Tolingana
Makoma Lyrics
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Tosimana
Kati no biso
Oyo kana tozali mbota moko
Nabulibosantu
Namozoni mozoni
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana
Tolingana tosangana libota
moko
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana
ya Africa
Tolingana tosangana libota
moko
Sokibazali
To zambe na
Balabalalaka zembo zali tata
Oh oh oh kasimbe yanini
Pombo bana ah
Peko yi nana yeah
Ezalapine oh
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana
ya Africa
Tolingana tosangana libota
moko
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana
ya Africa
Tolingana tosangana libota
moko
Bina bakambo lilena
Yesu muana zambe mokonzi
Akope sa yolo biko kati na gambo
bomoyi naye
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana
ya Africa
Tolingana tosangana libota
moko
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana
ya Africa
Tolingana tosangana libota
moko
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana
ya Africa
Tolingana tosangana libota
moko
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana
ya Africa
Tolingana tosangana libota
moko
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The song Tolingana by Makoma is sung in Lingala, a language spoken in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and it is about unity among people. The lyrics talk about coming together and breaking down barriers that divide us. The chorus repeats "Tolingana tosangana libota moko" which means "let's meet in one place." This emphasizes the idea of collective unity and solidarity.
The song also mentions God and faith in the lines "Yesu muana zambe mokonzi" which means "Jesus, the son of God, our Lord." The lyrics suggest that faith in God can be a unifying force and can bring people together.
The remainder of the lyrics talk about various challenges that people face in life, such as poverty and hardships, but ultimately the song encourages people to come together and support each other. The use of repetition adds to the song's overall message of unity, and the upbeat tempo and joyful melody make it an uplifting song to listen and dance to.
Overall, Tolingana is a song that calls for unity and promotes the idea of togetherness, regardless of our differences. It is a reminder that we are all human beings and that we should stand together as one, especially in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Tolingana
Let's unite
Tosimana
Let's hold hands
Kati no biso
Together with us
Oyo kana tozali mbota moko
That we become one body
Nabulibosantu
In the Holy Spirit
Namozoni mozoni
Let's praise together
Tolizamabe kati nabiso bana ya Africa
Let's come together, children of Africa
Tolingana tosangana libota moko
Let's unite and become one body
Sokibazali
Since we were born
To zambe na Balabalalaka zembo zali tata
To worship, with the sound of the drums as our father
Oh oh oh kasimbe yanini
Oh oh oh, until when?
Pombo bana ah
Children are crying
Peko yi nana yeah
Their pain is great
Ezalapine oh
It must end
Bina bakambo lilena
Everyone is invited
Yesu muana zambe mokonzi
Jesus, the son of God and King
Akope sa yolo biko kati na gambo bomoyi naye
Don't lose hope, because life is still long
Writer(s): Andre Straesser Copyright: BMG Rights Management Gmbh (Germany)
Contributed by Wyatt Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@angelanjoroge8643
anytime Nathalie sings i feel like crying...her voice is so powerful and she is soo beautiful OMG!!
@LightDkt-qr8le
Me too
@voicejoachim1370
This group family is amazing:)💪💪 love from Tanzania 🇹🇿❤️
@sawanmatan797
Still the best song in 2022.....who agrees with me ? Love the melody
@antoniapereirapereira2423
Amém
@ruddyyamba
That true best freedom song ever
@ruddyyamba
2023
@chardboy9413
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@dambatimothy4888
The older i get the more i appreciate Makoma.
@williambineke5267
Makoma has the power to convince people if the lyrics are sang in a different language