be in the moment.
Just wanna see you dancing
The artist is expressing their desire to see others enjoying the dance as much as they are.
Come on, get in the scene
The singer is urging listeners to become part of the dance scene and enjoy the music.
Sound is alright
The singer is expressing their satisfaction with the music.
Now you have to try
The artist is encouraging others to give the dance a chance and see if they too can feel the joy it brings.
Close your eyes, you've got it
The artist is suggesting that the dance can be an immersive experience where one can close their eyes and fully experience the music and movement.
Keep cool for a while
The artist is suggesting that while the dance can be intense, one should also take breaks and pace themselves.
Choose a partner, keep her close if you can
The singer is emphasizing the importance of dancing with a partner, and encouraging listeners to find someone to dance with.
Let the feeling grow, for sure you'll do it well
The artist is suggesting that with practice, listeners can improve their dancing and enjoy the feeling even more.
Move your feet, don't be afraid
The singer is encouraging listeners to let loose and not worry about looking silly or making mistakes.
Come on, let the music blow your mind
The singer is urging listeners to fully immerse themselves in the music and experience its impact on their mind and emotions.
Come into the rhythm, let your body move around
The singer is encouraging listeners to let go of any self-consciousness and allow themselves to be fully immersed in the rhythm of the music.
You will find a way to do it right
The artist is suggesting that there is no right or wrong way to dance, and listeners should trust their instincts and find their own way of enjoying the music.
If you're ready, we're gonna dance it night and day
The artist is inviting listeners to join them in dancing to the music, both day and night.
We're gonna have some fun
The singer is expressing their belief that dancing to the music will be an enjoyable and fun experience for all involved.
Contributed by Grayson A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joao Paulo Roberto Da silva
Eu quero ver, você balançar
Meu bem me carregue
Me ensine à dançar
Lambada reggae
Eu quero ver, você balançar
Meu bem me carregue
Me ensine à dançar
Lambada reggae
Ôlê ôlê, ôlê ôlá
Agora lambada reggae eu vou dançar
Ôlê ôlê, ôlê ôlá
Agora lambada reggae eu vou dançar
Danço danço lamba reggae
Espanto esse mal que me persegue
Com muita paz no coração
Fazendo amor com emoção
❤❤🌸❤❤
Joao Paulo Roberto Da silva
Eu quero ver, você balançar
Meu bem me carregue
Me ensine à dançar
Lambada reggae
Eu quero ver, você balançar
Meu bem me carregue
Me ensine à dançar
Lambada reggae
Ôlê ôlê, ôlê ôlá
Agora lambada reggae eu vou dançar
Ôlê ôlê, ôlê ôlá
Agora lambada reggae eu vou dançar
Danço danço lamba reggae
Espanto esse mal que me persegue
Com muita paz no coração
Fazendo amor com emoção
❤❤🌸❤❤
Valter almeida pereira
NÃO POSSO MENTIR... TENHO MUITAS SDS DESTA ÉPOCA... SE É LOKO...
Victor Duarte
Genial!!! casi lloreeeeee....Que tiempos aquellos!!
Thiago Pereira
gosto muito deles
Luis Cunha
que recuerdos de aquellos años!😍😍😍
Mohamed Salim
Gosto Muito Deles
Mohamed Salim
Adoroo
Leonor Freitas
Adoro
Crisha Rebello
I love the lambada cassette more than any other song.
Beti Arechiga
wow!