Baselombo
Lokua Kanza Lyrics


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Mokano na ye esalama oh oh
Mokonzi ya bakonzi
Nionso awa na se

Baselombo

Mokonzi ya bakonzi
Nkolo na nga




Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song Baselombo by Lokua Kanza are in Lingala language and reflect on themes of spirituality and faith. The opening lines "Mokano na ye esalama oh oh" translates to "His peace is always with us oh oh," referring to the peace of God that is always present, even in difficult times. The next line "Mokonzi ya bakonzi" means "the King of kings" emphasizing the powerful divine presence that the song is referring to. The refrain "Nkolo na nga Baselombo" means "My Lord Baselombo," which is a nickname for the Christian God.


The song speaks of the comfort and security that comes with having a strong faith in God, and the lyrics suggest that the singer and their community can rely on God's protection and guidance in all situations. The repetition of the phrases "Mokano na ye esalama oh oh" and "Mokonzi ya bakonzi" uses a call-and-response pattern that is common in African music and enhances the spiritual and communal aspect of the song.


Line by Line Meaning

Mokano na ye esalama oh oh
Her beauty radiates and brings peace to my soul


Mokonzi ya bakonzi
She is the queen of all queens


Nionso awa na se
Everything is at her feet


Baselombo
She is like a precious diamond that can never be replaced


Mokonzi ya bakonzi
She is the queen of all queens


Nkolo na nga
She is my goddess




Writer(s): KANZA LOKUA

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