AFRICAN MUSIC

One of the remarkable aspects of Zilizopendwa is its ability to transcend time. Decades later, the music still resonates with listeners of all generations. It evokes nostalgia for a bygone era while remaining relevant and captivating to contemporary audiences.

In Kenya, Zilizopendwa produced a plethora of influential artists who contributed to the genre's popularity and legacy. These artists crafted melodies that became ingrained in the cultural fabric of the nation. Their music served as a soundtrack for both joyous celebrations and reflective moments.

One such iconic figure in the Zilizopendwa scene is Fundi Konde, a prolific musician who composed songs, such as Nyumba ya Mkubwa' and 'Zilipendwa'.

Another notable artist is Fadhili William, whose composition 'Malaika' achieved global recognition. This timeless love ballad has been covered by countless musicians worldwide, solidifying its place as a Zilizopendwa classic.

WAZEE WAKATIKE ( OLD MEN DANCE)

Usiibe, ukiiba (don't steal, if you steal)

We utafungwa buure (you′ll be jailed for no good reason)

Usiuwee, ukiua (don't kill, if you kill)

We utapata dhambi (you′ll be sinful)

Ee

Furahia miziki ya wazee (enjoy the old man's song)

Tukatike, wazee tukatike (lets dance, old men lets dance)

Tukatike, wazee tukatike (lets dance, old men lets dance)

Eh, eh

Kweli ndugu sikilizeni niwaambie (siblings listen I tell you)

Kweli ndugu sikilizeni niwaambie (siblings listen I tell you)

Wakati nilipooa bibi moja mrembo (the time I married a beautiful wife)

Na akaleta hasara (and she brought some loss)

Kuvunja vunja vikombe (breaking cups)

Kuvunja vunja visahanii (breaking plates)

Afunge aende kwao (she should leave for her home)

Afunge aende kwaao (she should leave for her home)

Kweli ndugu sikilizeni niwaambie (siblings listen I tell you)

Kweli ndugu sikilizeni niwaambie (siblings listen I tell vou)

Wakati nilipooa bibi moja mrembo (the time I married a beautiful wife)

Na akaleta hasara (and she brought loses)

Kuvunja vunja vikombe (breaking cups)

Kuvunja vunja visahanii (breaking plates)

Kuvunja vunja vikombe (breaking cups)

Kuvunja vunja visahani (breaking plates)

Usiibe, ukiiba (don't steal, if you steal)

We utafungwa buure (you'll be jailed for no good reason)

Usiuwee, ukiua (don't kill, if you kill)

We utapata dhambi (you'll be sinful)

And this one is for serenading your better half, your lover, your friend.

MALAIKA (ANGEL)

An angel

(Malaika)

I love you Angel

(Nakupenda malaika)

An angel

(Malaika)

I love you, Angel

(Nakupenda malaika)

I would marry you

(Ningekuoa mali we)

I would marry your sister

(Ningekuoa dada)

I fail and I have no wealth

(Nashindwa na mali sina we)

I would marry you angel

(Ningekuoa malaika)

I fail and I have no wealth

(Nashindwa na mali sina we)

I would marry you angel

(Ningekuoa malaika)

Money

(Pesa)

They disturb my soul

(Zasumbua roho yangu)

Money

(Pesa)

They disturb my soul

(Zasumbua roho yangu)

And what should I do, young fellow?

(Nami nifanyeje, kijana mwenzio)

I fail and I have no wealth

(Nashindwa na mali sina we)

I would marry you, angel

(Ningekuoa malaika)

I fail and I have no wealth

(Nashindwa na mali sina we)

I would marry you, angel

(Ningekuoa malaika)

A bird

(Kidege)

You didn't think about it

(Hukuwaza kidege)

A bird

(Kidege)

You didn't think about it

(Hukuwaza kidege)

And what should I do, young fellow?

(Nami nifanyeje, kijana mwenzio)

I fail and I have no wealth, you

(Nashindwa na mali sina, we)

I would marry you angel

(Ningekuoa malaika)

Yes, I love you my angel

Yes, I love you my angel

I said, I love you my angel

I said, I love you my angel

I would marry you angel

Ningekuoa malaika

I would marry you angel

(Ningekuoa malaika)

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