1996
Voqa Ni Delai Dokidoki Lyrics
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Ni veikilai ‘
Na sota mai Ratu Kadavulevu
Delanakaikai
Ko gole lesu mai qai laki volavola mai daulomani
E daumaka dina sara tu na soko
O qo ni cagi muri
Me rua na yabaki, Sa na dredre sare me taqusi
Matai ni noqu I lesilesi ki na yatu lau
Kau mosita ni ko sa na yawa mai vei au
Nomui vola ga e vakamarau taki au senikau
Au vakila ni sa vaka me veisau na mata ni cagi
E rairai vuna beka ga nodaru veiyawaki
Sa dodonu mo rokova nodra'u vakatulewa na nomu qase
Na kemu I rairai vuni nomu rawai
Ni ko vaka na vula cabe e delani wai
Me taucoko tu na kemu I serau
Cilavi au
Oooh Cilavi au
Oooh Na vula serau
Au dau vakamareqeta sa dromu
Vakanuinui vinaka lewa ki na cagi donu
Au sana tovolea meu vosota na mosi ni yaloqu
The song "1996" by Voqa Ni Delai Dokidoki, tells a story of a person who is reminiscing about their time in school in the year 1996. The first verse refers to the beginning of that year, when Ratu Kadavulevu, a respected figure, visited their school. The writer then remembers fondly the fun times they had with their classmates, from playing in the wind to studying together. The second verse brings up the struggles of that year, noting that they had to repeat a year and how difficult it was to catch up. The writer acknowledges that the memories of their time in 1996 will always be with them, and that they will always love their school and their friends.
The lyrics of "1996" are nostalgic and poetic, a common theme in Fijian music, where storytelling and reminiscing are important cultural practices. The song was written by the guitarist and composer of Voqa Ni Delai Dokidoki, Apisalome Tudreu. It was released in 2008 on their album "Vakavinavinaka" and quickly became a hit in Fiji and the Pacific Islands. The song's popularity can be attributed to its relatable message of cherishing memories of school and friendships.
Line by Line Meaning
1996 na yabaki
This song is about the year 1996
Ni veikilai ‘
Looking back on that year
Na sota mai Ratu Kadavulevu
Remembering when we went to school at Ratu Kadavulevu
Delanakaikai
In the village of Delanakaikai
Ko gole lesu mai qai laki volavola mai daulomani
We used to come back from school and go straight to write love letters to our crushes
E daumaka dina sara tu na soko
The market was always busy
O qo ni cagi muri
And the wind would blow
NI daru laki sota tale ena vuli qasenivuli
We would study hard every day
Me rua na yabaki, Sa na dredre sare me taqusi
Two years passed and it was difficult to keep up
Matai ni noqu I lesilesi ki na yatu lau
I remember walking to the beach
Kau mosita ni ko sa na yawa mai vei au
Feeling the salty air, I knew I was far from home
Nomui vola ga e vakamarau taki au senikau
But I had your letter to remind me of home
Au vakila ni sa vaka me veisau na mata ni cagi
I watched as it seemed the wind was dancing
E rairai vuna beka ga nodaru veiyawaki
It was a fleeting moment of happiness we shared
Sa dodonu mo rokova nodra'u vakatulewa na nomu qase
It's important to listen to our elders and their wisdom
Na kemu I rairai vuni nomu rawai
The memories of our childhood still linger
Ni ko vaka na vula cabe e delani wai
Like the moon shining on the water in Delanakaikai
Me taucoko tu na kemu I serau
Let's all dance happily
Cilavi au
Come dance with me
Oooh Na vula serau
Oh, the happy moon
Au dau vakamareqeta sa dromu
My heart is filled with joy and memories
Vakanuinui vinaka lewa ki na cagi donu
Remembering the gentle breeze of the past
Au sana tovolea meu vosota na mosi ni yaloqu
I hope to continue to endure the struggles that come with life
Contributed by Ethan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@user-Lena679
2024 and still listening to 1996👏👏
@vasemacataginakitu2411
All...tym fav song❤❤🇸🇧
@rockykaku440
Beautiful Vocals never gets old, still the best 🇻🇺
@steviemala4110
#This guys did hit the Pacific islands with their classic music. 👍👍
Great music!
@Thezen11
No se si soy el único mexicano aquí, pero escucho mucho esta música, ES MUY BUENA.
Listening so much this music, is really good. ¡So good!
Saludos desde México. 🇲🇽✌️
@RedRulezFiji
Bula from Fiji, i'm glad u liked the song..
@uwanikelera8719
Zeb Trancoso....muchos gracias ye saludas...
@kasienkakaminska6915
Music forever
@kasienkakaminska6915
Great music mood
@kasienkakaminska6915
Good music mood