Àfrica
L.U.S.T Lyrics
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Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
They took us from our land
And tried to take away
Our heritage
But you must understand
We know just where it is
It’s in the rum bump bump and a rum pum of my drum
It’s in my body
It’s in the way this skin glow
It’s in the rhythm that my feet go
Every time I hear the
2 and 4 on the bongos
It’s in the rum bump bump and a rum pum of my drum
Must be from Africa
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
This is called an
African Talking Drum
Can you hear what it’s saying?
If you take a look at history
This all started with the likes of me
Kissed by the sun
But yet freedom has to be won
It’s in the rum bump bump and a rum pum of my drum
It’s in my music
It’s in the way this skin glow
It’s in the way that I wear clothes
I set the trends and you follow
It’s in the rum bump bump and a rum pum of my drum
It must be from Africa
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Sing oh, children
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
We are all one blood
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Si Si Ni Africa, Si Si Ni Africa, Si Si Ni Africa, Si Si Ni Africa
Oh
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Call it up! Call it up!
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Victory
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
Victory
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
It's all mine, its all yours
It's ours
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
Ooo wah ya ya
It must be Africa!
The lyrics to L.U.S.T's song "Africa" speaks about the pride and greatness of the African heritage despite the attempts of those who took Africans from their lands and tried to erase their culture. The song conveys a message of resilience, cultural preservation, and triumph over adversity. The repetitive chanting of "Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya" in between the verses sounds like a tribal chant, adding to the African vibe of the song.
The first verse emphasizes the importance of the African rhythm that is embedded in the continent's culture. It points out that even though they were taken from their land, their heritage remains with them. The second verse talks about the African Talking Drum and how it speaks about the history of the continent. The drum's message is about the struggles and challenges that the African people have faced throughout history.
The chorus sings about the unity of all people with African heritage, regardless of where they are now living. The song ends with a victorious call to "It must be Africa" and a declaration that the continent's heritage belongs to all people.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooo wah ya ooo wah ya ya
This line is simply a repetition of a catchphrase in the song for emphasis and to make it catchy.
They took us from our land
They forcibly relocated us from Africa and separated us from our cultural heritage and identity.
And tried to take away
They attempted to erase our traditions, beliefs, and practices, and make us conform to their way of life.
Our heritage
Our cultural legacy, history, and traditions that we inherited from our ancestors.
But you must understand
The listener needs to comprehend the significance and value of our African culture and its contribution to the world.
We know just where it is
We are aware of the root and essence of our cultural heritage, despite the efforts of others to eradicate it.
It's in the rum bump bump and a rum pum of my drum
The rhythm, beat, and sound of our music and dance are essential components of our culture that reflect our identity and shared experiences.
It's in my body
Our cultural essence and expression are ingrained in our being, and we embody them wherever we go.
It's in the way this skin glow
Our skin tone, texture, and beauty are distinctive features that reflect our African origin and cultural diversity.
It's in the rhythm that my feet go
Our music and dance are intertwined, and we express our soulful rhythm and emotions through our bodies and feet.
Every time I hear the 2 and 4 on the bongos
The signature beat and rhythm of the bongos are emblematic of our music and culture and evoke feelings of joy, passion, and unity.
Must be from Africa
This catchy phrase emphasizes the universal influence and appeal of our African culture and its impact on world music and dance.
This is called an African Talking Drum
The African talking drum is a traditional instrument that produces a distinctive sound that imitates the human voice and is used for communication and entertainment.
Can you hear what it's saying?
The talking drum has a unique language and tone that can convey messages, emotions, and stories, and the listener needs to appreciate its significance.
If you take a look at history
A reference to the long and rich history of Africa, its kingdoms, empires, traditions, and struggles, and how they shaped our identity and culture.
This all started with the likes of me
An acknowledgment of the pivotal role that Africans played in shaping human civilization, innovations, and cultures, that have inspired and influenced the world over time.
Kissed by the sun
A metaphor for the warmth, light, and energy of the African sun that is believed to have blessed and endowed Africans with resilience, strength, and beauty.
But yet freedom has to be won
A recognition that despite Africa's many achievements, it is still grappling with challenges that threaten its freedom, dignity, and development, and needs to continue to fight for justice and equality.
It's in my music
A continuation of the theme that our music and dance are integral aspects of our culture that embody our history, identity, and experiences.
It's in the way this skin glow
An affirmation that our beauty, resilience, and identity radiate from our African skin tone, texture, and features.
It's in the way that I wear clothes
The attire, fashion, and style of Africans are creative, colorful, and expressive and reflect our cultural diversity, tradition, and creativity.
I set the trends and you follow
A boastful claim that African culture and fashion have influenced and inspired global trends, and people around the world emulate our style and creativity.
Si Si Ni Africa, Si Si Ni Africa, Si Si Ni Africa, Si Si Ni Africa
A phrase in Swahili that means 'Yes, it is Africa,' reaffirming the central message of the song that Africa is the source, inspiration, and embodiment of our culture and identity.
Sing oh, children
An invitation to celebrate and rejoice in our African culture and heritage through song, dance, and music.
We are all one blood
A unifying message that despite our diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities, we all belong to the human race, and our blood unites us in our common humanity.
Call it up! Call it up!
A call to action to summon our collective strength, power, and spirit, and celebrate our African culture and identity with pride and dignity.
Victory
A proclamation of triumph, joy, and liberation, and a declaration of hope and resilience for the future.
It's all mine, its all yours, It's ours
An inclusive message of ownership, sharing, and belongingness to our African culture, heritage, and identity.
It must be Africa!
A final affirmation of the song's core message, that Africa is the source, origin, and embodiment of our culture, music, and identity.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: L'Marco Smith
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