Started in december 2018 with an EP "Global Citizen". On the first single " E-Lo " you can here the voice of Chris Martin.
It's a dance track with traces of World Music.
01 Stargate: “Rise Up” [ft. Nelson Mandela]
02 Los Unidades / Pharrell Williams: “E-Lo” [ft. Jozzy]
03 Cassper Nyovest / Los Unidades : “Timbuktu” [ft. Stormzy and Jess Kent]
04 Stargate / Los Unidades: “Voodoo” [ft. Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, Danny Ocean and David Guetta]
E-Lo
Los Unidades Lyrics
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But when they take with the one hand and with take the other
On the day all the hands go free (hands go free)
And the sun's gonna shine
The sun's gonna shine on me
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
Mama Maria, she would take my hand (take my hand)
Down to el Rio sol
Saying, "Oye for real, hijo understand (understand)
Hands can hurt or heal so"
Tell all the people go
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
And all the people go
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
All the people go
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
And all the people go
O-lo-e-o, free hands go
Mama Maria, she would take my hand
Down to the Rio flow (ayy!)
Baxabana ogxam baxabana ngenoxoxo
Bexakwe yinuxba xaka
Tell all the people go
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
All the people go
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
Tell all the people go
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
And all the people go
O-lo-e-o, free hands go
And there's nowhere I'd rather be (rather be)
Gonna raise up one hand and raise the other
Hurt me outside, inside I'm free (inside I'm free)
And there's no enemy, everyone is my brother
When the truth comes to set me free (set me free)
And we're not gonna fall in and out with each other
On the day all the hands go free (hands go free)
Then the sun's gonna shine
The sun's gonna shine on me
Tell all the people go
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo
Lo-lo-lo
And all the people go
O-lo-e-o-lo-lo (free hands go)
Lo-lo-lo
Let-O!
And the sun's gonna shine on me
I know, one day I know
The sun's gonna shine on me
Let my hands go free
Let my hands go free
Let my hands go free
The sun's gonna shine on me
Let my hands go free
And all hands go free
When all hands go free
The sun's gonna shine on me
The lyrics to "E-Lo" by Los Unidades is an uplifting and hopeful song that talks about the freedom that comes when all hands are free. The singer takes us on a journey and reminisces his past and the lessons he learned from his mother. In the verse, "Mama Maria, she would take my hand (take my hand) Down to el Rio sol, saying "Oye for real, hijo understand (understand) Hands can hurt or heal so" the singer shows how his mother taught him that hands can either hurt or heal. The song encourages people to be free in their actions and allow others to be free, so that everyone can ultimately shine. The lyrics also talk about the day when all hands are free, and everyone is equal.
The chorus of the song is the repetition of the phrase, "O-lo-e-o-lo-lo" followed by "Lo-lo-lo," which represents the unity and freedom that the song is all about. The phrase is emotionally charged and uplifting, urging all hands to be free so that everyone can shine in their own way.
Los Unidades, which is also known as Coldplay, is a British rock band that collaborates with other artists to create music. "E-Lo" is a collaboration between Los Unidades, Pharrell Williams, and Jozzy. The song was released on November 16th,2018, and according to the artists, the song is a tribute to South African musician Nelson Mandela, and the lyrics are inspired by his words and beliefs.
Line by Line Meaning
And there's nowhere I'd rather be (rather be)
I am content with where I am in life.
But when they take with the one hand and with take the other
Sometimes people give and take away in equal measure.
On the day all the hands go free (hands go free)
Freedom is a universal goal that we should all strive for.
And the sun's gonna shine
Everything is going to be alright in the end.
The sun's gonna shine on me
I am optimistic about my future.
Mama Maria, she would take my hand (take my hand)
A maternal figure in my life showed me important lessons.
Down to el Rio sol
We went to the river for contemplation.
Saying, "Oye for real, hijo understand (understand)
Listen to me, my child, and understand the wisdom I share.
Hands can hurt or heal so"
Our actions can either cause harm or bring about healing.
Tell all the people go
Spread the message far and wide.
And all the people go
Everyone is coming together for a common purpose.
Mama Maria, she would take my hand
I still remember the important lessons of my past.
Down to the Rio flow (ayy!)
We went down to the river once again.
Baxabana ogxam baxabana ngenoxoxo
These words evoke a sense of primordial power or energy.
Bexakwe yinuxba xaka
These words may have a spiritual or cultural significance.
And there's no enemy, everyone is my brother
We should treat everyone as equals and with respect.
When the truth comes to set me free (set me free)
The truth is a powerful force in our lives.
And we're not gonna fall in and out with each other
We will maintain healthy relationships with one another.
Then the sun's gonna shine
Our collective efforts will result in positive outcomes.
Let-O!
An exclamation of joy and positivity.
I know, one day I know
I am certain about my future.
Let my hands go free
I want to be unencumbered by anything holding me back.
And all hands go free
Everyone deserves freedom and liberation.
When all hands go free
Our ultimate goal is freedom for all.
The sun's gonna shine on me
I remain optimistic and hopeful about my future.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christopher Anthony Martin, Guy Rupert Berryman, Jocelyn Adriene Donald, Jonathan Mark Buckland, Pharrell L. Williams, William Champion
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ChillYourMind
So smooth, love the vibes.
@DDD223D
ChillYourMind Yay, cool to see you here.This would be perfect to hear on your stream ;)
@maha_13
Everyone who is saying they are disappointed needs to realize that this is not a COLDPLAY song. This is a Los Unidades song. The song focuses on the significance of Nelson Mandela's (and others) struggle for freedom down in South Africa. So suck it up, you can still go listen to The Scientist or Viva La Vida. This song is beautiful and signifies African culture. It's unique and AMAZING.
@lauramessina9990
Its as simple as you said, I really dont get why it seems hard to understand for some people. I love what Chris Martin has been tirelessly doing as Global Citizen Festival curator and I love that his best friends Jon, Will and Guy joined him for this beautiful valuable project.
@maha_13
@laura messina Yess!
@laolvidada
African culture? with spanish words too
@coldplayerjoe64
well said :)
@maha_13
@la olvidada what's the problem in that?
@pbcsev97
Good bands dont make just music. They make changes in our world. They make history.
Thank you Coldplay/Los Unidades for supporting human rights from time to time.
You truly rock
@milanlorenc2726
Pablo bernal colón 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