Dancing in the Sun
Onyeka Onwenu Lyrics

Born a mystery a masquerade
From our birth, we are a complex combination of inherited traits and individual experiences that make us unique and complex, like a mysterious masquerade.

Controversy is everybody's name
In a diverse society, everyone has different beliefs, opinions, and backgrounds that can cause disagreement and debate.

People asking just who you are
Others may struggle to understand or define our identity and life experiences.

As you move by the stars
Our journey through life is guided by both our own dreams and the larger forces of the universe.

And you move by the day
Our daily experiences and interactions with others shape who we are and how we see the world.

Dancing in the sun
Celebrating life, joy, and freedom in the warmth and light of the sun.

Ummmm now
An expression of excitement or anticipation for what is to come.

Ay yayayayayaya you know what I'm talking about
A playful acknowledgement of shared experiences and feelings among dancers.

I'm a dancer
A personal statement of identity and passion for dance.

So far away
Despite distance or differences, dance brings people together and transcends all obstacles.

In our bones there's our history history eh
Our individual and collective histories shape who we are, and are deeply ingrained in our physical and emotional being.

In our blood there's a generation eye generation eye
Our ancestors, and the generations that came before us, have passed down traditions, customs, and cultural values that are woven into our very being.

How can you start to understand
It can be difficult to fully comprehend the complexity of our identities and life experiences.

That we are who we are who we were for all times
Our identities and histories are an integral part of who we are at every moment, and connect us to the past, present, and future.

Dancers in the sun uuuuh mama
Acknowledging the universal and timeless joy of dance in the warmth and light of the sun.

You're a dancer who's just dancing away
Recognizing the unique and individual expression of each dancer as they move to the music.

Uuuuum baby
A term of endearment or affection towards fellow dancers.

Umu uwa kwenu hee
A traditional Igbo phrase used to call everyone together in celebration and unity.

Kwenu hee kwenu hee
An encouragement for everyone to come together and celebrate.

Kwezienu eeeeeeeh ayyayayayayaya ooooh praise Him oooh
A call to celebrate and give thanks for the blessings and joys of life through dance, music, and praise.

Mpa mpa mpa yeye
A repetitive chant or rhythm that energizes and motivates dancers.

Dancing in the sun yeah
Reaffirming the joy and freedom of dance in the warmth and light of the sun.

Now I'm dancing dancing dancing
Embracing the joy and passion of dance, and letting oneself be fully present in the moment.

Let me see you do it now
Encouraging others to join in the celebration and express themselves through dance.

Oeeeeeeoooooooooooo
A joyful or celebratory expression of emotion through sound or vocalization.