Born in Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo to a Congolese mother and Ghanaian father, Koffi grew up in Kinshasa.
He went to France to study, while in Paris, he began playing the guitar and writing songs. On his return to Congo he was a member of Viva la Musica, Papa Wemba's band. Koffi repopularized the slower style of soukous, which had fallen out of fashion. He dubbed this style Tcha Tcho, and it gained popularity outside Congo. Koffi's music can be quite controversial, taking on current events and topics considered taboo in some conservative societies. He has also participated in the salsa music project Africando.
Chemin De La Vie
Koffi Olomide Lyrics
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Po na bonga na la vie, po nga pe ba ndimaka nga
Ba tika koseka ka nga eh, po na bonga na mokili
Po nga mpe ba ndimaka nga lokola baninga eh
Nga na sala nini vraiment? Nga na sala nini penza?
Po na bonga na la vie, po nga pe ba ndimaka nga
Ba tika koseka ka nga eh, po na bonga na mokili
Moyen moko soki ezali, nzela moko soki ezalaka
Oyo moto alandaka po abonga, lakisa nga yango, Yahweh
Paladon, ata na ndoto, ata na ndoto oh-oh
Moyen moko soki ezali, nzela moko soki ezalaka
Oyo moto alandaka po abonga, lakisa nga yango, Yahweh
Paladon, ata na ndoto, ata na ndoto ah...
Limbisa masumu ma nga, mabé na nga natubeli eh
Nzela na nga soki ba kanga eh, étoile na nga soki ba bebisa
Na bondoki to na ba jeux, fungola nga na kendé liboso
Liboso...
Moyen moko soki ezali, nzela moko soki ezalaka
Oyo moto alandaka po abonga, lakisanga yango, Yahweh
Paladon, ata na ndoto, ata na ndoto
Limbisa masumu ma nga, mabé na nga natubeli eh
Nzela na nga soki ba kanga eh, étoile na nga soki ba bebisa
Na bondoki to na ba jeux, fungola nga na kendé liboso
Liboso oh...
Tango nazalaki mwana moké na ba mbula zomi na ndambo
Moto soki aza na 25 ans, nazalaki komona yé mpaka
Lelo nga ba mvula ekomi ébélé, eloko moko té, kaka boyé
Na komi kobota, na bali eh, Joniko ayé, ndéngé moko
Saint James pe ayé, ndengé moko
Nga mwana maman nako suka wapi?
Yema wulé, ah nga yema wulé
Yema wulé, ah nga yema wulé
Na lela papa, nga na lela papa
Na lela yaya, nga na lela Chimène
Ah nga motéma maman, ah nga mabanzo yeh
Nga témoin ya maman Annie
Nga mwana ma Nzumba, naleka matondo
Nasalaka na boboto, na motéma mpe étape moko
Eloko kombo zuwa, nayebi té
Likunia Nzambe apima ngai, po nalela ka té
Po nayebi Nzambe akopona nga na tango na nga
Yema wulé, ah nga yema wulé
Yema wulé, ah nga yema wulé
Na lela mama, nga na lela mama Annie
Na lela Didi, nga na lela Mopao
Na lela Bébé, nga lela le Coeur
Na lela maman, nga nalela maman Nzumba
Na lela Bébé, nga na lela Mopao
Nalela yaya... Merci
The song "Chemin de Vie" by Koffi Olomidé is a reflection on the challenges of life and the meaning of existence. The lyrics pose a series of questions about the purpose of life and the individual's role in it. The repetition of the phrase "Nga na sala nini vraiment? Nga na sala nini penza?" emphasizes the existential confusion and searching that the singer is experiencing. The singer also contemplates the nature of success and happiness, acknowledging that others may laugh at him but he is content with the path he has chosen.
In the second verse, Olomidé references a higher power with the phrase "Paladon, ata na ndoto" which translates to "Lord, in my dreams." He speaks of longing for guidance and prayerful reflection to clarify his mission in life. The song ends with a list of people who are significant to the singer and expressing gratitude toward them.
