The band was formed in 1970 as Orchestra Zaiko. Original members included Papa Wemba, Evolocko Lay Lay, Zamungana and Nyoka Longo. The group revolutionized Congolese music, adopting a more up tempo beat, abandoning wind instruments and emphasizing the snare drum and the solo guitar. They made great use of the call and response system and introduced chants of animation, a system that is now used extensively by most Congolese groups. Their stage shows were more frenetic and featured a frontline of almost a dozen singers.
By 1973 the band had established itself as one of DRC's most popular groups. Evolocko Jocker emerged as arguably the band's most popular member, credited with inventing the cavacha, a dance craze that swept East and Central Africa during the seventies.
By the mid seventies, the band started to fall apart. First to leave was Papa Wemba along with Bozi, Evolocko and Mavuela who formed Isifi Lokole which later split into Yoka Lokole, and Viva La Musica. Lengi Lenga was recruited in a bid to plug the gap left by Papa Wemba.
By the late seventies, despite the departure of several stalwarts, the band was at its peak. Among its members were vocalists Nyoka Longo, Lengi Lenga, Bimi Ombale, Dindo Yogo, Evolocko and Bozi Boziana along with Instrumentalists Meridjo, and Bapius. Songs were now more polished, arranged and harmonious. Stage concerts were now better choreographed.
In the late eighties, disagreements occurred among the band members, as veterans, Meridjo, Nyoka Longo and Dindo Yogo lined up against newer band members such as Lengi Lenga, Ilo Pablo and Bimi Ombale. This led to a spectacular split, with Nyoka's group calling themselves Zaiko Langa Langa Nkolo Mboka, while Bimi's group called itself Zaiko Langa Langa Familia Dei. Both groups had a decent measure of success and commanded fanatical followings.
Kamango
Zaiko Langa Langa Lyrics
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Mpe bakolisa nga na ndenge yango, eh!
Tina nini lisuma se mokolo, eh!
Nakowa, eh-eh-yeh-yeh
Lokotolo, eh
Nga na we, oh (ah, mama)
Monganga atia nga mbeli
Nganga, kisi asalisa pasi emonana te, oh (mama)
Nga na cherie motakoli se moko, eh
The Zaiko Langa Langa song Kamango is a celebration of love, but also a plea for protection and guidance from God. The opening lines, “Ngai babota nga na pasi mama” can be translated to mean “God protects me from harm, mother”. This showcases the personal relationship that the singer has with God, and the trust that they have in his protection. The next verse, “Mpe bakolisa nga na ndenge yango” signifies that despite the singer’s trust in God, they are still vulnerable to temptation and sinful behavior that could harm them. However, they remain steadfast in seeking God’s guidance, as shown in the line “Nganga, kisi asalisa pasi emonana te, oh”. The chorus, “Nakowa Lokotolo” is a joyful exclamation, urging everyone to join in and celebrate love.
The next verse, “Tina nini lisuma se mokolo” brings focus to the fleeting nature of life and how important it is to appreciate love while it lasts. The line “Nga na cherie motakoli se moko” reinforces this sentiment, as the singer seems determined to hold onto their love. But ultimately, the song emphasizes the importance of remaining grounded in God, as highlighted in the final verse, “Monganga atia nga mbeli”. The use of Congolese phrases and traditions adds a unique flair to the song, whilst the upbeat melody and catchy chorus make it a fan favorite.
Line by Line Meaning
Ngai babota nga na pasi mama, eh!
God has blessed me abundantly, oh mother!
Mpe bakolisa nga na ndenge yango, eh!
And they envy me for no reason, oh!
Tina nini lisuma se mokolo, eh!
What will they do tomorrow, oh!
Nakowa, eh-eh-yeh-yeh
I am here, oh-oh-yeah-yeah
Lokotolo, eh
Lokotolo, oh
Nga na we, oh (ah, mama)
I am with you, oh (ah, mother)
Monganga atia nga mbeli
The healer has said that I will prosper
Nganga, kisi asalisa pasi emonana te, oh (mama)
The sorcerer cannot harm me, oh (mother)
Ah, yaya, oh!
Ah, yaya, oh!
Nga na cherie motakoli se moko, eh
I only have one beloved, oh
Writer(s): Nsumbu Lengilenga
Contributed by John D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@gregoiremulenda4473
Du bon travail...... raison pour laquelle ça résiste aux temps !
@Romainbutie
La dernière touche de popolipo qui a révélé l'impétuosité de cette chanson et même aujourd'hui, ça donne toujours l'envie de bouger même en étant malade 👌♥️
@MashindaKKM
L'une des toutes dernières prestations du Grand Niawu Roxy Tshimpaka wa Kabeya avant son départ pour les Langa-Langa Stars. Popolipo Zangilu Beniko viendra ajouter une partie "endiablée" à ce solo mythique de Roxy, mettant ce morceau parmi les plus demandés lors des productions scéniques de Zaïko.
@dhydabukasa8258
la partie endiablee de popolipo m' a vraiment manque en ecoutant cette premiere version,
@julesbagalwamapatano6027
C'est tout simple le grand Makola Nsumbu alias Lengi-Lenga Ya Lengos Ya Claude Grand Casque bleu l'homme spectacle. La voix de velours de Zaïko
@hassankombo7759
Fantastic
@sebengrandstylem5813
Elengi ya Zaiko suka te
@lecturecitoyenne1606
Très belle chanson, comme d'habitude, de Makola Nsymbu Lengi-Lenga Ya Lengos le beau gosse et homme orchestre de l'attaquant de Zaiko Langa-Langa après 1976
@michaelmalutshi3613
Auteur: Mbuta Mantima
@akunamatata4668
@@michaelmalutshi3613 Vous lancez un pavé dans la mare...