The DDC Mlimani Park Orchestra, one of Tanzania’s most popular muziki wa dansi bands, was founded in 1978 by former Juwata Jazz Band members Muhiddin Maalim and Abdallah Gama. They have recently released a song titled “Bubu Ataka Kusema.” Enjoy!
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The song “Bubu Ataka Kusema” by the DDC Mlimani Park Orchestra is a quintessential piece of Tanzanian muziki wa dansi, celebrated for its lively rhythms and poignant lyrics. Released in the early 1980s, this track portrays the experience of an individual who feels metaphorically silenced (bubu) and finds it challenging to express their innermost thoughts. The title translates to “The Mute Wants to Speak,” encapsulating themes of silence, oppression, and the struggle for self-expression. Renowned for its intricate guitar riffs and lush horn arrangements, the band uses this song to emphasize the significance of communication and the frustrations that arise when it is stifled.
Listen to, “DDC Mlimani Park – Bubu Ataka Kusema” below;
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