Bori
Saadou Bori Lyrics
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Kay bori ya koma ga yara!
Ya bar manyan mutane
Yara kanana masu bori
Auta dan maye suka soro
Kay maye dan maya suka soro
In iya ta kama yaka veto
Auta ya kama ba'a veto
Kay mace kazama bata Boris
Kay wani kyawo say ga Bori
Kay wasu kaya say ga Bori
Iya Bori abin hwa soro
Aljani abin soro
Auta dan maye nika soro
Kay maye dan maya nika soro
Haba'aa!! mayeeee!!
Kay bori manyan sarakay
Yara kanana basu yi ney
Ali abokina na da Bori
Kay jalo abokina na da bori
Manu abokina na d'à bori
Ni nasa kayna abori
Aura dan maye nika soro
Kay maye dan maya nika soro
Habaaaaa mayeee
Yan borin gida da bori daji
Bori ko gida yana iché doli
Ina mutuwa maza da soron sodja mutuwa ko gida ta iché kato
Nace sodji birgimar hankaka
Sodji wuta gudu barewar dadji
Nace hatra kumando mugu
Shinlo bashi kada dan jemage
Dan Allah maza kudauki saushe mutuwa ko gida tana ishé kato
Wani yasha wuta Niki ya kone
The lyrics of the song "Bori" by Saadou Bori tell the story of a man named Bori who is popular in his community for his ability to entertain people with his songs. The first verse of the song describes how Bori is loved by children in the community, who flock around him whenever he sings. The second verse goes on to describe how Bori attracts people of all ages, and how he is able to capture their attention with his voice. In the third verse, Saadou Bori describes how Bori's music is so powerful that it can command the attention of even the most powerful and influential people, including kings and rulers.
Throughout the song, Saadou Bori makes use of a number of vivid images to help paint a picture of Bori's talents and influence. For example, in the opening lines of each verse, Bori is compared to a force of nature ("Kay bori ya koma ga yara!"), which suggests that his music has a profound impact on the people around him. Meanwhile, in the final verse of the song, Bori is compared to a blazing fire ("Wani yasha wuta Niki ya kone"), which adds to the sense of his power and intensity.
Overall, the song "Bori" is a tribute to the power of music and the ability of great musicians to connect with people across different boundaries and cultures. Saadou Bori's passionate performance and poetic lyrics capture the essence of this idea and make "Bori" a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Kay bori ya koma ga yara!
Bori has come to the town and children are excited!
Ya bar manyan mutane
It captures the attention of the people.
Yara kanana masu bori
Children are the ones who love Bori the most.
Auta dan maye suka soro
The sound of the Bori drum evokes memories of the past.
Kay maye dan maya suka soro
Its sound resonates with the traditions of the people.
In iya ta kama yaka veto
Even if someone wanted to stop it, they couldn't.
Auta ya kama ba'a veto
The Bori drum cannot be silenced.
Kay mace kucaka bata Bori
Women dance to the Bori drumbeat.
Kay mace kazama bata Boris
Women dance in unison to the Bori rhythm.
Kay wani kyawo say ga Bori
Everyone joins in the fun of the Bori celebration.
Kay wasu kaya say ga Bori
People from different walks of life come together to celebrate Bori.
Iya Bori abin hwa soro
Bori is the essence of tradition.
Aljani abin soro
It is imbued with the spirit of the ancestors.
Auta dan maye nika soro
The Bori drumbeat tells the story of the people.
Kay maye dan maya nika soro
It's a living testimony of the community's heritage.
Haba'aa!! mayeeee!!
It's an expression of awe and enthusiasm.
Kay bori manyan sarakay
The Bori drum invites the nobility to join in the celebration.
Yara kanana basu yi ney
Children are fascinated by the beauty of Bori.
Ali abokina na da Bori
Even Ali, the friend, loves Bori.
Kay jalo abokina na da bori
Jalo, the companion, is a huge fan of Bori.
Manu abokina na d'à bori
Manu, the neighbor, is fond of Bori too.
Ni nasa kayna abori
I can't get enough of Bori.
Aura dan maye nika soro
The beat of the Bori drum tells the story of our people.
Kay maye dan maya nika soro
It's a testament to our heritage.
Yan borin gida da bori daji
The community is united in their love of Bori.
Bori ko gida yana iché doli
Bori is not just a drum, but a symbol of our shared identity.
Ina mutuwa maza da soron sodja mutuwa ko gida ta iché kato
It brings together men and women, young and old, in celebration of our community.
Nace sodji birgimar hankaka
It inspires the courage to speak out against injustice.
Sodji wuta gudu barewar dadji
It gives strength to carry on in the face of difficulties.
Nace hatra kumando mugu
It calls out corruption and malfeasance.
Shinlo bashi kada dan jemage
It rebukes those who would betray our community.
Dan Allah maza kudauki saushe mutuwa ko gida tana ishé kato
Bori is a gift from God, connecting our people and enriching our lives.
Wani yasha wuta Niki ya kone
A single spark can ignite a flame.
Writer(s): saadou bori
Contributed by Adeline P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@moussazibo2861
Merci pour la diffusion des chansons de Saadou bori je suis vraiment ravi
@abdoulayetanimoune1031
Belle chanson qui a bercé mon enfance. RIP
@Supershata1
Musique mystique venus des confins du Niger 🇳🇪 ! Merci pour le partage 🙏 ! Respect ✊ à vous Syllart Productions! Bonne continuation à Vous!
@ismailagiwa7080
Very nostalgic!