Typical Africa

Typical Africa the definition or true black

Not mocha brown the color of coffee

Or the mulatto brown a result of racial mixing

We all have equal rights, beautiful people

The look in our eyes, not pitiful

Be gifted with fierceness, an awakening cry

Honor we value above our lives

Though papa isn't so homely,

Seemingly uncaring,

Family ties we adore

We make homecoming an enjoyable prospect.

Typical Africa where greeting is an important aspect

Of our culture, we treat one another with respect

A hi with a handshake would do

unjani , Ngiyaphile the Zulus greet

"Kedu, odinma, the ibo's say

We have a tradition rich in flavour and taste

The voluminous dresses and large head ties of the wolof

Beautiful fabrics like Kente and admire that makes you fall in love

Meaningful names that strike sensitive cords

A wide expanse of nature

That makes you glorify the Lord

Our dance steps are one of a kind

Endued with energy and style.

Typical Africa, where marriages are revered

And we happily take on mates

The celebrations are large and vibrant

The hoos and heys from the crowd

Leaves the bride grinning from ear to ear

The groom clad in an artful dashiki

The mother - in - law so engrossed in her dance,

She is unaware of her fallen headgear

Gracing her face with the most beautiful smile,

The bride isn't getting cold feet

As she knows she has achieved a feat.