Tanzanian Bongo Flava sensation Zuchu has collaborated with Nigerian Afrobeat queen Yemi Alade to premiere the vibrant and energetic tune “Lollipop.” The transcontinental pair unites Swahili and English lyrics with infectious beats, celebrating love and sweetness.
A Tasty Blend of Bongo Flava and Afrobeat
“Lollipop” is a standout track from Zuchu’s new album, Peace & Money, which was released on December 19, 2024. The Mocco-produced song effortlessly combines the unique Bongo Flava sound with the infectious beats of Afrobeat to create a song that is pleasant and unmistakably danceable. The song employs candy metaphors to explain love and attraction sweetness through lines like “Inanifanya najaa mate, Nikikumbuka ladha yake” (It makes me salivate when I remember its taste) and “Sweet mi pass sugar pop, Honey crumble cherry on top” [1] [2]. The “Lollipop” music video is a visual feast, with vibrant colors, dynamic choreography, and a nod to African fashion and culture. Shot with attention to detail, the video showcases Zuchu and Yemi Alade in a parade of stunning outfits, dancing and showing off their moves. The playful and energetic visuals are perfectly in sync with the song’s catchy beat and sing-along lyrics, and it is a must-watch for fans of African music.
A Milestone Collaboration
This feature is a milestone for Zuchu because it showcases her growing global momentum and ability to establish tangible connections with Africa’s top stars. Zuchu thanked Yemi Alade in an emotional post on Instagram, attributing the Nigerian artiste for her huge contribution to her album [3]. The chemistry between Zuchu and Yemi Alade can be felt, creating a song that is both upbeat and soulful.
Breaking Boundaries
“Lollipop” is not just a song but an ode to African unity and the boundary-breaking power of music. By blending Bongo Flava and Afrobeat rhythms, Zuchu and Yemi Alade have created a song that breaks down barriers across the continent and the world. The general theme of love and joy in the song, along with its danceable beat, has the potential to be a hit on global playlists.
Conclusion
Lollipop, sung by Zuchu and Yemi Alade, is a catchy and sweet track that takes advantage of both their capabilities and the capacity of African music. The song’s hooks, the energy of the visuals, and the international reach guarantee the song’s position at the forefront of African music. As Zuchu’s profile keeps on rising, tracks such as this cement her position as one of East Africa’s leading musical talents.
Listeners can hear “Lollipop” and the remainder of Zuchu’s Peace & Money album on all major music streaming platforms. Treat yourself to this sweet music treat!
the lyrics is below
[Intro : Zuchu]
Yi
Zuchu chuchu
[Verse 1 : Zuchu]
Ah inanifanya najaa mate
Nikikumbuka Ladha yake
Tamtam afu igwaduke
Urefu flani, sekembuke
Abachada abechede
Naropoka mineno kedekede
Michecheto michechede
Akili inasimama dededede
Pipi pipi pipi pipi (Pipi)
Pipi yangu sweety sweety (Pipi)
Pipi ya kijiti pipi
PI pi-pipi
[Verse 2 : Yemi Alade]
Lollipop my lollipop
Sweet me passi sugar pop
Honey crumble cherry on top
Chocolate like coco pop
Rocky my boat (Rock rock)
Baby dome like e be rokoroee
Warn it up, warn it up, don’t you stop
You give it to me, I give it to you
Ina mi life you are di lighter
Give me di vibе give di fire
Anytime whеn you calling my number
Rorong, dilong dilong rongi along
Pipipi, pipipipi
Call de popo for my baby
Oh my baby, sweetie, sweetie
Sweet pass jedi jedi
[Chorus : Zuchu & Yemi Alade]
Lollipop my lollipop
Oh my sweaty my lollipop
Lollipop my lollipop
Don’t stop baby me
Lollipop hiyo lollipop
Lollipop hiyo lollipop
Lollipop hiyo lollipop
Oh my baby, sweetie, sweetie
Sweet pass jedi jedi
[Outro]
He aha
Aprakata
Iyi iye ah
Zuchu chuchu
Lalalalalala
Lalalalalala