Oumou's latest album "Seya",(Joy) released in 2009,has taken around two or three years to come to fruition. "I choose my songs very carefully. I learn how to put them across first on the stage." Her music is bold, seductive, funky and vibrant, but it's her lyrics that open people's eyes. "For me, the lyrics are more important than the melody. I write almost all my own words. I also perform the classics of Malian tradition. I draw a lot of inspiration from what happens in society. As soon as I see or feel something, I write it down. I say what I want, and what I think, because I am a free woman. I believe that my music has had an impact on the life of African women." "It's true that when I sing it's joyful but in amongst that joy I always take the opportunity to slip in messages that educate my nation."
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MALI NIALE
Oumou Sangare Lyrics
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Mali gnèmogo lou mali niale wa
Sa djona de ye monai
Mali niale wa, mali niale
Mali gnèmogo lou mali niale wa
Sa djona de ye monai
Ehhh an kan tile kaiih, dignè te so ye
An ka tile kaih naiguaisan niguiso
D ignè le balo ti guansa
An ka sumu kaih n'baro kaih gnogon lou
Dignè le baro di sah
Saya djona de ye monai yee
Mali niale wa, mali niale
Mali gnèmogo lou mali niale wa
Sa djona de ye monai
Ehh fo te mogo ban na
Fo te mogo ban diyana ko ro
M′ba fo te mogo ban na
Fo te mogo ban i nin ka ko ro
Fo te mogo ban Wassolo
Fo te mogo ban Mali den gnouman nou ba fo te mogo ban na
Saya djona de ye monai ye
Ehhhh Mali niale wa, mali niale
Mali gnèmogo lou mali niale wa
Sa djona de ye monai
INSTRUMENTAL
Ehhhh Mali niale wa, mali niale
Mali gnèmogo lou mali niale wa
Sa djona de ye monai
Mali diara sah
Mali diyara Mali den nou Maliba diara sah
Mali diyara
Mali den min be fan o fan
O baih ka seguin Mali den gnouman nou o baih ka seguin so
Mali diara
Usini dayailain na
Ciment yera, Mali dugu kono
Ciment yera dunuya
Mali diyara sah
Naiguai yera
Sanou yera Mali dugu kono
Sanu yera dunuya, Mali diara
Mali den min be fan o fan
O baih ka seguin Mali den gnouman nou o baih ka seguin so
Mali diara
Ehhhh Mali niale wa, mali niale
Mali gnèmogo lou mali niale wa
Sa djona de ye monai
Fo te mogo ban
Ni fo be mogo ban Sangaré kônô ni
Sabi ne Oumou bana, fo te mogochi ban
Fin min ye djandjo kaih
Australi djandjo Sangaré Oumou
Djandjo diyara n'a
Fin min ye djandjo kaih
Françi djandjo Sangaré Oumou
Djandjo diyara n'a
Fo te mogo ban na
I ka don fo te mogo ban
Ni fo be mogo ban
Sangaré koni ni
Sabi ne Oumou ban na peouuh
N′ga fo te mogochi ban
Mali niale ahn
Mali niale gnèmogo lou
Sah djona de ye monai ye
The song "Mali Niale" by Oumou Sangaré celebrates the beauty and resilience of Mali and its people, while also acknowledging the challenges that they face. "Mali niale wa" means "Mali, my country," and throughout the song, Sangaré repeats this phrase with love and pride. She also speaks of how the people of Mali take care of one another, saying "sa djona de ye monai" which roughly translates to "we all depend on each other."
In the second verse, Sangaré talks about the difficult conditions that many Malians face, such as lack of access to water and cement. Yet even in the face of hardship, the people of Mali do not give up. Sangaré sings "d igne le balo ti guansa," which means "we will build our houses with mud," a testament to their resilience and determination.
The final verse speaks directly to the listener, encouraging them to embrace their Malian identity and take pride in their culture. Sangaré also mentions herself and her family, saying "ni fo be mogo ban Sangare kono ni" which means "I am proud to be part of the Sangaré family."
Overall, "Mali Niale" is a celebration of the rich culture and resilience of the Malian people, while also acknowledging the challenges that they face. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of community and taking care of one another.