Overall, "Chemin de Vie" is a thoughtful and introspective work that explores the complexities of human experience and the underlying search for meaning and purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
Nga na sala nini vraiment? Nga na sala nini penza?
What am I really doing? What am I thinking?
Po na bonga na la vie, po nga pe ba ndimaka nga
I give thanks for life, but I still feel dissatisfied
Ba tika koseka ka nga eh, po na bonga na mokili
They may laugh at me, but I give thanks for the world
Po nga mpe ba ndimaka nga lokola baninga eh
But I still feel like something is missing
Moyen moko soki ezali, nzela moko soki ezalaka
If there is a way, there is a path
Oyo moto alandaka po abonga, lakisa nga yango, Yahweh
Whatever the situation, help me deal with it, Lord
Paladon, ata na ndoto, ata na ndoto oh-oh
Help me achieve my dreams, oh-oh
Limbisa masumu ma nga, mabe na nga natubeli eh
Remove the obstacles in my life, so I can move forward
Nzela na nga soki ba kanga eh, etoile na nga soki ba bebisa
If they reject me, my star will still shine
Na bondoki to na ba jeux, fungola nga na kende liboso
Even with challenges and games, guide me to my destination
Liboso...
Tango nazalaki mwana moke na ba mbula zomi na ndambo
When I was a young child with dreams and ambitions
Moto soki aza na 25 ans, nazalaki komona ye mpaka
When I was 25, I thought I had seen it all
Lelo nga ba mvula ekomi ebele, eloko moko te, kaka boye
But now, years later, it's clear the journey was just beginning
Na komi kobota, na bali eh, Joniko aye, ndenge moko
I've faced hardships and trials, like Joniko and others
Saint James pe aye, ndenge moko
And even with fame and fortune, the struggles continue
Nga mwana maman nako suka wapi?
Where will I find my mother's child?
Yema wule, ah nga yema wule
Come here, my child, come here
Na lela papa, nga na lela papa
I miss my father, I miss my father
Na lela yaya, nga na lela Chimene
I miss my grandma, I miss Chimene
Ah nga motema maman, ah nga mabanzo yeh
Oh, my mother's heart, oh, my condolences
Nga temoin ya maman Annie
As a witness to mama Annie
Nga mwana ma Nzumba, naleka matondo
As a child of Nzumba, I offer my condolences
Nasalaka na boboto, na motema mpe etape moko
I search for peace and comfort in my heart, in this stage of life
Eloko kombo zuwa, nayebi te
This journey is long, and I don't know where it leads
Likunia Nzambe apima ngai, po nalela ka te
May God forgive me, as I continue to miss you
Po nayebi Nzambe akopona nga na tango na nga
But I know God will heal me in due time
Na lela mama, nga nalela maman Nzumba
I miss my mother, I miss maman Nzumba
Nalela Bebe, nga na lela Mopao
I miss Bebe, I miss Mopao
Nalela yaya... Merci
I miss Chimene... Thank you
Writer(s): Koffi Olomide
Contributed by Carter T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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I am lying down and thinking of you now
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My eggplant, Blaise Mawengue
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Even if the days go by, I will never get tired of waiting for you
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Why do you keep playing with my eggplant, my dear?
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You are the apple of my eyes, sweetheart
Where can I take you to show my love? Any suggestions?
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God is on my side
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If counting the times I've loved you is counting
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People are normal but I always seem to have a C-section
My darling, tell me
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Stop playing with my eggplant
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The goat said he smelled bad and never took a bath
The ant said he tasted sour
The mouse said he was too skinny and never ate enough
My love, it's time to share
My love is good
It looks like you are calling out for help, and everyone hears
The shoes I have are like old, worn-out tires
Corn is my favourite thing to eat, but it's expensive
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