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.
Logique
Koffi Olomide Lyrics
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Likaku likolo ya nzete
Bakosalelaka ye mosaka te
Soki nanu ozui ye te
ce n'est pas possible
likaku likolo ya nzete
est ce que yobala nga
est ce yobala nga beya zodeguem
est ce que yopesa mbongo epa na biso
est ce que ba parents na nga
basi baliya mbongo na yo
luka obala nga ebongo o diriger nga, nga beya zodeguem
Hein nga nabo naboyi eh
nga beya zodeguem eh
bolingo okomemela nga
est ce qu'eza y'abonnement
bolingo ya recharge
wana nga naboyi eh
naboyi eyiye
est ce que yobala nga
est ce yobala nga aaa beya zodeguem
est ce que yopesa mbongo epa na biso
est ce que ba parents na nga
basi baliya mbongo na yo
luka obala nga ebongo o commander nga
Likaku likolo ya nzete
Bakosalelaka ye mosaka te
Soki nanu ozui ye te
Beya zodeguem
likaku likolo ya nzete
bakosalelaka ye mosaka te
soki nanu ozui ye te
Beya zodeguem
Logique eloba
mwasi abalana na mobali eh
Logique eloba
babota basala libota
Logique eloba
mwasi apesa mobali lokumu eh
kasi na ndako
mwasi azali te mowumbu
Logique eloba
mobali asalela mwasi
mwasi akufa te nzala
akota pe te ba mpiaka eh
Logique eloba boye beya zodeguem
Ya yo na nga
tozokenda contre l'orde des choses
Logique eloba
mobali aza mokonzi ya famille
kasi na ndako
mwasi aza commandant en chef
ndaku ya libala ata mobali atonda ba million
soki à l'aise pe confiance ezali te oh
Moto ako preferer a souffrir
kasi na liberté eee
Nzoka oyebaki oza no mbinzo ooo
Un jour okobota mapapu pe okopimbwa
pe okobengama no peke peke eh
hein hein hein hein hein
heinnnnnnnnnnnnnn
The lyrics to Koffi Olomidé's song "Logique" talk about a man who is questioning the motives and actions of those around him. He wonders why people try to deceive him, asking if they are trying to steal from him or if they truly care about him. He also talks about the differences between men and women, with the woman being the caretaker of the family while the man is the leader.
In the chorus, Koffi Olomidé sings about "logique," which can be translated to "logic." He questions the logic of societal norms and expectations, asking why things have to be a certain way. He also talks about the importance of freedom and not settling for a life of suffering.
The song is a commentary on the struggles and complexities of Congolese society, with Koffi Olomidé using his lyrics to shed light on the issues facing the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is a powerful message of resilience and defiance against those who would seek to oppress them.
Line by Line Meaning
Hé kaka nzoto na nga kaka nzoto na nga kaka... Bala pe nga te
Hey, my body is hurting, it's really hurting... Help me out.
Likaku likolo ya nzete Bakosalelaka ye mosaka te Soki nanu ozui ye te ce n'est pas possible
The key to the padlock is missing, they don't have it, if you don't know about it, it's impossible.
est ce que yobala nga est ce yobala nga beya zodeguem est ce que yopesa mbongo epa na biso est ce que ba parents na nga basi baliya mbongo na yo luka obala nga ebongo o diriger nga, nga beya zodeguem
Do you have my balance? You have it, give it back. Did you give money to my parents? If they didn't receive it, show me where you sent it, I'm watching you.
Hein nga nabo naboyi eh nga beya zodeguem eh bolingo okomemela nga est ce qu'eza y'abonnement bolingo ya recharge wana nga naboyi eh naboyi eyiye
Hey, what are you hiding? You're being watched. Love is expensive, is it a subscription or a recharge? Hey, what are you hiding? Tell me everything.
likaku likolo ya nzete bakosalelaka ye mosaka te soki nanu ozui ye te Beya zodeguem
The key to the padlock is missing, they don't have it, if you don't know about it, it's impossible.
Logique eloba mwasi abalana na mobali eh
Logic says that a woman should be equals with a man.
Logique eloba babota basala libota
Logic says that those who work hard will succeed.
Logique eloba mwasi apesa mobali lokumu eh
Logic says that a woman gives life to a man.
kasi na ndako mwasi azali te mowumbu
But at home, a woman shouldn't be a doormat.
Logique eloba mobali asalela mwasi mwasi akufa te nzala akota pe te ba mpiaka eh
Logic says that a man should take care of his woman, so that she won't die of hunger or suffer.
Logique eloba boye beya zodeguem Ya yo na nga tozokenda contre l'orde des choses
Logic says we should stand up against the order of things. We will fight together against injustice.
Logique eloba mobali aza mokonzi ya famille kasi na ndako mwasi aza commandant en chef
Logic says that a man is the head of the family, but at home, a woman is the commander in chief.
ndaku ya libala ata mobali atonda ba million soki à l'aise pe confiance ezali te oh Moto ako preferer a souffrir kasi na liberté eee
A big house and millions may be tempting, but if you don't have peace or confidence, you would prefer to suffer rather than lose your freedom.
Nzoka oyebaki oza no mbinzo ooo Un jour okobota mapapu pe okopimbwa pe okobengama no peke peke eh hein hein hein hein hein heinnnnnnnnnnnnnn
The snake that you're holding might become a stick one day. One day, you'll be caught, thrown in jail, and there won't be anyone to help you. Hey, hey, hey!
Writer(s): koffi olomide
Contributed by Austin O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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