Line by Line Meaning
Eehh Mali niale wa, mali niale
Oh Mali, my beloved country
Mali gnèmogo lou mali niale wa
Where hospitality and genuine kindness flow in abundance
Sa djona de ye monai
Listen to me attentively
An kan tile kaiih, dignè te so ye
My people, let us work together and progress
An ka tile kaiih n′baro kaih gnogon lou, dignè ye
Let us unite as one and use our strength to overcome our difficulties
An ka tile kaih naiguaisan niguiso
Let us also focus on the smallest details, as even the smallest things can make a big difference
D ignè le balo ti guansa
Because true happiness lies in sharing and helping each other
An ka sumu kaih n'baro kaih gnogon lou
Let us come together and use our collective wisdom and knowledge to move forward
Dignè le baro di sah
Because together, we are a force to be reckoned with
Ehh fo te mogo ban na
Let us all work together
Fo te mogo ban diyana ko ro
To build a better future for ourselves and our children
M′ba fo te mogo ban na
We must work together
Fo te mogo ban i nin ka ko ro
To ensure the prosperity and peace of our country
Fo te mogo ban Wassolo
For the good of all, regardless of ethnicity or religion
Fo te mogo ban Mali den gnouman nou ba fo te mogo ban na
For the sake of Mali, our beloved nation
Mali diara sah
Mali, my beautiful land
Mali diyara Mali den nou Maliba diara sah
Mali, the land of our ancestors and the cradle of civilization
Mali den min be fan o fan
In Mali, we are all brothers and sisters
O baih ka seguin Mali den gnouman nou o baih ka seguin so
And we must always stand firmly together, as one
Usini dayailain na
Let us work tirelessly
Ciment yera, Mali dugu kono
To build up our country, brick by brick
Ciment yera dunuya
So that Mali can take its rightful place in the world
Naiguai yera
Let us also pay attention
Sanou yera Mali dugu kono
To the smallest details, for every little thing counts in rebuilding our country
Sanu yera dunuya, Mali diara
And in making Mali strong and prosperous once again
Fo te mogo ban
Let us all work together
Ni fo be mogo ban Sangaré kônô ni
For the good of all, not just for my sake
Sabi ne Oumou bana, fo te mogochi ban
My name is Oumou Sangare, and I am no different from any other Malian
Fin min ye djandjo kaih
Whether in Australia or France
Australi djandjo Sangaré Oumou
I remain true to myself and to Mali
Djandjo diyara n'a
For my love and loyalty to my country will never waver
I ka don fo te mogo ban
Let us all unite
Sabi ne Oumou ban na peouuh
For the sake of Mali, and for the sake of all Malians
Mali niale ahn
Oh Mali, my precious land
Writer(s): Oumou Sangare
Contributed by Camilla O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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@melesseengida3118
I am from ETHIOPIA ,what a miracle musical instruments used Omusangare ? a gifted Musician go on !!!!
@CoulibalyNama
Moi je viens du Mali j'adore votre chanteuse Manalemost dibo j'écoute ses chansons sans rien comprendre ce qu'elle dit si vous voulez on peut faire l'échange pour expliquer le sens des chansons de ses grandes chanteuse d' Afrique Oumou sangare et Manalemost dibo
@kakhus364
I’m from Ghana 🇬🇭 and i support Mali 🇲🇱,so called AU and the west and France 🇫🇷 will never 👎 ever win again,we support u Mali 🇲🇱,stay strong 💪 no going back
@tomsawyer9681
Thanks brother together we will win
@emanuelmaldoileacont8253
What s the deal with france?
@denisbahawe8855
Im from cameroon ,i love this country.a proud People, rich culture and tradition...may God help you gain your total independence with this gouvernment of transition...justice will prevail
@ABOUDIABYaboutcheke
J'ai commencé à avoir la chaire de poule quand elle fait appelle aux maliens de rentrer au pays pour le développement. Vraiment merci maman oumou sangaré. Vive l'Afrique. Je suis ivoirien 🇨🇮🇨🇮🇨🇮🇨🇮🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
@solomonfafi4743
I am from Tigray, Northern Ethiopia ........... I like Oumou Sangaré Music ( Malian Music)!!!!!!
specially their Melody vs Culture...!!! Respect
@vitaminprotein6878
Tigrayway 🧐, same
@kanamadramanekone2456
What's war in your area or your country ? Since Côte d'Ivoire, I live this conflict and I pray for you. Human-being does'nt need such a situation. I think that Africans aren't ready for democracy. Think you !