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Singa feat. Niina MC

by Ancient Astronauts

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Following the impactful release of "Gwakke," the inaugural single from Ancient Astronauts' highly anticipated album in collaboration with Uganda's Ba Cypher Kabaka, the stage is set to unveil the second track from this groundbreaking project. This time, the spotlight shines on Niina MC, a versatile talent hailing from Kampala, Uganda, known for his prowess as a rapper, singer, and producer, and a pivotal member of the Nyabingi band, Nilotika Cultural Ensemble.

The new single pulsates with an electrifying uptempo groove, serving as a canvas for Niina MC's distinctive freestyle flow delivered in his native language, Luganda. A testament to the essence of Ba Cypher Kabaka's regularly organized freestyle cyphers prevalent in the heart of Kampala's neighborhoods, this track exemplifies the vibrant synergy and creative energy that define these communal gatherings.

Niina MC delves into his life's narrative, painting a vivid picture of his surroundings where everyone aspires to forge ahead, yet the path demands relentless toil. Amidst the tapestry of existence, joy and sorrow intertwine seamlessly. He introspects, grappling with how to navigate the pain inflicted, even when it comes from within the familial fold. The sanctity of life prevails; the thought of kin harming one another remains inconceivable. In every facet of existence, a rationale exists. Life inexorably ticks away, an unceasing chronicle. Rather than lingering in bygone moments, resilience dictates seizing the present and striving for a brighter tomorrow. Amidst a landscape often marred by deceit, the call resounds for authenticity in every action undertaken.

At its core, this collaboration embodies a larger purpose — a mission to harness Hip Hop as a catalyst for positive societal transformation and cultural empowerment. Niina MC and his fellow musicians represent diverse indigenous cultures of Uganda, advocating for a sense of pride in African heritage and identity. Their approach ingeniously merges Hip Hop elements with local languages, seamlessly blending them into an indigenous cultural landscape.

"Singa" radiates an infectious energy, showcasing the fusion of Hip Hop culture with indigenous narratives, embodying a vibrant tapestry of tradition and modernity.

lyrics

Singa

chorus:

Eyasinga esingo ssenga, singa ssenga yeyasinga esingo singa(ssinga)
Eyakyika esingo singa singa matyansi yeyakyika esingo yekka(ssinga)
Eyasinga esingo ssenga ,singa ssenga yeyasinga esingo singa(ssinga)
Yeyalumba esingo singa singa matyansi yeyakyika esingo yekka(ssinga)
Yeyalumba esingo singa singa senga yeyasinga esingo yekka(ssinga)
Yeyalumba esingo ssinga singa senga yeyasinga esingo yekka(ssinga)
Verse:
Buli omu wano amasappe gamukolera
So olina okugakolelera luganda
Wetegeke balikubuuza wakolakyi, kale abalinawo kyebakola muwanike emikono
Wotya nkayinike olemelerwa bingi, chap chap gwekola bingii balumwe emitima
Singa ssenga lwadda Ddumba lwada
Bagambe eno muki michigan mbatuta emitiima
Bakologa mubyabwe bakutamye byokola
Esanyu nennaku ndiraba nga ssomo
Busoboozi butono obwo bwetulina okwejawo
Tokuba tota oyo mugandawo, Ate ankola ebibi mukole ntya oyo mwanyoko
Bulikimu kyolaba kyilina enteka yakyo, ntekateka nobuwangwa bwakyo
Bulamu kalimi kano tekakoma kubala

Chorus (again)

Verse:

Amazina go kyekitibwakyo gwe linya mpola tolinya mumuliro
Ojakubiyiga gwe gumilira bingi
Tolinda kwekwasa bangi mubingi
Olindilira kubiri ebyedda kiriba edda ,bino bimala bikyuka byaddala
kaliba kendo ewaffe kaba kadala, bingi tutomera tebiba byadala
Mubulikyokola kikolere ddala, Bakira nabbo bakimanyi sibya ddala
Kigabire budhallah nakigabira matiya
Gwe ani atakimanyi nti obukodo kibbi
Nawe tokimanyi nti omululu kibbi
Abo nabbo bakimanyi bawulira bbi
Tubasaba mwetereze simumutiima mubbi eno
Kiri bubi eno tuli mubitendo eno

Bridge:

Hip to the HipHop for to dey ma people
Asta ravista ratatara
Hip to the HipHop for to dey ma people leka tubasabire muvve mbutara +2

Chorus (again)

Bridge

End.


ENGLISH VERSION

Singa (wishes)

chorus;

Whoever won in singo(village) i wish, i wish my aunt was winner there i wish(i wish)
Who settled in singo i wish, if mathew was alone in singo i wish(i wish)
Who won in singo, my aunt, i wish my aunt was the winner oh i wish(i wish)
Who attacked singo i wish ,mathew took over i wish(i wish)
whoever went to singo i wish ,my aunt was the best in there i wish(i wish)
who attacked singo i wish , my aunt was the one that won i wish(i wish)
verse
Everybody around here wants to feel themselves
so u gotta work for that hard bro
Prepare yourself before they will ask you what you did, for those with work they do let me
see your hands
When you fear the hustle, you lose at many, chap chap do more make there hearts pain
I wish the day my aunt returns is the same day Ddumba(brother) comes as well
Tell them down here in Michigan ,they killing us
They will mix you into there business,to make you not do yours
Joy and sad are both lessons for me
We aint gat the right and power to destroy
Dont beat and kill, thats your brother
And what should i do those that hurt me?just know its your sister
Everything you see around you gat a source,a set up and a culture
Life is time and it neer stops counting

chorus

Your dance moves cud be your respekts, so please move carefully, dont step into the fire
You will learn, just be ready to be strong against many
Dont wait to use many as your excuse
Oh ya still waiting on the past?, nowadays things change its real
You stick to wat you want to be thats real, Alot we have encountered that aint real
Everything you do,do it for real, Even they know what they do is not real when they do
Give some to Budhallah and some to Mathew
Who are you not to know that being selfish is bad
You also dont know that greed is bad?
Even those that do know its pretty bad
We pray you find your way, not in a bad way
Situation so bad , we all in fear

Bridge:

HIp to the HipHop for to dey ma people
Asta ravista ratatara
Hip to the HipHop for to dey ma people
lets pray for them, so they dont get lost in the lights

chorus (again)

Bridge

End.

credits

released November 24, 2023
Music composed by Ingo Moell.
Text written by Emmanuel Senyonjo.
Mixed by Kabanjak at Evergreen Studios.
Produced by Ancient Astronauts.
Vocals performed by Niina MC.
Mastering by Artur Wnorowski / TurnUp Mastering.
Published by Oneminded Soul Publishing.
Cover design by Saidi Latim / Black Flag Studios.
Executive producer: Thomas Katongole-Strauch
P & C 2023 Switchstance Recordings

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